# Macduff Marine Aquarium — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info

> Discover fascinating sea creatures from Scotland's coastal waters at this family-friendly aquarium, featuring full wheelchair and pushchair access throughout, plus baby changing facilities.

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RV Park 🐾 Dogs Welcome

# Macduff Marine Aquarium

11 High Shore

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=1469159116318161246&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [Macduff Marine Aquarium](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/109322767330459855096)

Day Out With The Kids listing for this attraction is currently flagged as **temporarily closed**. This isn't always accurate — please confirm directly before travelling.

**In short:** Macduff Marine Aquarium is a caravan park in Macduff, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 99 Google reviews, with dogs welcome.

Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places

## About Macduff Marine Aquarium

Discover fascinating sea creatures from Scotland's coastal waters at this family-friendly aquarium, featuring full wheelchair and pushchair access throughout, plus baby changing facilities.

## What's nearby

- The Myrus Golf Centre next door

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

## Good to know

### Accessibility

- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet

### Payment

- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.

## Photos

Photos via Google

## Facilities

Toilets Free Wifi Gift Shop Changing Rooms Onsite Parking Accessible Toilets Baby Changing Food Available Wheelchair Friendly

## Opening hours

**Monday** Open 24 hours

**Tuesday** Open 24 hours

**Wednesday** Open 24 hours

**Thursday** Open 24 hours

**Friday** Open 24 hours

**Saturday** Open 24 hours

**Sunday** Open 24 hours

## What visitors say

[karen](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/114698307882355147749/reviews) ★★★★★

A great independent campsite. Great staff, so friendly and helpful. Easy walks into Macduff. Grounds immaculately kept. Highly recommended

· via Google

[Andrew Feenan](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116595876323837910861/reviews) ★★★★★

Lovely couple running the place. The toilet block is immaculate as is all the site. Excellent all round.

· via Google

[John Macnair](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109127991901669131283/reviews) ★★★★★

The staff are always present and helpful it is a very quite site with great amenities. Not too far away from the shops in Macduff and Banff.

· via Google

[kevin odonnell](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111648023315332127090/reviews) ★★★★★

Last night here, been a great week. Stayed with our 2 dogs in a brand new static, everything you need provided. Park very clean & tidy looked after by the site staff with Carol being terrific from initial contact to welcoming and looking after us during the week. Well sited with lovely walks into Banff & MacDuff , Supermarket100 yds from site.100% recommend . Kev & Pat Dunbar

· via Google

[See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x4884f4490d2c1139:0x9303f23fce7b7c5e!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Visitors say this aquarium offers a fascinating introduction to the diverse marine life found off the coast of Scotland, with knowledgeable staff providing engaging and informative talks and hands-on experiences. They also highlight the friendly and helpful staff, reasonable prices, and the opportunity to see a variety of native species, including sharks.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Address** 11 High Shore, Macduff, AB44 1SL [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=57.6574665%2C-2.4869320)

**Category** Aquariums & Sea Life Centres

**Guest rating** 4.9 / 5 (99 reviews)

**Suitable for** All Ages

**Suggested visit** 2-3 hours

**Setting** Indoor

**Dogs allowed** Yes

**Good for children** Yes

**Toilets on site** Yes

**Destination** Macduff

[More attractions in Macduff](https://staycation.co.uk/macduff/attractions)

★ 4.9 (99 reviews)

[Visit official website](https://www.macduff-aquarium.org.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction)

[01261455775](tel:01261455775)

(please mention staycation.co.uk when calling)

### Quick Facts

**Destination** Macduff

**Postcode** AB44 1SL

**Payment** Cards, Contactless

**Plus Code** 9C9VMG47+X6

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### 🏨 Places to stay near Macduff

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Macduff Marine Aquarium?

Macduff Marine Aquarium is open Mon–Sun 24 hours (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Macduff Marine Aquarium any good?

Macduff Marine Aquarium is rated 4.9 out of 5 from 99 Google reviews.

### Is Macduff Marine Aquarium dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at Macduff Marine Aquarium.

### Is Macduff Marine Aquarium good for children?

Yes, Macduff Marine Aquarium is listed as good for children.

### How long do you need at Macduff Marine Aquarium?

Allow two to three hours.

### Is Macduff Marine Aquarium indoors or outdoors?

Macduff Marine Aquarium is indoors, so it works on a rainy day.

### What ages is Macduff Marine Aquarium suitable for?

Macduff Marine Aquarium suits all ages.

### Is Macduff Marine Aquarium wheelchair accessible?

Macduff Marine Aquarium has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet.

### How do I contact Macduff Marine Aquarium?

Call Macduff Marine Aquarium on +44 1261 812845.

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