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Istanbul Aquarium

Senlikkoy Mahallesi, Yesilkoy Halkali Cad. No:93, Florya, Istanbul, Turkey
+90 4449744729
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The Biggest Thematic Aquarium of the World İstanbul Akvaryum, where fish species living in the world’s seas can be seen, with the size of its travel route, thematic areas, a thousand square meter rainforest and interactive new generation technology compared to other aquariums in its field.Are you ready to travel on a route covering 16 thematic areas from the Black Sea to the Pacific Ocean and Amazon Rainforest by following a geographic route? Cultural, geographic, historical and architectural characteristics of relevant area, decorative items, interactive plays, sound and lighting, films and visual graphics where detailed information on that area are available in the thematic areas. Visitors can see sea animals belonging to these regions and get information about geographic and cultural characteristics of that region. What to Expect from İstanbul Akvaryum?Fish Feeding HoursIt is possible for you to watch this excellent show, during which our expert aquarists feed the most interesting living creatures of our aquarium. We look forward to seeing you at Istanbul Akvaryum, if you want to witness how Istanbul Akvaryum eat their meals by following fish feeding session.Amazon Rainforest in Istanbul…This section that makes the aquarium unique gives you similar feelings to Amazon rainforest. 5D CinemaThis special cinema in Istanbul Akvaryum that has the best motion program across the world takes the audience to different worlds with five movie options.Hurricane SimulatorYou will feel like you are in the middle of hurricane and live moments of excitement and adrenaline in our exclusively designed hurricane simulator. Mirror MazeYou will come across similar passages, endless reflections, thrilling dead-ends and new surprises at every corner while you are trying to find Mysterious Antique Totem of Amazon.Diving with Sharksİstanbul Akvaryum diving certificate is awarded to individuals, who dive after 30 minute diving activity in Istanbul Akvaryum, where diving with sharks and rays is possible in the main tank with a water capacity of 4 thousand cubic meters, which hosts 5 thousand creatures.
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“mirror maze” (7 reviews)
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Senlikkoy Mahallesi, Yesilkoy Halkali Cad. No:93, Florya, Istanbul, Turkey
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+90 4449744729
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Reviewed May 22, 2017

It takes about two hours to take the whole tour , a lot to see & Enjoy , I took the Premium Tour, Did not take the Helicopter Simulation Ride & Did not get in the Mirrors Room , We enjoyed the tour & Learned...More

Thank tmahlab
Reviewed May 21, 2017

I love it. This is fantastic place to spend many time in it.All family members enjoy spending time in it.

Thank fahimeh22
Reviewed May 20, 2017

This is fantastic place to spend about 3 hours. We toke the shuttle from Taksim and it was free BUT you need to buy tickets from the driver first. the driver was friendly and gave us many tourist information in English about many places we...More

Thank Jalal Q
Reviewed May 2, 2017

Istanbul Aquarium is amazing! We visited it at the end of our journey. We bought the gold tickets and at the end we had a helicopter ride simulation. We had a virtual tour of Istanbul after we visited the main tourist attractions and it was...More

1  Thank Cristina2014CI
Reviewed March 27, 2017

Thia particular Aquarium is fantastic, very family friendly , kids friendly , pushchair & wheelchair friendly. It has the most beautiful water life species ever! There were penguins to shark, piranha and more! ideal place to visit if you are in istanbul and so near...More

1  Thank sehtain11
Reviewed March 27, 2017

We spent most of the day at the Aquarium enjoying the sea life. The is a nice viewing area and very educational.

Thank lesnet760
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Reviewed March 24, 2017 via mobile

It was huge, really versatile, has many themes, and I never seen this many fish species, I was really impressed All the family loved this place, it's rare for all of us to love something, since we are of different ages and interests. Definitely recommended.

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Reviewed March 22, 2017 via mobile

Nice place for visit if you are traveling with children 5+ years old. You can see a lot of different fishes and other ocean animals.

Thank Seymur R
Reviewed March 20, 2017

Incredible to see all, specially newly added penguins were worth to see. As personal favorite, seeing all sharks were some crazy to get so close.

Thank Sercan S
Reviewed March 16, 2017

It is really beautiful, large and interesting. If you visit Istanbul you should visit the aquarium or maybe dive with sharks. That is also a phenomenal experience :D

Thank Auspuh Servis B
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emira74
July 11, 2017|
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Response from Hanan H | Reviewed this property |
We boarded the bus from Taksim Square until there is a display of sea creatures and different fish simulating the Amazon forests, an old ship model and its contents, how the sailors lived, a full hall to explain the story of... More
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Natalie Y
May 23, 2017|
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Response from Hamza_ayash | Reviewed this property |
Hello, There are many nice malls like Mall of Istanbul one of the largest malls in turkey, Istinye mall, Kanyon mall, Palladium, Trump towers mall, Istanbul Cevahir is the largest shopping mall in Europe and the second in... More
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