Visitor Information
Christmas Opening Hours🎄: The NMA will be closing at 2pm on Christmas Eve, with the last entry at 1pm. We will be closed on Christmas and Boxing day. We open again on the 27th December, sea you then!
General Admissions
| What’s included in your ticket? | |
|---|---|
| Free annual pass Unlimited return visits for 12 months |  |
| Meet over 5,000 marine animals | |
| 4 engaging Aquarium zones | |
| Dive shows (time dependant) | |
| Free educational shows and workshops | |
| Ocean Discovery Rangers on hand to answer questions | |
| Picnic area with stunning views of Plymouth | |
| Reschedule for free up to 24 hours before your arrival time (online account required) | |
| 100% of proceeds from your ticket goes to our charity the Ocean Conservation Trust. | |
| 50% off ticket fee at Dartmoor Zoo (T&Cs apply) | |
We recommend all visitors pre-book whether or not you are paying or using your complimentary annual return pass. We cannot guarantee entry without a booking, especially in peak periods such as holidays and weekends.
Walk-ins will only be available if we have not reached full capacity of the building. Thank you!
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ABOUT YOUR VISIT
DO SOMETHING A LITTLE DIFFERENT
We pride ourselves on our range of one-of-a-kind events and experiences. From back of house tours to fine dining experiences, we offer something for everyone. Don’t forget you can gift theses experiences too with our range of vouchers.
SUPPORT OUR WORK
100% of profits raised through admission tickets, café and retail sales go directly to the Ocean Conservation Trust. Our charity dedicated to protecting the Ocean through community engagement and habitat restoration.
COMPLIMENTARY ANNUAL PASS
The annual pass is an opt-in scheme and will be activated upon arrival by a member of our team. Each paying person will be given their own pass, to allow individual re-entry. The Annual Pass is for day admission use only.
WET & WILD DEAL
Day admission tickets at the National Marine Aquarium receive 50% off Dartmoor Zoological Park day admission tickets and vice-versa. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer including the complimentary annual return pass. The offer is valid for 15 days from the date shown on the receipt and will only be accepted on production of a valid National Marine Aquarium or DZP day admission receipt or booking confirmation.
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The National Marine Aquarium (NMA) is the UK’s national aquarium, located in Britain’s Ocean City, Plymouth. We are proudly the home of the Ocean Conservation Trust, a charity dedicated to connecting people with the Ocean.
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