The Ilfracombe Aquarium
The Quay, Ilfracombe
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Quaint aquarium offering local fish exhibits & feeding demonstrations along with a gift shop & cafe. Summary via Google
About The Ilfracombe Aquarium
The Ilfracombe Aquarium sits on The Pier and holds exhibits of local marine life ranging from freshwater to deep sea species. The venue runs feeding demonstrations and offers a gift shop and café.
A café operates on site with a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 10:00 AM – 4:45 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 4:45 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 4:45 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 4:45 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 4:15 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 4:45 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 4:15 PM
What's nearby
- Ilfracombe Harbour next door
- The Pier Tavern next door
- Lundy Booking Office next door
- Ilfracombe Yacht Club next door
- Public Art: Verity next door
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Visitors say this aquarium offers a fascinating journey through local marine life, from freshwater to deep sea, with diverse species and engaging exhibits. They also highlight the knowledgeable and friendly staff, reasonable prices, and family-friendly activities like quizzes.
Some reviews mention the aquarium can be small.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Guest rating
- 4.2 / 5 (713 reviews)
- Good for children
- Yes
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5 – Very good
- Destination
- Ilfracombe
Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.