Aquarium of Cattolica Zoo

Address: Viale Carducci 10/11, 47841 Cattolica RN, Italy

Website: https://www.acquariocattolica.it

Hours: Daily (seasonal) - typically 9:30am-6:30pm in high season; reduced hours in winter (check website)

Admission: Adults €20-€23 (seasonal), reduced and child fares available; check website for current pricing

The Aquarium of Cattolica is a large public aquarium on the Adriatic coast of Italy, in the town of Cattolica, Emilia-Romagna. It showcases a range of marine life and is a major local attraction for families and visitors to the coastline.

Opened to provide public access to marine biodiversity and to support environmental education, the aquarium has developed exhibits and programs aimed at conservation awareness and tourism in the region.

Situated in the coastal town of Cattolica on Italy’s Adriatic seafront, the aquarium is within walking distance of the town’s beaches and tourist infrastructure.

• Regional scale: One of the larger public aquaria on Italy’s Adriatic coast, located in the town of Cattolica and serving as a regional attraction for marine education and tourism.

What to See#

• Exhibition tanks: Multiple exhibition tanks and thematic areas presenting Mediterranean and tropical marine species, plus surface pools for seabirds and marine mammals where present.
• Education and activity areas: Educational and interactive areas designed for school groups and families, including touch or demonstration zones during scheduled programs.

The Aquarium of Cattolica is in Cattolica, Emilia-Romagna, on the Adriatic coast. It is a short walk from the town centre and beachfront; the nearest major rail station is Cattolica-San Giovanni in Marignano, with local buses or a 15-20 minute walk to the aquarium.

• Buy tickets in advance during July-August to avoid long lines.
• Visit in the morning when the touch pools and smaller tanks are quieter for a closer look.
• Combine a visit with a walk along Cattolica's seafront - the aquarium is close to the beach and town amenities.