What makes it 81% Solo-Friendly: A solo traveler can explore 35 tanks, watch multiple free feeding shows, and upgrade to shark dives, yet heavy stroller traffic and loud children may curb a search for quiet reflection.
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for solo trip: Allows time to see all main exhibits, attend a feeding show, and walk the Oceanarium tunnel at a relaxed pace.
Oceanarium Tunnel:
Walk through the 80 m transparent tunnel under sharks, rays, and other large marine species.
Tip: Visit at 12:00 when divers feed the sharks for more active views.
Feeding Shows:
Watch free daily feedings: penguins at 11:30 and 16:30, rays at 14:00, and sharks on Mon/Wed/Fri at 12:00.
Tip: Pick up the feeding schedule at the entrance and plan your route accordingly.
Mediterranean Tanks:
Explore 14 tanks featuring native Mediterranean species and learn about local marine habitats.
Tip: Use the touchscreen displays beside each tank to read facts and spot hidden details.

Tina Éowyn Šmid
I like it but there are some things that the could changed it. Small aquarium with sharks they could do a bigger auarium and rall fish doesn't have enogh space inside the same is with big fishes in 2nd floor which is way to small for a hight of those fish. I was expected for amounth money a bit bigger aquarium otherwise other thing are quite nice.
Midnight Starz
This was honestly such a beautiful and surreal experience. There were many exotic animals that I’ve never seen or heard of before and it was super cool getting to learn about them! There were two aquatic tunnels and I was mesmerized by the sea life that surrounded me, such as stingrays and sharks, and other giant creatures. There is also a koi fish feeding stations that you all NEED to try out. Yo...
Vanina Hodaj
The Starfish Underwater Aquarium in Barcelona is a truly magical experience for anyone who loves marine life. Located in Port Vell, it offers an incredible journey beneath the sea, where visitors can admire a wide variety of sea creatures — from colorful tropical fish and elegant rays to the fascinating starfish that give the aquarium its special charm. One of the highlights is the large underwat...
Lena Bingenheimer
Had an amazing time! It’s a bit smaller than I expected but the tanks were clean and had a lot of beautiful and amazing looking animals too. I did buy tickets online, it was definitely something fun to do with children or on a slow afternoon or even a date night out. Even stopped and got a stuffed animal to remember the time from.
Stephanie van der G.
As we had read online, it was an aquarium where you would not have walked for too long. Despite that, we had a great time and enjoyed all the fish we saw. As adults and the kind of person of watch and move on, you would be done very quick. If you are someone who likes to watch a little longer, you will certainly last longer. We are the type of people who watch calm and keep going, so we enjoyed ou...
Barcelona’s summers bring larger crowds—book a timed ticket online. Winter mornings are quiet. Rainy days don’t affect the indoor exhibits.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Standard adult ticket | EUR 29 |
| Café snack | EUR 8 |
| Total Estimated | EUR 37 |
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