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I recently visited CRETAQUARIUM in Crete, and I was thoroughly impressed by the diversity of marine life on display. The aquarium offers a captivating journey through underwater ecosystems, showcasing an incredible array of fish species, from colorful tropical fish to majestic sharks and graceful sea turtles. The atmosphere inside the aquarium is wonderfully cozy, with dim lighting that enhances the sense of being submerged in the ocean's depths. The carefully designed exhibits create an immersive experience, allowing visitors to feel like they're exploring the ocean floor. In terms of information, CRETAQUARIUM excels at providing educational content about marine life, conservation efforts, and the importance of protecting our oceans. Overall, my visit to CRETAQUARIUM was a unique and memorable experience. The combination of diverse marine life, cozy ambiance, and informative displays makes it a must-visit attraction for anyone interested in the wonders of the ocean. It's an enchanting journey that leaves you with a deeper appreciation for the beauty and fragility of our marine ecosystems.
Anca BAnca B
10
Dreckig und klein. Fische werden nicht artgerecht gehalten. It's a very small aquarium, just the basics including a bigger tank with big fish and a very small shark. Waste of money, we walked through it in less than 20min and left sad and feeling bad for the fish there. If I'd rated the staff alone it would get 0 stars! Not only because they keep the fish in dirty and small tanks but also because they were very rude. My 2 year old was the only one who had a great time and she expressed her excitement accordingly with giggling and laughing out loud - apparently this was not welcomed, as a woman working there shushed at her and told us to shut her up,... I'd understand it if my daughter was crying out loud but she was literally just happy and excited and expressed it accordingly. Plenty other babies that were there crying and screaming but I guess MY daughters laughter was irritating her. Probably act of racism that surely will be denied, in any case horrible staff, did they want me to taped her mouth shut or make her cry or leave, literally because my daughter was too happy? Honestly, for me as an adult it was pretty boring and sad to watch the fish being kept like that. I have seen a lot better, bigger and more clean aquariums around the world. Save your money and don't go there. I recommend the semi-submarine cruise if you want to see fish in their natural habitat.
D. TiD. Ti
50
Excellent way to spend the mid day burning hours somewhere inside with AC! The aquarium is fairly large, presenting a diverse set of species of fish and other sea creatures, but it lacks in some areas of main attraction (e.g. few turtles, no sharks). The tanks are of all sizes, appropriate for their inhabitants and very well lit for visitors. There are also labels in multiple languages so you can know what you’re looking at. Note: the VR experience is only available for 12 years or older. There is an ample parking lot right next to the property, so don’t be a jerk and park on the street like some of the poorly educated tourists we saw. It’s free and convenient. There is a shop on the premises with all sorts of cool marine life related memorabilia, decent prices. There is also a cantina/bar, but we haven’t tried it. Overall a good place to visit, good experience!
Ioan OrzeticIoan Orzetic
30
CRETAquarium Thalassokosmos is a delightful destination, particularly enjoyable for children. Even my two-year-old daughter had a great time exploring the wide variety of marine life on display. The aquarium features a broad selection of fish, including sharks, colorful and unique species, and beautiful jellyfish. There are also many intriguing and unusual fish to observe, making it a fun and educational experience.The overall experience was very enjoyable. However, the aquarium could benefit from better lighting to improve photo quality, and a wider variety of large fish, as aside from a small shark, this was somewhat lacking.In summary, CRETAquarium provides an entertaining and educational outing for families, with its extensive range of marine life and engaging exhibits. Despite a few areas for improvement, it remains a worthwhile visit.
Ziv GinsbergZiv Ginsberg
10
You'll most likely need a taxi or a hire car to get to this place but it's definitely worth it! Located on an old USAF base this is probably one of the best I've ever been to, and I've been to a number of aquariums around the world. What makes it so good? - well there's a couple of large rooms that have huge floor-to-ceiling tanks that just seem so much more impressive than those clear tunnels that run through a tank with all the associated optical distortion they entail. There's a comprehensive number of smaller exhibits with multiple language explanations on them. The site was very clean and tidy and there were staff scattered around the site constantly cleaning the tanks of hand prints ensuring a clear view of the exhibits. Definitely worth a trip! 🐟🐠🐡🦈
Tim CaddickTim Caddick
10
A great experience, lots of fascinating species of marine life to see up close. Lots of people bypass the smaller tanks and just go to the big ones, make sure you don't do this as some of the smaller tanks have really interesting things too, for example small seahorses and wide eyed flounder (that hides in the sand and you can just see it's eyes peaking out). Take your time and read the information nearby, very interesting. €12 per person for general admission, but less for children, free if you are disabled, or are a student etc etc. There is a free carpark nearby. There was a small queue to get in, but this helped stagger people when you got inside so there wasn't too many people in each area at the same time. There is a nice beach nearby too.
Matt HaywardMatt Hayward
10
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Basic Info
Address
Heraklion 710 03, Greece
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Phone
+30 281 033 7788
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Website
cretaquarium.gr
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4.5
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cultural
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family friendly
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Description
Cretaquarium or Thalassocosmos is a public aquarium located near the town of Gournes in Crete, Greece, 15 km east of the city of Heraklion.
attractions: Dinosauria Park, Gournes Beach, Gouves Animal Shelter, Planet Crete - Πλανητάριο, restaurants: Ταβέρνα ΚΡΗΤΕΣ, Pepper grill & more, Mikri Vouli, Senso cafe bar, Cibus, Find The Taste By The Sea, Cibrus

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