Plan your visit
Open All Year!
Open All Year!
Get ready for a fin-tastic day out! Blue Planet Aquarium is open daily from 10am (closed only on Christmas Day), with the last entry one hour before closing.
Our closing times change with the seasons, so be sure to check back before your visit to make the most of your underwater adventure!
Your underwater adventure starts the moment you set off! Blue Planet Aquarium is easy to find – just off Junction 10 of the M53 at Cheshire Oaks, right next to the Designer Outlet. Hop on a Stagecoach X1 from Chester or Service 1 from Liverpool and let the journey begin! Buses run regularly, and the nearest train station is Ellesmere Port, just two miles away, with easy bus links to get you even closer to the action.
For more information about visiting Blue Planet Aquarium, check out our How to Get Here page.
There are lots of things to see at Blue Planet Aquarium. For more information, visit our Exhibits page.
Gear up for a smooth start to your day! Blue Planet Aquarium has its own onsite car park, just a short stroll from the entrance. Parking costs £2.95 per vehicle, no matter how long you stay, and when you buy something in the café, you’ll receive a free hot drink when you show your parking ticket.
Here at Blue Planet Aquarium we pride ourselves on being a great place to visit for all the family and our space is designed with access for everyone in mind.
For full details, head to our Visitor Accessibility
Become a member
Fancy visiting Europe’s largest collection of sharks as many times as you want for a whole year? Try our Annual Membership for unlimited aquatic fun and many perks!
Shark Dive Experiences!
Dive into adventure at Blue Planet Aquarium, a proud PADI Dive Centre where both first-timers and seasoned divers can explore the underwater world with expert guides!
Junior Shark Dives
Dive into adventure with Blue Planet Aquarium's Junior Shark Dive, tailored for young explorers aged 8–15 (minimum height 125cm). Equipped with child-sized scuba gear, junior divers embark on a supervised journey into the reef section of the Ocean Tank.
Adult Shark Dives
Embark on a thrilling underwater adventure with Blue Planet Aquarium's Shark Dive – no prior experience needed! Designed for ages 16 and up, this PADI Discover Scuba Diving session offers a cage-free dive into the Ocean Tank, home to Sand Tiger Sharks, Nurse Sharks, and more.
Conservation
At Blue Planet Aquarium, conservation is at the heart of everything we do. We’re dedicated to protecting marine life and raising awareness about the oceans’ fragile ecosystems through education, research, and sustainable practices. Join us in making a difference and helping to secure a healthier future for our planet’s incredible underwater world.