Poema del Mar Aquarium – Skip-the-Line Visit
Enjoy one of the world’s premier aquarium experiences and avoid the lengthy queues at the ticket office.
The privileged location of the Poema del Mar in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, very close to the cruise pier, Las Canteras Beach and the Parque Santa Catalina bus station will allow you to get there easily from anywhere on the island (see the location tab).
Experience the awe-inspiring diversity of the world’s marine life during your visit to Poema del Mar. Immerse yourself in an expansive enclosure spanning over 12,000 square metres, where you’ll encounter an extraordinary array of species from across the globe, housed within more than 35 unique ecosystems.
At its most prominent attraction, the DEEP SEA pool, you’ll discover the largest curved window in the world, measuring over 7 metres in height and spanning 36 metres in length. Here, you can encounter over 350 fish species and 8 diverse types of sharks, each varying in size.
Another standout feature of Poema del Mar is the reef, a curvilinear pool standing over 10 metres high. Housing 400,000 litres of water, it is home to smaller species. Thanks to the facility’s design, visitors can observe these creatures from various angles and heights, enhancing the immersive experience.
Immerse yourself amidst the marine world as you explore aquariums teeming with sharks and other aquatic creatures.
In some of the smaller tanks, you can enter inside to enjoy a 360-degree view of the fish.
In addition to seeing river and sea fish, during your visit you will find other species such as crocodiles, amphibians, turtles, jellyfish and crustaceans.
During your visit, you will also see different environments, scenarios, galleries and fish tanks.
In each aquarium, you will find a card in the form of a poster or on a touch screen where you can consult information about the fish that occupy it. You can also download the Poema del Mar app once you come to get an interactive guide, in Spanish, English or German, with information about the aquarium next to you.
The tour of Poema del Mar typically lasts around 3 hours with no extended breaks. Should you wish to enjoy breakfast or lunch, you can do so at reasonable prices in the bar-restaurant, all while observing the fish in a large tank.
Moreover, Poema del Mar annually broadens its array of species, whether through the introduction of new fish tanks depicting diverse ecosystems or by incorporating additional species into existing aquariums.
In summary, Poema del Mar offers a distinctive experience to marvel at hundreds of fish species, whether alone or accompanied by friends, partners, or family.
FAQs
How far in advance do I have to book, what is the booking process, and what voucher do I need to present?
We recommend booking at least one day in advance. Upon booking, you’ll receive a provisional voucher via email as proof of your purchase. We’ll send you the final voucher within 3 hours, which you’ll need to present at Poema del Mar.
How long is the voucher valid for?
The booking voucher remains valid for 1 month from the date of booking. This allows you to visit any day within the 30-day period following your booking date.”
How do I get here?
Poema del Mar is located at Avenida de los Consignatarios s/n
If you find yourself in Las Palmas de G.C. and are quite a distance from Poema del Mar, you have a couple of options. You can opt for a taxi ride or catch a bus to Parque Santa Catalina, from where it’s just a 5-minute stroll to the Aquarium.
If you are arriving by bus from the south of the island, you can head to the bus station at Parque Santa Catalina and then walk over to the Aquarium.
For those coming by car, parking is available at Centro Comercial el Muelle (with the first 3 hours free) or in the car park near Poema del Mar.
And if you’ve booked the Hop-on Hop-off bus, there’s a stop just a stone’s throw away from the aquarium.”
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