We ended up here as another local attraction was closed and it was on our list of things to do. I am not a huge fan of aquariums unless there is loads of room for the fish/reptiles and some of the tanks looked a little on the small side. That said the aquarium has acted as a rescue centre for... More

Very small takes 30 mins to walk round some fish are in way to small tanks and it is way over priced for what it is most interesting thing was the member of staffs story on how the alligator bit his arm off wouldn't recommend at all More

Got the cruise from Bowness to Lakeside return including entrance to the aquarium (£16.45 pp) and we had a great time. The staff are all enthusiastic and knowledgeable, some really nice touches for the kids and you can get 'hands on' experience in some parts (first time I have ever held a live snake!) Highlights include the fabulously entertaining otters... More

While staying in the Lake District, my partner and I decided to visit the Aquarium of the lakes. As we went midweek it was very quiet and there was plenty of parking. Please note that their is a fee to use the car park. £2.50 for up to 1 hour and £3.50 for up to 10 hours I believe it... More

This was an unexpected surprise and the aquarium is very well done, indeed. Definitely worth a visit. More

I'm afraid this will be one of my worst reviews. A tad dissapointing to say the least, very small in size, to expensive entry fee, A fiver would be ample for this attraction. There is a decent variety of fish but the place is just to small. sorry!!!............4/10 More

At £9.00 each to gain entry we were expecting to stay for at least a couple of hours (hence PAYING for 2hrs in the car park). If you walk VERY slow and read the info on every creature, your visit may last an hour at best! We spent longer in the Garden Centre at Ambleside and don't even like gardening!... More

I have given this aquarium one star for one reason and one reason only. The staff who work with the animals and the talks team did a fantastic job on the day of my visit, friendly and informative. The majority of the exhibits were well maintained. However the 4 Asian Short Clawed Otters were very upsetting. 2 were housed on... More

Look out for leaflets in the Tourist Information Offices offering half price entry for adults and children to the Aquarium. I love taking my children to these places but was extremely disappointed with everything about this one. Without discounted entry the price was over £9 an adult and if I'd had to pay this I would have complained at the... More