Bournemouth Oceanarium is conveniently located on the seafront just to the right (west) of the pier. The aquarium comprises 11 naturally themed zones. You can see sharks, crocodile, clownfish, piranhas, a loggerhead turtle as well as cute otters and a colony of Humboldt penguins. There are plenty of interactive displays, daily feeding presentations and talks – check the website for times.
Address: Pier Approach, West Beach, BH2 5AA (right next to the pier). (Google map)
Website: https://www.oceanarium.co.uk
Bournemouth Oceanarium Admission Prices 2026
| Ticket Type | Online | Gate Price |
| Adult | £13.99 | £17.50 |
| Child (3-15yrs) | £8.75 | £12.50 |
| Student / Senior 60+ | £11.99 | £15.50 |
| Family of 3 | £28.99 | £36.50 |
| Family of 4 | £32.99 | £39.99 |
| Family of 5 | £36.99 | £44.99 |
Bournemouth Oceanarium Opening Times
The Oceanarium generally opens daily at 10am with last admission at 4pm before closing at 5pm however these times can vary throughout the year staying open a bit longer in the summer and closing earlier in the winter. It’s always best to check the website before visiting.
Related Pages: Bournemouth / Bournemouth Beach / City Sightseeing Bus / Pier Zipline / Russell Cotes Museum / Bournemouth Big Wheel /