About Fowey Aquarium
Discover the marine life that thrives around Britain's coastline at this quayside aquarium, where children can get hands-on with starfish and other creatures in the interactive touch pool.
What's nearby
- Havener's, Fowey next door
- The Royal British Legion next door
- Richards Green Grocer & Fishmonger next door
- Cornish Bakery next door
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel.
Photos
Photos via Google
Opening hours
- Monday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
A lovely little aquarium right in Fowey Harbour. Entry was £6 per person and all of the sea life is caught locally, then released back into the sea after about a year, which is a really nice concept. There’s a small touch pool where you can gently handle starfish and crabs, and they also have some impressive large lobsters and spider crabs on display. The young guy working there was really friendly and very knowledgeable about the sea life, which made the visit more interesting. It’s quite small and you can walk around it in about 15 minutes, but it’s a fun little stop if you’re in the harbour area.
· via Google
Had an amazing time at the aquarium! The gentleman working there was incredibly knowledgeable, and I genuinely learnt so much about the fish and sea life. He even pointed out the weaver fish hiding in the tank so we could spot them! We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and I’d 100% go back again. I’d definitely recommend it to friends — a 10/10 experience! It was also really great to hear that they catch the fish and then release them back into the sea a year later.
· via Google
We visited today as a family of three (two adults and one child under 3) and had a brilliant time! We absolutely loved looking at all the local crabs and lobsters. A special shout out to Austin at the front desk—he was fantastic! He was so willing to answer all of our questions and went above and beyond to get our little one involved and interested in the marine life. Although the room itself is a little bit outdated, it didn't take away from the experience at all. It was a wonderful visit, and we highly recommend it!
· via Google
SHOUT OUT TO AUSTIN. Best trip to the Fowey aquarium and I’ve been going since I was a child. He told us lots about the different animals and even their little crustacean and fishy personalities. Enjoyed getting to stroke the star fish. Loved the merch too, came away with a slick mug and crab magnet. 🦀🐟
· via Google
Visitors say this aquarium offers a close-up view of local sea life, including conger eels, lobsters, and crabs, with a touch pool for starfish. They also highlight the friendly and knowledgeable staff who provide interesting facts and enhance the experience.
Some reviews mention the space can be cramped.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Town Quay, Fowey, PL23 1AT Get directions
- Category
- Aquariums & Sea Life Centres
- Guest rating
- 4.0 / 5 (240 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Setting
- Indoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Destination
- Fowey