Atlantis Aquarium Madrid: Tickets and Info

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Highlights

Discover fascinating marine life like sharks, rays, and turtles.

Engage children with interactive challenges for a chance to win an Atlantis passport.

Experience virtual reality journeys beneath the ocean surface and at the South Pole.

Skip the regular line with this ticket for quicker entry.

Ideal for family visits, combining education and entertainment.

Good to Know Before Visiting Atlantis Aquarium Madrid

The aquarium occupies the first floor of the Xanadú shopping center in Arroyomolinos, with Door 4 marking the entrance closest to the attraction.

Once you leave the aquarium, re-entry isn’t permitted, so plan any breaks for food or shopping before you head out.

Entry can be temporarily suspended once the aquarium reaches capacity, so arriving earlier in the day is worth considering on busy dates.

Visitors under 14 must be accompanied by a responsible adult throughout their visit.

You’ll need to hold onto your ticket for the full visit, as staff may ask to see it at any point.

Glass containers, weapons, skates, scooters and bikes aren’t permitted inside the aquarium.

Food and drink can only be consumed in the center’s designated dining areas, not throughout the exhibits.

A limited number of wheelchairs can be borrowed at the ticket counters, available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Lockers are available for storing belongings during your visit, released with a small refundable coin deposit.

Well-behaved pets and service animals are welcome free of charge as long as they remain leashed and supervised.

Essential Visitor Info

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Atlantis Aquarium Madrid is typically open from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM Monday to Thursday, staying open until 9:00 PM on Fridays and Sundays and until 10:00 PM on Saturdays, with last admission usually around an hour before closing.

Hours can shift slightly with the season or public holidays, so it's worth checking before you travel. Most visitors spend around 1.5 to 2 hours moving through the ten themed zones and trying the interactive elements, with daily educational talks and feeding sessions running throughout the day across different zones.

About Atlantis Aquarium Madrid

Atlantis Aquarium Madrid sits on the first floor of the Xanadú shopping and leisure center in Arroyomolinos, on the southwestern edge of the Madrid area. Inside, more than 10,000 marine animals live across over 6,000 square meters and 2.3 million liters of water, spread through ten themed zones that take visitors from river and mangrove habitats through polar waters, the Mediterranean, tropical reefs and out into the open sea, with extra features like a suspended bridge and a climbing wall built into the route.

Beyond the exhibits, the aquarium positions itself as an educational and conservation-minded space, running talks and feeding sessions throughout the day and partnering with organizations including the IUCN and the Iberian Association of Zoos and Aquariums on wider marine conservation work. Its TEAtlantis programme, developed with Federación Autismo Madrid, adapts the visit for people with autism spectrum disorder, and add-on experiences like an overnight stay beside the shark tank or a virtual-reality shark dive give repeat visitors something new to try beyond a standard walk-through.

Area: Over 6,000 square meters
Water Volume: More than 2,300,000 liters
Marine Animals: Around 10,000
Themed Zones: 10
Typical Opening Hours: 12:00 PM–8:00 PM, later on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays
Suggested Visit Duration: 1.5–2 hours
Guided Tour Duration: 45 minutes
Shark Xperience VR Minimum Age: 10 years
Sleeping Among Sharks Minimum Age: 3 years

Why Visit Atlantis Aquarium Madrid?

Ten zones, one ocean journey

A single visit moves you through ten themed areas, from river and mangrove habitats to polar waters, the Mediterranean, tropical reefs and the open sea, plus feature zones like a suspended bridge and an indoor climbing wall. It's a compact but varied route that suits a slow wander or a focused couple of hours.

Thousands of animals up close

More than 10,000 marine animals share over 2.3 million liters of water across the aquarium's tanks, with species ranging from grey sharks and blacktip reef sharks to sea turtles, rays and seahorses. The scale makes it easy to spend real time at each tank rather than rushing past.

Sleep next to the sharks

The overnight Sleeping Among Sharks programme lets visitors bed down beside the shark tank after a guided night tour, dinner and a torch-lit treasure hunt, waking up for a second look at the tanks before breakfast. It's one of the more memorable ways to experience the aquarium after hours.

Dive in without getting wet

The Shark Xperience virtual reality experience puts visitors in the middle of a shark-filled dive using a VR headset, no swimming required. It's a quick add-on that works well for anyone who wants an extra thrill during their visit.

Built around conservation and access

The aquarium runs its own conservation and education partnerships with organizations including the IUCN and the Iberian Association of Zoos and Aquariums, and its TEAtlantis programme, developed with Federación Autismo Madrid, adapts the visit for people with autism spectrum disorder. It's a venue that treats education and inclusion as part of the experience, not an afterthought.

Atlantis Aquarium Madrid - Additional Info

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Dining options at the Xanadú center include Carl's Jr, a fast-casual option within easy reach of the aquarium for a quick bite before or after your visit. Additional meal options within the wider center are also available for visitors who want more choice.

Because the aquarium doesn't allow re-entry once you leave, it's worth deciding whether you'll eat before, after, or during a break in your visit, since heading out to eat means your aquarium visit for the day is over.

Interesting Facts about Atlantis Aquarium Madrid

The aquarium holds more than 2.3 million liters of water across its exhibits.

It's home to roughly 10,000 marine animals drawn from ecosystems around the world.

The attraction covers more than 6,000 square meters, split across ten themed zones.

Species on display range from grey sharks and blacktip reef sharks to sea turtles, rays and seahorses.

One zone, the Puente Colgante, lets visitors cross a suspended bridge as part of the route.

Another zone houses an indoor climbing wall, the Rocódromo, for visitors who want to do more than look.

The Zona Meteorito area ties conservation themes directly into the exhibit design.

A monthly Animal of the Month programme puts a different species in the spotlight with dedicated workshops on Saturdays.

Overnight guests on the Sleeping Among Sharks programme fall asleep next to the shark tank after a guided night tour and a torch-lit treasure hunt.

The Shark Xperience virtual reality experience simulates a shark dive without visitors getting wet.

A behind-the-scenes guided tour takes small groups into normally off-limits areas, including the quarantine section and the life-support systems that keep the tanks running.

The aquarium partners with the IUCN and the Iberian Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AIZA) on conservation work.

Its TEAtlantis programme, built with Federación Autismo Madrid, adapts the visitor experience for people with autism spectrum disorder.

Well-behaved pets and service animals can join their owners on a visit at no extra charge.

Daily educational talks rotate through different habitats, from jellyfish and rays to sharks and the tropical bay, at set times through the day.

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FAQs about Atlantis Aquarium Madrid

What is Atlantis Aquarium Madrid?

It's a marine aquarium on the first floor of the Xanadú shopping and leisure center in Arroyomolinos, near Madrid, featuring ten themed zones and more than 10,000 marine animals across over 2.3 million liters of water.

Where is Atlantis Aquarium Madrid located?

It's located inside the Xanadú center on Calle Puerto de Navacerrada in Arroyomolinos, on the southwestern edge of the Madrid metropolitan area.

How many animals live at Atlantis Aquarium Madrid?

Around 10,000 marine animals live across the aquarium's exhibits, spanning species from grey sharks and sea turtles to rays and seahorses.

What can you see at Atlantis Aquarium Madrid?

Visitors move through ten themed zones covering river and mangrove habitats, polar waters, the Mediterranean, tropical reefs and the open sea, plus feature areas like a suspended bridge and an indoor climbing wall.

Is Atlantis Aquarium Madrid good for kids?

Yes, the self-guided layout, regular educational talks and hands-on features like the climbing wall and suspended bridge make it a suitable outing for families with children of most ages.

Does Atlantis Aquarium Madrid have conservation programs?

Yes, the aquarium partners with organizations including the IUCN and the Iberian Association of Zoos and Aquariums on marine conservation and education work.

Can you sleep at Atlantis Aquarium Madrid?

Yes, its Sleeping Among Sharks overnight programme lets visitors bed down beside the shark tank after a guided night tour, dinner and a treasure hunt.

What are the opening hours of Atlantis Aquarium Madrid?

It's typically open from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM Monday to Thursday, until 9:00 PM on Fridays and Sundays, and until 10:00 PM on Saturdays, though hours can shift with the season or public holidays.

How do I get to Atlantis Aquarium Madrid?

By car, it's just off the A-5 motorway at exit 22, roughly 20 to 25 minutes from central Madrid; by bus, several direct lines run from Príncipe Pío station, or you can take Metro Line 10 to Cuatro Vientos and connect to bus line 534.

Is Atlantis Aquarium Madrid wheelchair accessible?

Yes, elevators connect both floors, wheelchairs can be borrowed free of charge at the ticket counters, and accessible restrooms are available throughout.

Is there a shop at Atlantis Aquarium Madrid?

Yes, an on-site souvenir shop sells marine-themed clothing, plush toys, sweets, and personalized keepsakes.

Is there somewhere to eat at Atlantis Aquarium Madrid?

Yes, dining options including Carl's Jr are available within the Xanadú center, though re-entry to the aquarium isn't permitted once you leave.

Are pets allowed at Atlantis Aquarium Madrid?

Well-behaved pets and service animals are welcome free of charge, as long as they stay leashed and supervised.

How long does a visit to Atlantis Aquarium Madrid take?

Most visitors spend around 1.5 to 2 hours moving through the exhibits and trying the interactive elements.