Istanbul Aquarium Entry Ticket

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Discover Istanbul Aquarium, Türkiye’s National Aquarium, and explore an immersive underwater world in Florya. Follow a 1.2-kilometer themed route that takes you from the Black Sea to the Pacific Ocean through 17 geographical themes and the Amazon Rainforest.

See around 17,000 land and sea creatures representing approximately 1,500 species, including sharks, stingrays, colorful fish, reptiles, and gentoo penguins. Explore each themed area at your own pace and enjoy interactive displays, impressive habitats, and a 1,000-square-meter Amazon Rainforest.

Simply show your mobile ticket at the entrance and start exploring. A great indoor experience for families, couples, and anyone interested in marine life.


About This Activity

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Skip the ticket line

Walk past ticket queues and show your mobile QR code at the entrance.

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Easy Cancellation

Easy cancellation available. Enjoy more flexibility if your plans change.

Highlights

  • Explore 17 geographical themes stretching from the Black Sea to the Pacific Ocean
  • Discover around 17,000 land and sea creatures from approximately 1,500 species
  • Walk through a 1.2-kilometer themed visitor route
  • Experience the 1,000-square-meter Amazon Rainforest
  • See sharks, stingrays, gentoo penguins, tropical fish, and many other species up close
  • Enjoy an engaging indoor experience suitable for both adults and children

Included

  • Istanbul Aquarium entry ticket
  • Access to the main aquarium areas, themed zones, and Amazon Rainforest

Not Included

  • Additional paid experiences such as diving or animal feeding activities
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Personal expenses

Journey from the Black Sea to the Pacific

Follow a specially designed route inspired by different geographical regions around the world. Each area combines marine life with themed environments, visual elements, and informative displays.

Discover Thousands of Creatures

See a wide variety of marine and land animals throughout the aquarium, from colorful tropical fish and stingrays to sharks and gentoo penguins.

Explore the Amazon Rainforest

Step into a 1,000-square-meter rainforest environment and discover a completely different ecosystem as part of your aquarium journey.

There is no guided tour or fixed route timing. Once inside, you can take your time exploring the aquarium and its themed areas.

Meeting point

Istanbul Aquarium

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Istanbul Aquarium Şenlikköy, Yeşilköy Halkalı Cd. No:93 34153 Florya, Istanbul, Türkiye

Present your mobile ticket at the entrance.

  • Your ticket provides admission to Istanbul Aquarium as a standalone attraction. An Istanbul Tourist Pass is not required.

  • Additional experiences inside the aquarium, including activities such as diving or animal feeding, are not included in the standard admission ticket and may require separate payment.

  • Opening hours may change on public holidays or special dates.

Questions?

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Product code: IAET50

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Based on 55 reviews

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Frequently Asked Questions

Show the mobile ticket or QR code provided with your booking at the entrance.

Most visitors spend around 2 to 3 hours exploring the aquarium.

Yes. Istanbul Aquarium is a family-friendly attraction with themed environments and exhibits designed to be engaging for visitors of different ages.

The aquarium features 17 geographical themes and an Amazon Rainforest, with around 17,000 land and sea creatures representing approximately 1,500 species.

No. Additional experiences such as diving and animal feeding are not included in the standard entry ticket and may be available for an additional fee.

Istanbul Aquarium is located in Florya, within the Istanbul Aquarium Complex next to Aqua Florya, on the European side of Istanbul.

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