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Galway Atlantaquaria

The Prom | Salthill, Galway, Ireland
091 585 100
Ranked #17 of 63 attractions in Galway
4.0 of 5 stars 31 Reviews
Type: Aquariums
Owner description: Galway Atlantaquaria, National Aquarium of Ireland seeks to present a comprehensive view of the world of water through clear and interesting displays,...... more » Owner description: Galway Atlantaquaria, National Aquarium of Ireland seeks to present a comprehensive view of the world of water through clear and interesting displays, informed helpful staff and exciting live presentations and animal interaction sessions.This is achieved through accurately displaying aquatic life in a manner that reflects their natural habitats, providing an enjoyable and educational environment to learn about the diverse marine ecosystem of Ireland.As Ireland's largest aquarium we strive to ensure that a visit to the aquarium is original and full of wonder for visitors of all ages. « less
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Galway, Ireland
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

Really good time here with the kids. Great place - visit the galleon restaurant with the kids while your in Salthill too... More

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Ballina, Ireland
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

This is a great way to spend an hour or two, not bad value if you take the time to enjoy it More

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Donegal
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

I've visited several of these places, and was disappointed with the Galway Atlantaquaria. No sharks! More

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Galway, Ireland
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

The centre is run really well and the staff are really helpful, Kids loved the fish and learnt a bit - which is always good! More

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Offaly
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

We have been here a few times and have enjoyed it, but really felt that it is gone down hill. Not enough attractions to keep the attention and really not worth the €20+ admission fee for 2 adults. Save your money. More

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Westport, Ireland
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

Great spot to bring the kids..and adults too! the staff are so helpful and only too happy to explain and take time out to show you stuff. we were very impressed by the whole experience and have been there 3 times over the past few years, excellent place to visit. Well worth the trip. More

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Dublin
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

Great fun. Interesting and educational. My 2 & 4 year olds loved it but the wave pool at the front scared them both. The staff member who told us about the fish during a feeding time was very nice and answered all our questions. Only downside was the price of the adult ticket that I felt was too high. Under... More

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Dublin
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18 reviews 18 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

I just wanted to send a wee note to say how much I enjoyed Galway Atlantaquaria. We visited there on Sunday 15th of April at 12:48pm. We walked around the tanks and had a great time touching the Ray that were floating around they were amazing and I was never so close to one….then we moved upstairs and I was... More

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Kildare
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012
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went here on way to mayo for Easter it was brill so child friendly and was really enjoyable we will be back and i will be sure to tell all the parents at school well done More

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Dublin, Ireland
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012
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brought two five year olds and a three year old and all enjoyed it as there is a lot you can do but we seemed to be finished very quick as not as large as other places such as the aquarium in Dingle but still good to visit More

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