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The Aquarium is open every day. On most days it opens at 9:00 and closes at 20:00, with last entry at 18:00. On weekdays in the low season, from November to February, it opens at 10:00 and closes at 19:30, with last entry at 17:30. The table follows the calendar published up to 30 June 2027.
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Opening hours for every month are on the Opening hours page.
Checked against the official website on 31 October 2026 · Official source
| Period | Last entry | Closing |
|---|---|---|
| Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays: opens at 9:00 | 18:00 | 20:00 |
| Monday to Friday, 2 November 2026 to 26 February 2027: opens at 10:00 | 17:30 | 19:30 |
| 5 to 8 December 2026: opens at 8:30 | 18:00 | 20:00 |
| 24 December 2026 to 6 January 2027, every day: opens at 9:00 | 18:00 | 20:00 |
| 27 February to 24 March 2027, every day: opens at 9:00 | 18:00 | 20:00 |
| 25 to 30 March 2027, every day: opens at 8:30 | 18:00 | 20:00 |
| 31 March to 30 June 2027, every day: opens at 9:00 | 18:00 | 20:00 |
There is no closing day: the Aquarium is open every day of the year. On 31 December we expect an early closing, at 16:00 with last entry at 14:00, but this is not confirmed. For the months after June 2027 the calendar is not published yet, so treat the hours above as a guide. On some days a few areas or pools can be closed for maintenance.
Checked against the official website on 31 October 2026 · Official source: Acquario di Genova
How long does the visit take?
About 2 hours 30 minutes, and there is no maximum time. The route is single and marked with blue signs, so you cannot get lost. Add the Biosphere and the Bigo lift and you have half a day.
When is last entry?
Last entry is at 18:00 on most days and at 17:30 on weekdays in winter. From last entry to closing there are two hours, and the visit takes about two and a half, so arrive early if you want to see the dolphins without hurrying.
Can I eat during the visit?
Not in the exhibition rooms. Halfway along the route there is a fast-food bar called Tender, and on the big ship, the Blue Ship, there is a restaurant open every day from 12:00 to 15:00. You can also eat your own food at the picnic tables on the deck of the Blue Ship.
Remember that the ticket is valid for one entry only: if you go out to eat, you cannot come back in.
Are the Biosphere and the Bigo open at the same hours?
No, each has its own calendar. In winter the Biosphere opens at 10:00 and closes at 17:00, with last entry at 16:30. In November and December 2026 the Bigo is open at weekends and on holidays, plus a few days around Christmas, from 10:00 to 17:00 with the last ride at 16:45. Its calendar is not published beyond December. In spring the Biosphere stays open later, until 19:00 from April.
Aquarium of Genoa: frequently asked questions
What are the opening hours of the Aquarium of Genoa?
It is open every day. On most days it opens at 9:00 and closes at 20:00, with last entry at 18:00. On weekdays from November to February it opens at 10:00 and closes at 19:30, with last entry at 17:30.
How long does the visit take?
About 2 hours 30 minutes. There is no maximum time, and the route is a single one, marked with blue signs.
Where can I eat at the Aquarium?
Halfway along the route there is a fast-food bar, and the Blue Ship has a restaurant open every day from 12:00 to 15:00. Food is not allowed in the exhibition rooms, but there are picnic tables on the deck of the Blue Ship.