The aquarium is situated in a building that previously served as a customs house and a fire station.
The facility was established in 1989 by the local diving club and boat association.
Unlike larger commercial aquariums, this site focuses exclusively on the biodiversity of the Oslofjord.
It maintains a 'touch pool' where visitors can interact with common local marine species like starfish and crabs.
The aquarium acts as a partner in regional environmental monitoring programs for the fjord.
Drøbak Akvarium is Norway's smallest aquarium, located in the historic coastal town of Drøbak. It specializes in local marine life found in the Oslofjord, featuring cold-water species rather than tropical varieties. The facility is operated by the Drøbak Boat Association and serves as a center for local biological education. Visitors can view a diverse array of fish, crustaceans, and other marine organisms in tanks that replicate the Oslofjord's natural ecosystem. It is housed in a building that reflects the traditional architecture of the Drøbak harbor area. The aquarium acts as a small-scale research and observation site for the surrounding marine environment.
The large central tank featuring the diverse collection of fjord-native fish.
Combine your visit with a walk along the Drøbak harbor to see the historic wooden houses.
Visit during the feeding time, which is usually announced at the entrance, to see the local species active.
Check the official website for local marine event days, which sometimes include guided snorkeling tours.
Do not expect massive shark tanks or large tropical marine displays; this is a specialized local-ecosystem facility.
Open daily throughout the summer season; may have reduced or weekend-only operations during the winter months.
Maintain a quiet volume near the tanks to avoid stressing the local cold-water fish species.
