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Atlanterhavsparken (Atlantic Sea-Park)

📍 Tueneset 2, 6002 Ålesund, Norway

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★★★★★

Introduction

Atlanterhavsparken, the Atlantic Sea-Park, sits by the sea on an old naval base site just 3.6 km from Alesund's centre — one of the world's most distinctive aquariums, pumping unfiltered seawater straight from the Atlantic for its animals. The star is the four-million-litre cod and halibut tank with an underwater tunnel, shoals of herring swirling overhead; diver-fed feeding shows are the daily highlight. Outdoors, otter islands, seal pools and Humboldt penguins hug the shoreline. Pair it with Alesund's Art Nouveau town centre and the Aksla viewpoint for a full and memorable day.

✨ Highlights

The Atlantic Tank

Four million litres with an underwater tunnel.

Diver Feeding Show

Underwater commentary, daily at the tank.

Otters and Penguins

Outdoor islands, seal pools and penguins.

Unfiltered Seawater

Straight from the Atlantic — no filters.

🛈 Practical Info

→Duration：2-3 hours.

→Getting There：About 10 minutes by car or bus from the centre.

→Best Time：Time your visit to the feeding shows, usually 2-3 daily.

→Tickets：Adults about NOK 195-230; family passes available.

→Nearby：Chain with Aksla hill and an island boat tour.

💡 Tips

• Claim a tank-side spot 10 minutes before the show.

• It is windy outdoors — bring a windbreaker.

• The tunnel is dim; phone photos without flash work fine.

• Summer adds shore-exploring and kids' fishing ponds.

• The cafe's sea-view seats are perfect for a break.

FAQ

Any practical tips for visiting Atlanterhavsparken (Atlantic Sea-Park)?

Claim a tank-side spot 10 minutes before the show. It is windy outdoors — bring a windbreaker.

Information on this page is compiled from public sources. Opening hours, ticket prices and other details may change — please verify with official sources before your visit.