The Aquarium de Paris is set in the Trocadéro gardens, facing the Eiffel Tower. It is open every day from 9:30 am to 7 pm (ticket desks close and last entry at 6 pm), except 14 July, with a late opening on Saturdays from 7 pm to 9 pm. At the ticket desk, a ticket costs €27.50 for an adult and €20.50 for a child aged 3 to 12; online, it can be up to 20% cheaper depending on the day. The visit takes 1½ to 2 hours according to the aquarium. Here are the hours, prices, rules and a plan for combining the aquarium with the Eiffel Tower.
The aquarium fits easily into a Paris stay: our guide to visiting Paris gives the neighborhoods, the best season and the other major sights. For an aquarium on a completely different scale, see our guide to Nausicaá in Boulogne-sur-Mer.
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Aquarium de Paris: key facts
- Hours: every day from 9:30 am to 7 pm; ticket desks close at 6 pm; closed 14 July; late opening on Saturdays from 7 pm to 9 pm (last entry 8 pm) — checked on 23 October 2026 on aquariumdeparis.com
- Full price at the ticket desk: adult (13 and over) €27.50; child (3-12) €20.50; free under 3 — checked on 23 October 2026 on aquariumdeparis.com
- Booking: advised; booking a slot guarantees entry, and the online ticket is up to 20% cheaper depending on the calendar
- Length of visit: 1½ to 2 hours on average according to the aquarium
- Address: 5 avenue Albert de Mun, 75016 Paris
Tickets: online or at the ticket desk?
The aquarium sells three types of tickets:
- Dated Promo ticket (online): day and time slot of your choice, up to 20% off, priority access.
- Liberté ticket (online): valid on the day of your choice without booking, priority access even when it is busy.
- Ticket-desk ticket: full price, subject to availability, neither exchangeable nor refundable.
Changing an online ticket costs €2.50 per ticket; cancellations are not possible. Reduced rates, with proof, apply in particular to students, over-60s, jobseekers, holders of the French mobility inclusion card (and their first companion if the card states it) and large families. There is no reduced rate for the late opening. The day’s shows and activities are included, subject to available seats. Under-16s must be accompanied by an adult. For another indoor family outing, our guide to the Cité des sciences et de l’industrie details tickets and exhibitions.
Buy on the official site: it is the only ticket office that lets you change your ticket under the published conditions.
Opening hours and closures
- Every day: 9:30 am to 7 pm, last entry before 6 pm.
- Closed on 14 July (Bastille Day).
- Saturday late opening: 7 pm to 9 pm, last entry 8 pm.
- Every exit is final.
- Some rooms (show, cinema) close occasionally for events: the list is on the site’s home page.
Best time to go
The aquarium is an indoor visit, useful on rainy days in Paris. According to the Paris-Montsouris normals, the capital has 7 to 11 rainy days a month; the wettest months are November, December and January. The table adds the sunset time over the Trocadéro, so you can follow on with the view of the Eiffel Tower.
| Month | Max | Rainy days | Sunset (15th) | Idea for the day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.6 °C (46 °F) | 9.9 | 17:21 | aquarium, then sunset at the Trocadéro |
| February | 8.8 °C (48 °F) | 9.1 | 18:11 | aquarium, then sunset at the Trocadéro |
| March | 12.8 °C (55 °F) | 9.5 | 18:55 | aquarium, then sunset at the Trocadéro |
| April | 16.6 °C (62 °F) | 8.6 | 20:42 | aquarium in the morning, Trocadéro in the evening |
| May | 20.2 °C (68 °F) | 9.2 | 21:25 | aquarium in the morning, Trocadéro in the evening |
| June | 23.4 °C (74 °F) | 8.3 | 21:56 | aquarium in the morning, Trocadéro in the evening |
| July | 25.7 °C (78 °F) | 7.4 | 21:49 | aquarium in the morning, Trocadéro in the evening |
| August | 25.6 °C (78 °F) | 8.1 | 21:06 | aquarium in the morning, Trocadéro in the evening |
| September | 21.5 °C (71 °F) | 7.5 | 20:04 | aquarium in the morning, Trocadéro in the evening |
| October | 16.5 °C (62 °F) | 9.5 | 19:01 | aquarium in the morning, Trocadéro in the evening |
| November | 11.1 °C (52 °F) | 10.4 | 17:10 | aquarium, then sunset at the Trocadéro |
| December | 8.0 °C (46 °F) | 11.4 | 16:54 | aquarium, then sunset at the Trocadéro |
What to see at the Aquarium de Paris
According to the venue, the aquarium presents about 20,000 fish and invertebrates and a jellyfish exhibition billed as the largest in the world outside Japan (elsewhere the site mentions « 13,000 fish »: figures vary from page to page). The route includes a touch pool with koi carp, a « Japanese promenade », and cinema and show rooms. The program of activities changes through the year.
Combined Trocadéro and Eiffel Tower plan
- 9:30 am: aquarium at opening (1½ to 2 hours).
- Late morning: the Trocadéro esplanade for the view.
- Afternoon: cross the Pont d’Iéna to the Eiffel Tower, with a ticket booked in advance (see our page on visiting the Eiffel Tower).
- Saturday evening: the 7 pm to 9 pm late opening can end the day.
Getting there
- Metro: line 6 (Trocadéro), line 9 (Iéna or Trocadéro).
- RER: C, Champ de Mars.
- Bus: lines 30, 32, 63, 72, 82.
- Car: limited street parking; two disabled-access spaces at 7 avenue Albert de Mun; private car parks nearby.
Accessibility and rules
An outdoor elevator, to the left of the entrance stairs, leads to the reception; the route has a gentle slope and no stairs. Strollers are allowed everywhere.
Common mistakes
- Coming with a suitcase, a scooter or a motorcycle helmet: they are not allowed (paid lockers of €6 to €10 per day at reception).
- Arriving after 6 pm on a weekday: the ticket desks are closed.
- Using a flash, a tripod or a selfie stick: prohibited.
- Planning to picnic in the aquarium: you may bring a meal, but not eat it on site.
- Stepping out and coming back in: every exit is final.
- Refusing the bag check: entry is refused and the ticket is not refunded.
What to see nearby
Around the Trocadéro: the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe and, for families, the Musée Grévin.
Frequently asked questions
What are the Aquarium de Paris opening hours?
Every day from 9:30 am to 7 pm, last entry before 6 pm, except 14 July. Late opening on Saturdays from 7 pm to 9 pm.
How much does the Aquarium de Paris cost?
At the ticket desk, €27.50 for an adult and €20.50 for a child aged 3 to 12, free under 3. Online, the dated ticket can be up to 20% cheaper.
How long does the visit take?
1½ to 2 hours on average according to the aquarium.
Do you need to book the Aquarium de Paris?
It is recommended: booking a slot guarantees entry, and a ticket-desk ticket depends on availability.
Which metro station is closest to the Aquarium de Paris?
Trocadéro (lines 6 and 9) or Iéna (line 9); RER C at Champ de Mars.
Is the Aquarium de Paris wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the whole route is accessible, with an outdoor elevator at the entrance.
Our sources
- Aquarium de Paris (aquariumdeparis.com): home page, access/hours, prices, FAQ, consulted on 23 October 2026
- Météo-France: 1991-2020 normals, Paris-Montsouris station, taken from our Paris page
- Astronomical calculations: NOAA solar algorithm, IANA Europe/Paris time zone, applied by Destination de Voyage to the approximate coordinates of the Trocadéro (15th of each month, year 2027)
- Our methodology
Updated November 2026. Prices and hours may change: check the official website before you go.