The aquarium utilizes advanced filtration systems to manage the large volume of water required for the shark enclosure.
The facility maintains a specific area dedicated to the river life found in the Saône and Rhône rivers, providing a local ecological context.
The architectural design incorporates a layout intended to mimic the flow of water from inland rivers toward the ocean.
The Aquarium of Lyon houses over 5,000 aquatic animals representing diverse global ecosystems. The facility features a distinctive 1,000,000-liter shark tank as its primary attraction. Visitors navigate through various zones ranging from local river ecosystems to tropical marine environments. Educational displays focus on the conservation of aquatic biodiversity and species biology. The aquarium is designed as an interactive space suitable for families and schools. It maintains several specialized tanks for coral reefs, jellyfish, and piranhas. The site utilizes integrated lighting and soundscapes to simulate natural underwater conditions for the inhabitants.
The glass tunnel area under the large shark tank provides the best vantage point for immersive photography.
Check the website for daily feeding session schedules, as these provide the most active viewing opportunities.
Visit during mid-week to avoid the high volume of family visitors typically present on weekends.
Avoid arriving during peak school holiday periods, as the indoor corridors can become congested.
Closed on January 1st and December 25th.
Maintain a quiet volume and avoid using flash photography to protect the sensitivity of the aquatic species.
