Cretaquarium — Aquarium in Hersonissos Municipality
Cretaquarium and its collection
Cretaquarium, opened in 2005, is an aquarium in Γούβες, Greece.
Conceived by staff of what was formerly the Institute of Marine Biology of Crete, it is a creation of the Hellenic Centre for Marine Research. It is presented as a park combining research, teaching, culture and leisure in order to spread knowledge of the sea, and stands east of Heraklion.
Things to do
Things to do include Virtual Reality experience and Behind the Scenes.
Images of Cretaquarium
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Ζωή Αντερριώτη, CC-BY-4.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Ζωή Αντερριώτη, CC-BY-4.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Tomisti, CC-BY-SA-4.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Tomisti, CC-BY-SA-4.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Tomisti, CC-BY-SA-4.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Tomisti, CC-BY-SA-4.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Tomisti, CC-BY-SA-4.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Tomisti, CC-BY-SA-4.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Tomisti, CC-BY-SA-4.0, via Wikimedia Commons 
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Tomisti, CC-BY-SA-4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Opening hours
| Season | Days | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Apr – 31 Oct | Every day | 09:30 | 19:00 |
| 1 Nov – 31 Mar | Every day | 09:30 | 16:00 |
Hours can change on public holidays. Check with the venue before travelling.
CRETAquarium remains open 365 days a year 7 days a week, even during festive periods and holidays.
Admission
| Ticket Type | Price |
|---|---|
| General Entrance Fee Summer (1/4 – 31/10) | 15.00 EUR |
| Winter (1/11 – 31/03) | 12.00 EUR |
| Children 5-17 years old | 8.00 EUR |
| Seniors - Adults over 65 years old | 8.00 EUR |
| Students | 8.00 EUR |
Facilities
- Behind-the-scenes tour
- Immersive media attraction
Exhibitions & events
No upcoming events
No temporary exhibitions or scheduled public events are published for Cretaquarium at this time.
Location & map
GouvesΓούβες
Greece
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Frequently asked questions
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Nearby zoos and aquariums
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