The aquarium holds approximately 700,000 liters of water across its various tanks.
It includes a specific exhibit dedicated to the native fish species of the Isar, Munich's primary river.
The facility utilizes a state-of-the-art filtration system that processes the entire water volume multiple times per hour.
The main ocean tank features a 10-meter-long acrylic tunnel structure.
The aquarium hosts a breeding program for several species of rays and Mediterranean sharks.
Sea Life Munich is a specialized aquarium located within the Olympiapark grounds, focusing on diverse marine and freshwater ecosystems. The facility features a glass underwater tunnel that offers 360-degree views of sharks, sea turtles, and rays. It houses over 3,000 aquatic animals representing approximately 100 species. Exhibits are curated to showcase the transition from the Isar River’s mountain streams to the depths of the Atlantic and tropical reefs. Interactive touch pools allow visitors to engage with sea stars and other invertebrates under staff supervision. The aquarium emphasizes local Bavarian marine biology alongside global oceanic species.
The glass tunnel, where the curve of the acrylic creates a distortion-free view of swimming sharks.
Check the daily feeding schedule upon arrival to observe staff interactions with sharks and rays.
Visit during midweek to avoid high foot traffic from local school groups.
Combine your visit with a walk through the surrounding Olympiapark for a complete half-day outing.
Do not attempt to touch the animals outside of designated interactive pool sessions.
Flash photography is strictly prohibited near animal enclosures to prevent stressing the aquatic life.
