London Aquarium
One of the largest aquaria in Europe, containing over 1 million litres of water. Learn about all the world's oceans, as well as rainforest, tropical freshwater, seashores and beaches. See a recreation of a coral reef. Details of the daily expert talks can be found on the video screens in the foyer.
The aquarium also operates a conservation and breeding programme run by a team of specialist biologists.
A visit to the three levels of the complex in County Hall takes approximately one and a half hours.
Nearest tube station:
Waterloo (548 yards)
Tel: 020 7967 8000
Web: www.londonaquarium.co.ukTel: 020 7967 8000
Open: Daily 10am-6pm
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News & features about London Aquarium
- London Aquarium bought by London Eye owners (2 May 2008)
- Waterloo Carnival 2007 in pictures (13 Jul 2007)
- Father Christmas visits London Aquarium (11 Dec 2006)
- Pete Waterman creates County Hall media village (28 Sep 2006)
- Underwater Christmas at the Aquarium (15 Dec 2005)
- Robotic fish make London Aquarium debut (10 Oct 2005)
- Mayor launches special offers for public transport users at London Eye (19 Sep 2005)
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- Closer movie features South Bank locations (14 Jan 2005)
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- Saatchi Gallery to open within two months (16 Feb 2003)
- County Hall owners in war memorial row (12 May 2002)
- New boat service at Waterloo Millennium Pier (20 Oct 2001)
- Thames Festival fireworks cancelled (13 Sep 2001)
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