Portaferry Exploris Aquarium Tickets
Dive into a unique underwater adventure at Aquarium Exploris, Northern Ireland’s only Aquarium and Seal Sanctuary
eligible with a VisitBritain Gift Card
Portaferry Exploris Aquarium key information
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 48 hours in advance to receive a full refund.
Highlights
- Visit an aquarium located on the Ards Peninsula, surrounded by the Irish Sea.
- Admire colourful tropical fish and impressive rays.
- Visit an operating seal sanctuary, where sick, injured or abandoned seal pups are rehabilitated.
- Meet friendly sharks, a crocodile, penguins, turtles, otters, jellyfish, seals and many more exciting creatures.
- Enjoy a snack or meal at the Craken Café, serving burgers, paninis, salads and soups, as well as options for kids.
What's included
- Admission to the aquarium
- Food and drinks
Prepare for the experience
Children information
- Children of all ages are welcome.
- Children under 16 years old must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Accessibility information
- Facilities for people with a disability will be provided.
- Please contact our team should you require further accessibility information.
Exploris Aquarium ticket restrictions
- You will only gain access to the centre at the time slot booked.
The Aquarium Exploris opening times vary throughout the year, however, the regular opening times are:
- Mondays - Sundays: 10:00am - 05:00pm (last admission: 04:00pm)
Please note that you will only gain access to the centre at the time slot booked. Please arrive in good time.
How to get there
- Address: The Rope Walk, Castle Street, Portaferry BT22 1NZ
- Public transport: 100 meters from Portaferry Ferry Terminal with liaison into Strangford.
Frequently asked questions
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Where is Exploris Aquarium in Portaferry?
- Located an hour from Belfast on the shores of Strangford Lough, Exploris Aquarium is in Portaferry.
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What are the directions to get to Exploris Aquarium from Belfast?
- If coming from Belfast direction, it would take about 45 minutes to drive along Strangford Lough.
- The drive does afford beautiful scenery, with some wonderful viewing points to stop and have a picnic.
- There is limited parking at the Aquarium, but parking is also available throughout Portaferry itself.
Supplier information
This product is sold by VisitBritain Shop and supplied by Aquarium Exploris Ltd.
