Hurghada Aquarium
An ideal outing for families with children, the Hurghada Aquarium is a great place to discover aquatic species, marvel at sharks and crocodiles, cross a monkey bridge, admire stingrays and more. Also featuring an outdoor park, this venue combines aquarium and zoo, to the delight of young and old alike.
In this guide, you’ll find all the information you need about this activity in Hurghada: what to see? how much does the ticket cost? what’s the route? At the end of the guide, we’ll give you a few tips.
Practical information
Here’s what you need to know.
Admission
Tickets can be purchased directly from the ticket office. There are two prices: one for locals and one for tourists.
For all foreigners, admission is €30 for adults and €15 for children.
Access and opening hours
Located not far from Sand City and the Hurghada Museum, the aquarium faces a major road south of the city center. Most visitors arrive by cab. There is parking for cars and buses.
You can also opt for a driver to wait for you before exploring the surrounding area.
How long does a visit to the Hurghada Aquarium last?
The visit lasts around 2 hours, or even an hour if you cover the area quickly. You’ll have plenty of time to admire the fish swimming around.
How does a visit to the Hurghada Aquarium work?
In this section, we’ll describe what you’ll find on your way to the Hurghada Aquarium.
The route to follow
The site is divided into two parts: a real aquarium with numerous water basins. There’s also a zoo-like outdoor area. So you follow a path that takes you in and out.
Following the arrows, you can admire the fish, before crossing a monkey bridge and returning underwater via an underwater tunnel.
Water basins
A projection room with on-screen documentaries, underwater tunnels and huge tanks, the Hurghada aquarium has all the ingredients for a great day out.
The various species and the path to follow create a dynamic, allowing you to admire many animals. It’s also worth noting that you can buy food for the fish to help you make contact with them.
You’ll be able to admire seahorses, rays, dolphins, sharks and many other species, not to mention the skeleton of a prehistoric cetacean like the Basilosaurus.
Zoo and rainforest
Monkeys, birds, crocodiles, pelicans, turtles, eagles and iguanas can all be discovered outdoors. You’ ll first see the crocodiles in their enclosure, before catching a glimpse of them from above as you cross the monkey bridge.
Frequently asked questions
Here you’ll find a list of questions and answers about specific details, so you can quickly find the information you’re looking for.
Can I take photos?
You can take photos with your smartphone, but note that taking photos with your camera will cost you €20. If you don’t want to pay this fee, there’s always a locker with a key for your belongings.
Will I suffer from the heat?
As the aquarium has an outdoor zoo section, it’s possible to keep warm. There are rest areas where you can regularly take a break in the shade, have a drink and buy a souvenir.
There are several souvenir stores on the course and at the end.
This guide to the Hurghada Aquarium is coming to an end. You’ll now know the most important things you need to know about the place, and how to organize your visit. With its aquatic pools, exotic animals, monkey bridge and underwater tunnels, the Hurghada Aquarium is a great place to spend time with family and friends.
