Aquarium de Vendée A visit adored by children and their parents in Vendée

Opening hours

Closed

  • Monday 10:00 am - 12:30 am 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Tuesday 10:00 am - 12:30 am 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Wednesday 10:00 am - 12:30 am 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Thursday 10:00 am - 12:30 am 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Friday 10:00 am - 12:30 am 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am - 12:30 am 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Sunday 10:00 am - 12:30 am 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm

Opens Tuesday at 10:00 am

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Useful information

Location : In town

Province : South Coast & Poitevin Marshes

Services

  • Disable access
  • Groups
  • Open all year round
  • Parking
  • open 7/7
  • English
    • Aquarium de Vendée, a dive into the wonderful world of the ocean in Vendée

      There is no age limit to marvel at the splendors of nature that unfold before your eyes at the Vendée Aquarium. Open all year round, even on public holidays, it is the ideal place to discover the riches of the seas and oceans with your family. Come to Talmont-Saint-Hilaire, just a few minutes from the beaches, for a day full of emotions.


      Aquarium de Vendée, a visit adored by children and their parents in Vendée

      What a pleasure to wander the aisles, admiring the aquatic ballets of the marine species that evolve before your amazed eyes! Concentrating 5,000 animals of more than 400 species in 2,000,000 liters of sea water, the Aquarium de Vendée opens the doors to a unique and colorful world: that of the seabed. Discover:

      • The tropical universe
      • The Atlantic and Mediterranean universe
      • The Indo-Pacific Universe

      A real exploration of the European coasts up to the coral reef. Lasting 1h30, the visit is an unforgettable moment that leaves a memorable memory for the whole family.


      Vendée Aquarium, educational workshops open to all

      Get your hands dirty or get your hands wet depending on the environment you are in. Throughout the day, passionate carers invite you to feed different species, a special moment that is always appreciated. Take the opportunity to learn about the lifestyle of each animal, their particularity or their diet. They are by your side for about fifteen minutes, ideal for learning all the secrets of your favorite species. Open your eyes wide, the show is only just beginning, and can even be an original birthday present idea for children aged 5 to 12! In a setting of seas and oceans, he and his guests enjoy 2 hours of activity between treasure hunt, feeding, gift giving and snack (the cake is not included in the package). Book your marine experience quickly at the Vendée Aquarium.


      The little extra: groups are also welcome and guided tours can be booked.

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Traveller Reviews Aquarium de Vendée

4 sur 5 7008 reviews

  • amanda devernois

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by amanda devernois on 27/04/2026

  • K Vanessa

    2 sur 5 Reviews posted by K Vanessa on 27/04/2026

    Très cher pour ce que c est. J ai vu de plus beaux aquarium. Il n y a pas beaucoup de variétés de poissons à mon goût, pas de tortues, manchots ou autres animaux un peu plus spectaculaires. De tous petits requins. J ai fait le tour en 40 min à peine ... et beaucoup de monde en plus. Très déçu.

  • Smyone

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Smyone on 27/04/2026

    I loved it

Traveller Reviews Aquarium de Vendée

3.6 sur 5 1069 reviews

  • "Worth a visit on a dull day"

    4 / 5 Reviews posted by Jennifer L (County Wexford, Ireland) on 06/07/2025

    We visited at 4pm on a dull Sunday in July. There were no queues upon arrival - either prepaid or to buy tickets. We really enjoyed it. Lots to see and well laid out. Lots of French visitors which is...

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  • "Very impressed"

    5 / 5 Reviews posted by helenac276 on 20/05/2024

    We were very impressed with this aquarium, much bigger than we expected and plenty to see. The kids loved it! Also a very nice take away outside

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  • "Very absorbing 2-3 hours"

    5 / 5 Reviews posted by Morgan K (Banstead, United Kingdom) on 30/10/2019

    We were not expecting much from the external appearance but once inside we found it a very large space with big tanks and lots to see, lots of variation and lots of information in English. We were...

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Address

Av. de la Mine,
85440 Talmont-Saint-Hilaire

GPS coordinates

46° 27'2.16"N, 1° 41'48.19"W

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