Blue Planet Aquarium is one of the best Cheshire family days out. It really does leave you wanting to go back time and time again.
Blue Planet Opening Times
Blue Planet Aquarium opens at 10am every day of the year except for Christmas Day.
During the summer school holidays the Aquarium is open until 6pm in the evening depending on circumstances.
Blue Planet Admission Prices and Membership Prices
| Ticket Type | Admission | Full Year Membership |
| Adult | £14.50 | £40.00 |
| Child (up to 14 years old) | £10.50 | £30.00 |
| Family (1 adult and 2 children) | N/A | £95.00 |
| Family(2 adults and 2 children) | £48.00 | £130.00 |
| Concession | £12.50 | £35.00 |
Blue Planet Ticket Price Discounts
Blue Planet Aquarium allows all children under the height of 95cm to visit the Aquarium absolutely free.
Also available, and perfect for the summer school holidays in Cheshire, is the ‘Groovy Grandparent Ticket’ which admits 2 senior citizens and 2 children under the age of 14 years for just £44.
Blue Planet Aquarium Membership Benefits
If you are a great fan of the Blue Planet and all things aquatic it is worth considering a full year membership. Choosing this option not only gives you free entry to the Blue Planet Aquarium Cheshire Oaks but also to the Deep Sea World in Scotland.
Using your membership at Blue Planet near Ellesmere Port will give you other added benefits including discount entry for other friends and family members. You will also receive some discounts in the Blue Planet Aquarium shop and restaurant.
How to Get There
By car
Using Satellite Navigation pop in the postcode CH65 9LF
Take Junction 10 from the M53.
From the M6 take the M56 at Junction 20 towards Ellesmere Port. Then take the M53 at Junction 15.
Blue Planet Aquarium and Cheshire Oaks are clearly signposted on brown tourist signs.
By public transport
Plan your journey to Blue Planet Aquarium using the
Northwest Timetable Finder and Journey Planner
Attractions at Blue Planet Aquarium
Be aware that during peak times the queues to get in can take a while but it is worth the wait as what greets you inside is a fascinating and brilliantly put together attraction.
It is definitely suitable for family members of all ages as there is so much to see and experience.
The Blue Planet Aquarium is laid out to ensure that you don’t miss any of their wonderful exhibits as it takes you around a pathway which goes through each section.
Inside the Blue Planet Aquarium you will learn about and see many of the species that live and thrive on the existence of coral reef at the ‘Reef Magic’ Exhibition. In the ‘Freshwater Rivers and Streams’ section you will see some of the largest freshwater fish that survive in freshwater environments right here in Britain. Watch out for the Pike which can grow up to 1.8 metres long!
Explore the fish of the Amazon, Lake Milawi and the Mangrove Swamps.
Of the main attractions at the Blue Planet Aquarium, which must not be missed, are the Aquatheatre and the Aquatunnel.
The Aquatunnel is a favourite. As you walk through the tunnel you will be surrounded by sharks, Rays and a huge array of stunning, beautiful tropical fish.
Get interactive at the Blue Planet Aquarium when you visit the ‘The Rocky Shore’ exhibition. Here you can investigate all the animals in the three rock pools including the brilliant Rays which will let you stroke them!
There is so much to learn, watch and experience here. Once your tour is over you can take away a souvenir of your family day out from the Blue Planet Aquarium shop.
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