Campsite near La Rochelle aquarium
Located less than an hour from the campsite in La Faute-sur-Mer, the Aquarium de La Rochelle is one of the must-see sites in Charente-Maritime. For a holiday combining sea and discovery, choose a campsite close to the La Rochelle Aquarium like La Siesta, which combines comfort, nature and proximity to the most beautiful tourist sites on the Atlantic coast (Tourist sites).
France’s favourite aquarium!
Every year, the Aquarium de La Rochelle attracts over 800,000 visitors, making it one of the most visited aquariums in Europe. Located in the heart of the city, a stone’s throw from the Old Port, it offers a fascinating immersive journey through 82 tanks, representing the planet’s different marine ecosystems.
With its 3 million liters of seawater and 12,000 species on display, the aquarium transports young and old to the depths of the oceans, from the Atlantic coast to tropical reefs and the Mediterranean Sea.
Meet over 12,000 marine animals
Majestic sharks, hypnotic jellyfish, sea turtles, clownfish and colorful coral… the tour is a sensory adventure. Each room in the aquarium has been carefully designed to reproduce its natural habitat and offer visitors an immersive experience, complemented by an educational area with films, temporary exhibitions and workshops designed to raise public awareness of ocean protection.
Practical information for visiting the La Rochelle Aquarium
The Aquarium de La Rochelle is open every day, all year round, even on public holidays. We strongly recommend booking your ticket online, especially during school vacations.
To get there from our campsite, allow around 50 minutes by car. Parking is available close to the aquarium, as is easy access from the city center.
Take advantage of your stay at La Siesta to explore this jewel of marine biodiversity and enjoy an unforgettable family outing!
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