Primorsky Oceanarium: a full guide for visitors
Опубликовано: 12.05.2025 | Обновлено: 27.05.2025
What to see in the Primorsky Oceanarium
The main pavilion of the aquarium consists of nine exposition halls. Each is devoted to a separate topic: from the seas of Russia to tropical ecosystems and deep-sea inhabitants. On the route there are sharks, octopuses, seals, bright clown fish and even rare species of jellyfish.
Of particular interest is the exhibition “Sea of Russia”, which presents the ecosystems of the Barents, Okhotsk, Japanese seas, as well as the Amur river. Here you can see how the life of marine life differs depending on the region.
Do not miss the tunnel with a 360-degree view: stingrays swim overhead, sharks come almost close to the glass. This is one of the most impressive places in the complex.
Dolfinarium, schedule and useful information
One of the brightest parts of the visit is the show in the dolphinarium. Performances are held daily, except Monday, in a separate hall. The show features bottlenose dolphins, beluga whales, walruses and sea lions. Duration - about 40 minutes.
П Dolphinarium tickets are purchased separately and are often sold out in advance, keep this in mind when planning a trip. If you want to see how the feeding of the inhabitants in the Primorsky Oceanarium, we recommend you to read the schedule on the website of the aquarium.
Also, the aquarium hosts master classes for children, lectures, scientific and environmental exhibitions.
How much time to set aside for a visit to the aquarium?
On average - 3-4 hours. During this time, you will have time to go around all the halls, watch the show and have a snack in one of the three cafes on the territory of the complex.
| Tickets: | |
| Work schedule: | From Tuesday to Sunday, from October 01 to April 30 from 9:30 to 20:00; from May 01 to September 30 from 9:00 to 20:00. Ticket offices close at 18:30. |
How to get to the aquarium in Vladivostok
The Primorsky Oceanarium is located on Russky Island, about 23 km from the center of Vladivostok.
You can get there by car, moving across the Russian Bridge towards the FEFU campus, and then by signs. There is parking.
It is worth considering that it is impossible to enter the territory by personal car. You can walk to the aquarium building or take a free shuttle.
Public transport: buses No. 11, 15, 29, 63, 74, 75, 76, 77. It's about 50 minutes. Go to the final - "Maritime Oceanarium".
Taxi or car sharing - a convenient option, especially if you are traveling with children or a large company.
Looking for other ideas for a trip? Look at the section " What to do on our website - there you will find a guide to the sights of Vladivostok and routes for the whole day
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