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Deep Sea World

Battery Quarry, North Queensferry KY11 1JR, Scotland
01383 411880
3.0 of 5 stars 149 Reviews
Type: Aquariums
Activities: Scuba diving
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strathclyde
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Deep Sea World was really good i found it a little expensive but really enjoyed our day the young girl on entrance was very nice and friendly, going round there was lots of interesting things to see and the tunnell was good as was seeing the sharks, outside at the seals was alos good and in the restaurant had an... More

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Chernobyl, Ukraine
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

All of the 'displays' are pretty good - and the fish etc all look nice, but all in all, the entire place is in need of a refurb. It just generally looks pretty old and dirty. Also, as for the cafe - WOAH - I would steer well clear. After our trip round we were pretty eager for a coffee... More

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Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey
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52 reviews 52 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

It was smaller than I had expected being a National Aquarium but that's what I get coming from the States. The Shark Tunnel is definitely cool for pictures and the Seal Sanctuary is cute!

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Falkirk, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

We have been herea few times as my little boy really enjoys it. The last time was ruined by a school trip where the teachers seemed to have no control over the large group of children but the exhibits are still great. Would recommend!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012 via mobile

What a great day, loads to see and do! My 2 year old just loved it!! Thanks to all the team for what you do, you clearly love what you do and it shows. Xx. We will definitely be back soon. Xx

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

We visited on a rainy Sunday with our 11 month old who seems fascinated by fish! We were really excited to see how she would react. Well we were so disappointed with the experience. The attraction seems tired and we got around the whole attraction in 45 minutes. The place seemed dirty and is in desperate need of a renovation.... More

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fife, Scotland
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

entry costs expensive for a family, cafe expesive and not very good quality. tunnel downstairs is best part especially for kids so you end up doing the circuit several times but the sharks are quite impressive.

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Aisling85, Manager at Deep Sea World, responded to this review
12 May 2012

Good morning, I hope you are having a nice weekend. lt is great to hear your children l enjoyed our Shark Safari. It really is spectacular to have the sharks right above your head. In relation to the price you can save money by purchasing online. I am sorry if this wasn't an option for you but it is a... More

Livingston, United Kingdom
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

Thought it was going to be a lot bigger, but just a little belt that takes you round to see the fish and a couple of sharks then that's it really. It was beautiful what we did see, but feel as though they should have more for the money you have to pay and the time it takes to get... More

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Falkirk, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

Great place to visit for my whole family, My wife and i love the displays, our 3 year old loved "Nemo" and seeing all the fish in their mock habitats and our 6 week old was mesmerised by the underwater tunnel.

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Falkirk, United Kingdom
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Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

We went here at the beginning of May and all thought it was overpriced and poor value for money. We had seen everything in less than an hour. Better ways to spend money which gives more value and entertainment. A Family ticket for 2 adults and 2 kids is £42.

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