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Atlanterhavsparken (Atlantic Sea-Park)

📍 Tueneset 2, 6002 Ålesund, Norway
Atlanterhavsparken (Atlantic Sea-Park)
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Quick Facts

Location
Norway, Alesund
Category
Zoo & Aquarium
Duration
2-3 hours
Address
Tueneset 2, 6002 Ålesund, Norway
Coordinates
62.4723, 6.1549

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

1
The Atlantic Tank
Four million litres with an underwater tunnel.
2
Diver Feeding Show
Underwater commentary, daily at the tank.
3
Otters and Penguins
Outdoor islands, seal pools and penguins.
4
Unfiltered Seawater
Straight from the Atlantic — no filters.

🛈 Practical Info

→Duration:2-3 hours.
→Best Time:Time your visit to the feeding shows, usually 2-3 daily.
→Nearby:Chain with Aksla hill and an island boat tour.
→Opening Hours:Daily about 10:00-18:00, longer in summer and shorter in winter - check the site
→Transportation:Drive or bus - about 3.6 km from the city centre on the former naval base site

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
AdultAdults 275 Norwegian kroner
StudentThe FAQ states plainly that there is no student discount
ChildAges 3 to 15 pay 135 kroner, and 0 to 2 years are free
Free AdmissionA companion travelling on a ledsagerbevis card enters free

One ticket covers all three sections under the same roof, the science centre, the aquarium and the aquaculture show centre, with no separate admission for each. Annual passes cost 695 kroner for an adult, 595 for ages 3 to 15, 650 for the 67 and over band and 1950 for a family of two adults with four children. The whole site is wheelchair accessible, a wheelchair can be borrowed, and there is free wifi plus an in-house cafe.

💡 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

What are the opening hours of Atlanterhavsparken (Atlantic Sea-Park)?

Daily about 10:00-18:00, longer in summer and shorter in winter - check the site

How much is the admission for Atlanterhavsparken (Atlantic Sea-Park)?

Adult: Adults 275 Norwegian kroner; Student: The FAQ states plainly that there is no student discount; Child: Ages 3 to 15 pay 135 kroner, and 0 to 2 years are free; Free Admission: A companion travelling on a ledsagerbevis card enters free; One ticket covers all three sections under the same roof, the science centre, the aquarium and the aquaculture show centre, with no separate admission for each. Annual passes cost 695 kroner for an adult, 595 for ages 3 to 15, 650 for the 67 and over band and 1950 for a family of two adults with four children. The whole site is wheelchair accessible, a wheelchair can be borrowed, and there is free wifi plus an in-house cafe.

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.

How long should I spend at Atlanterhavsparken (Atlantic Sea-Park)?

A typical visit takes 2-3 hours.

Details here follow atlanterhavsparken.no; hours, prices and access change with the season and events, so please check atlanterhavsparken.no before you go.