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Aquarium Mare Nostrum

Allee Ulysse | Odysseum, 34960 Montpellier, France
04 67 13 05 50
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Type: Aquariums
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St Roman de Codières
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

My daughter requested we went, as she is 6 she couldn't remember our previous visit 2/3 yrs ago. Its always been a bit of a mixed bag - part education with research-type areas for kids, part entertainment - sub-par disney ship ride seems pointless, part fish on show, part Q&A with for us a rather tetchy staff member who seemed... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013

when there on Eastern. We had a 2 hour visit with the grandchildren; they loved it. Wonderful and learningfull experience. And there is a trip on a boat in the storm; you feel at sea

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

We visited this aquarium today and it was truly wonderful. The children were free as they were aged under 5 and it cost about €31 for my husband and I. You start at the top with the shark tank being the central attraction and there are some big sharks and different species. There is a great boat simulator which my... More

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Paris, France
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 11, 2013

This aquarium is extremelly well done, with different sections dedicated to different types of maritime and sealife, all of which are interactive, and perfect for both children and adults. It is located right off the tram line in the fun Odysseum complex.

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Agde, France
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 6, 2013

We love aquariums and we weren't disappointed in this one. It specialises in fish from the Med. The shark tank is enormous and very deep. It is fascinating to see these enornmous fish up close. It is a place for all ages to visit. If you are there at the right time you can see the sharks being fed. There... More

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Latham, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 1, 2013

The aquarium is built around a large shark tank. Guests start at the top and wind down though various exhibits. It is well-designed to engage young children, of which there were many on the day of our visit. My college-aged kids liked it very much and wished they had visited when they were younger. The aquarium is part of an... More

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London
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 22, 2013

This is a must for the family and can easily spend 2-3 hours in a calm and relaxing environment, the variety of the fish and getting up close is great, staff speak good English and were keen to introduce the various species and their knowledge, a great morning thank you

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 18, 2013

they have a cool shark aquarium to be seen, otherwise it is fine but not overwhelming like Marineland or Sea World

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Warren, NJ
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 9, 2013

My 2 adult children and their parents all LOVED the Aquarium. Cool exhibits and exciting space. All the signage was in French, but we got the idea. Cool sea creatures. Go see it!

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Montpellier
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 6, 2013

I have been there twice, and every time was a good experience. Staff is lovely and helpful. There is a lot to see (and a lot of space). I just think it is too expensive, even with reduced prices (students, etc.) I would recommend it though!

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