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Aquarium of Genoa Ticket and Whale Watching Cruise

4.3 out of 5 stars
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Aquarium of Genoa Ticket and Whale Watching Cruise
4.3 out of 5 stars
4.3
157 reviews
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The Aquarium of Genoa hosts the most extensive range of aquatic biodiversity in Europe. Sail on the sea mammals’ routes in the Pelagos Sanctuary and have a marvellous full immersion into the dolphins’ world.

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Free cancellation
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Live tour guide
Italian, English

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Highlights

  • See the most extensive range of aquatic biodiversity in Europe
  • Depart from Genoa, from the pier next to the Aquarium, for a 4-hour boat trip
  • Have an educational and fun experience

Full description

The exhibition gallery at the Aquarium of Genoa consists of over 70 exhibits and about 12,000 specimen of 600 species, from all the seas of the world. From the rarest species such as manatees – marine mammals that may be at the origin of the legend of mermaids – to the most famous ones such as dolphins, penguins, and sharks – the great predators of the sea; but also jellyfish, seals, and multi-coloured tropical fish species.

For the whale-whatching excursion, sail via the sea mammals’ routes in the Pelagos Sanctuary. The boat excursion departs from Genoa, from the pier next to the Aquarium, and lasts 4 hours as you try to see the sea mammals in their natural habitat.

Guiding the public through this unique experience will be a marine biologist who, during the excursion, unveils to the participants all the secrets of how to spot the animals, and illustrating the correct behavioural conduct for the observation of the Cetaceans without disturbing them. This educational and fun experience is at the same time suitable for both adults and children who are curious lovers of adventure and nature. Do not forget to bring your camera and sunglasses. The experience is available from March to November.

Includes

  • Entrance ticket to Acquario di Genova
  • Ticket to the whale-watching excursion (half day)
  • Become a donor and support the marine research and safeguard activities promoted by the charity Aquarium of Genoa Foundation. Select donation option when booking

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What to bring

  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat

Know before you go

  • The timeslot chosen during booking is relative to the Whale Watching ticket
  • Entrance to the Aquarium of Genoa must be reserved separately after booking
  • Your ticket is valid only on the date selected
  • Whale-watching tours are subject to suitable sea conditions; the Company and/or the Captain reserve the right to cancel or delay departures due to conditions beyond their control for any other reason they deem important. In case of cancelation, the whale tour portion will be refunded or you could book an alternative departure day or tour
  • The excursion lasts some 4 hours from when the boat heads out towards the watery horizon. Please reach your embarkation point at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure
  • If there is no sighting of whales or other cetaceans during your cruise, your ticket is valid for another cruise. Please keep it and make a new booking
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4.3 /5
4.3 out of 5 stars

based on 157 reviews

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  • Transportation
    4.5/5
  • Value for money
    4.2/5

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Teresa – ItalyJune 30, 2025 – Verified booking
Attivita 5/5 speravo di vedere di piu avrei gradito piu silenzio per sentire le spiegazioni molto interessanti.
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GetYourGuide traveler – FranceJune 30, 2025 – Verified booking
l'investissement de l'équipage à trouver des dauphins et un investissement pour la recherche des baleines en vain... Pour être au top, il faudrait un traducteur Français
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