Opening Times

  • Monday: 10am – 5pm
  • Tuesday: 10am – 5pm
  • Wednesday: 10am – 5pm
  • Thursday: 10am – 5pm
  • Friday: 10am – 5pm
  • Saturday: 10am – 5pm
  • Sunday: 10am – 5pm

Festival of Fishes

Summer event from 24th July to 3rd September Make a splash this summer and join Blue Reef Aquarium Portsmouth for our Festival of Fishes! Dive in to the crazy and colourful aquatic world, where you can learn all about fish families, marine mysteries and homely habitats! PLUS – each weekend has its own theme, so … Continued

Beautiful sea creatures and where to find them in the UK

You might be able to get a good look at the seahorses and rays that are swimming around at Portsmouth Aquarium, but did you know that you can also find these unusual marine creatures, and many more besides, along the coast and seas of the UK? Read on to discover more about the incredible creatures … Continued

Armed Forces Weekend 29th & 30th June

To thank you for your service, Blue Reef Aquarium Portsmouth is offering free admission to all services personnel. Join us for Armed Forces weekend (29th & 30th June 2019) with your services ID to gain free admission, and up to £12 off the admission price for your accompanying guests. We thank you for your service … Continued

Claws Week 25th May – 2nd June 2019

Claws Week 25th May – 2nd June 2019 Join in the fun at Blue Reef Aquarium for Claws Week during May half term! From comical Hermit Crabs to fiery Shrimp, Claws Week offers fascinating insight into the incredible world of Crustaceans. Pinch a Crustacean Quiz and enter our prize draw, or Meet the Moults in … Continued

D-Day 75 Commemorations in Southsea

In commemoration of the 75th anniversary of D-Day, Portsmouth City Council will be hosting a wide variety of events from the 5th – 9th June. These events will include live music, Red Arrow flying displays, open air cinema, and Remembrance services. For the full D-Day 75 programme click here. Blue Reef Aquarium Portsmouth is excited … Continued

5 Places to Spot Wild Otters in the UK

Few animals among Britain’s native wildlife are as endearing as otters. Following a period of serious decline between the 1950s and 1970s when the species was driven to near extinction in some areas, these water-dwelling mammals have made a comeback in every county in England and beyond. Keep reading to find some of the best … Continued

The Big Blue Easter: 6th – 22nd April 2019

We know you can’t wait to find out what’s inside your eggs this Easter… But wait until you discover what’s under the sea (and our roof!) from 6-22 April. Our Big Blue event has more going on than you can shake a barnacle-covered stick at. Dive right in and discover a world of underwater wonder. … Continued

What can you do to help protect our marine environments?

What can you do to help protect our marine environments? Blue Reef Aquarium Portsmouth strives to help the environment, and we encourage all of our visitors to do the same. Take on board our top tips below, and don’t forget you can always get in touch for more advice on how you can help. Reduce … Continued

Monsters Week 20th – 28th October

Daily Talks & Activities Come face to face with some of the fiercest underwater animals this October half term for MONSTERS WEEK! You’ll learn all about the grisly residents of our oceans and debunk myths about those that just have a bad reputation. Get stuck into the fun with competitions, quizzes, workshops, and more! 11:00am … Continued

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