Sight in Porto Moniz

Madeira Aquarium (Aquário da Madeira), Porto Moniz

Small aquarium of native Atlantic species in a replica fort by the Porto Moniz pools; daily 10:00–18:00, children 5–14 €4. A rainy-day stop on the north coast.

Address
Rua Forte S. João Batista, 9270-096 Porto Moniz
Hours
Daily 10:00–18:00 (council page)
Price level
€

Great with kids

Children 5–14 €4 (council page).

The notes

What the sources say (research)

  • More than 90 native species in 12 tanks, inside a replica 18th-century fort; open daily 10:00–18:00. [portomoniz.pt, 9 Oct 2026]
  • Prices on the council page, labels as printed: ‘Bilhete Único Aquário’ €8, ‘Bilhete normal’ €7, group (5+) €5, junior 5–14 €4, senior 65+ €4. The page doesn’t explain the difference between the €8 and €7 tickets. [portomoniz.pt, 9 Oct 2026]
  • Tel. +351 291 850 340. The old domain aquariodamadeira.com no longer resolves. [portomoniz.pt]

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