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The ticket for the Cattolica Aquarium includes five different itineraries: the 3 blue, green and yellow itineraries, and the two exhibitions, ‘The World of Dinosaurs’ (outdoor) and ‘Giant Insects XXL Edition’ (indoor). 
The management reserves the right to change conditions, days and opening hours during the season.

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Low season - open from 10:00 to 18:30
Ticket office opening hours: from 10:00 to 16:30.

Opening hours and last admission to the itineraries
BLUE entrance - Open from 10:00 to 18:30 - Last admission at 17:00
GREEN Entrance: Open 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. - Last admission at 6:00 p.m.
YELLOW Entrance: Open 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. - Last admission at 6:00 p.m.

Giant Insects XXL Edition exhibition: Open 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. - Last admission at 6:00 p.m.
The World of Dinosaurs exhibition: Open 10:30–18:30 - Last admission at 6:00 p.m. (April-September).


High Season - summer opening (1 July - 30 August) 10:00 - 19:30
Ticket office open from 10:00 to 17:30

Opening hours and last admission to the itineraries
BLUE entrance: Open 10:00–19:30 - Last admission at 6:00 p.m.
GREEN entrance: Open 10:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m. - Last admission at 7:00 p.m.
YELLOW entrance: Open 10:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m. - Last admission at 7:00 p.m.

Giant Insects XXL Edition exhibition: Open 10:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m. - Last admission at 7:00 p.m.
The World of Dinosaurs exhibition: Open 10:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m. - Last admission at 7:00 p.m. (April-September)


Special evening opening of the BLU Itinerary: 8.00 pm – 11.00 pm
every Tuesday evening from 30 June to 25 August 

Ticket office opening hours: 8.00 pm to 9.30 pm.

Opening times and last admission to the BLU Itinerary  
Open 20:00–23:00 – Last admission at 21:30 






Opening days for the Cattolica Aquarium in the 2026 season:
daily from 2 April to 13 September (except 14, 21 and 28 April, and 5, 12, 19 and 26 May) 
18–19–20 and 25–26–27 September 
weekends in October, 31 October and 1 November 
Sundays in November 
from 5 to 8 December, 13 and 20 December and from 26 December to 6 January 2027 

Special evening opening hours for the BLU Itinerary only:
every Tuesday evening from 30 June to 25 August 2026, from 8 pm to 11 pm. 
 




How to reach us

How to reach us

Cattolica Aquarium:

square of Nations 1 / A
47841 Cattolica (RN)
tel. 0541 8371
fax 0541 831350

BY TRAIN :
Cattolica railway station then bus n ° 125 stop n ° 71 "Cattolica Aquarium"
For information on bus timetables: tel. 0541/300811 - 0541/300533
For information on train timetables:
www.trenitalia.com

BY CAR :
A14 motorway, exit at Cattolica
The park is about 4 km from the motorway exit, and is located on the Cattolica seafront, on the border with Portoverde di Misano Adriatico. NB To search on the navigator, type via Francia.

BY BUS (urban service):
from Rimini line n ° 11 to Riccione (P.le Curiel).
From Riccione (P.le Curiel) line n ° 125 to Cattolica (stop n ° 71 "Acquario di Cattolica")
For information on bus timetables: tel. 0541/300811 - 0541/300533
www.tramservizi.it

PARKING LOTS
The car and camper parkings (parking and overnight campers guarded and equipped with electricity / water / drainage) of the Cattolica Aquarium are entrusted to the Cooperative La Brianza. For any information on rates, timetables and services, contact the number 333/3444174 directly or contact us on facebook at the Sosta Camper Cattolica page.

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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
In this section you will find answers to frequently asked questions about:
Ticket Office, Opening Hours & Calendar, Animals, Services, Visits for Families with Children, Accessibility (Strollers and Prams), Discounts-Agreements-Hotels

TICKET OFFICE
1. How much does a ticket to the Cattolica Aquarium cost?
2. What does the ticket include?

3. Are there activities that require reservations?
4. How long does the visit last?
5. Can I leave and return on the same day with the same ticket?
6. How long is the Cattolica Aquarium ticket valid for?

7. Can I pay by credit card or debit card?
8. What do I need to do to return to the Park on a second day of my choosing?

HOURS & CALENDAR
9. When is the Cattolica Aquarium open?

10. Do the routes have the same opening hours as the ticket office?
11. Can you visit the Aquarium when it rains?
12. How do I get to the Cattolica Aquarium?


ANIMALS
13. Are there dolphins?
14. Can dogs and other animals be brought into the Park?
15. Can you touch the animals in the Aquarium?
16. Can you swim with sharks?
17. Is it possible to photograph or film the animals?

18. Are there animals on the Purple Trail?

SERVICES
19. Where are the toilets located? Are there disabled toilets ?
20. Do you have a lost property office?
21. Do you have luggage storage?
22. Can tobacco and refills be purchased inside the park?
23. Can we use the outdoor green areas?


REFRESHMENT POINTS
24. Are there refreshment points?
25. Can I bring a packed lunch?

26. Are products available for celiacs?

PARKING
27. Are there parking spaces for cars and campers?


FAMILY VISIT WITH CHILDREN
28. Can you visit the Aquarium with a stroller?
29. Are there changing tables?
30. Can baby food and bottles be heated?

DISABLED PEOPLE
31. Are the routes accessible to people with disabilities?
32. Are there discounted rates for guests with disabilities, invalidity, or under Law 104?

DISCOUNTS, AGREEMENTS, SUBSCRIPTIONS, HOTELS
33. Are there discounted tickets available?
34. Do you have agreements with membership cards and loyalty cards?
35. Can I get a membership to the Cattolica Aquarium?
36. Are there any hotels that have agreements with the Cattolica Aquarium?


TICKET OFFICE
1.How much does a ticket to the Cattolica Aquarium cost?
To find out the rates, click HERE
Entrance is always free for children under one metre tall and for disabled people who are not self-sufficient (Law 104)

2. What does the ticket include?
The entrance ticket includes a visit to the trails ( Blue, Yellow, Green, Purple ) and the Dinosaur World (this remains closed from October until reopening in spring).
Does not include: food, shopping, parking.

3. Are there activities that require reservations?
Extraordinary Meetings are active during high season. For more information, click HERE.

4. How long does the visit last?
The visit lasts between 2 and 4 hours.

5. Can I leave and return on the same day with the same ticket?
Yes, you can leave and re-enter: ask the staff on duty for assistance, so you don't have to pay the entrance fee again.

6. How long is the Cattolica Aquarium ticket valid for?
The Cattolica Aquarium ticket is valid for one day and is non-refundable once validated (art. 74 DPR 633/72).
It must be kept for the entire visit and shown in case of tax inspection.
The unvalidated ticket, however, is valid for all opening days on the calendar.

7. Can I pay by credit card or debit card?
Yes, the ticket office, souvenir shops, and refreshment points accept payments by debit card or credit card.

8. What do I need to do to return to the park on a second day of my choosing?
For just €5.00, you can return to the park on a second day of your choice during the season, upon purchasing an entrance ticket.
The ticket is personal, so when you return for the visit you will have to show the ticket along with an identity document.
It must be purchased at the ticket office by 4.30pm in low season or 5.30pm in high season.

HOURS & CALENDAR
9.When is the Cattolica Aquarium open?
For times and calendar, click HERE

10.Do the routes have the same opening hours as the ticket office?
Blue Route: opens at the same time as the ticket office, closes 30 minutes after the ticket office closes.
Yellow, Green, Purple Route: open 30 minutes after the ticket office opens and close 1 hour after the ticket office closes.

11. Can you visit the Aquarium when it rains?
Yes, the four routes (Blue, Green, Yellow, and Purple) are indoors. The only outdoor travel is when transferring from one route to another. In case of inclement weather, the Aquarium is very busy and queues may form outside.

12.How do I get to the Cattolica Aquarium?
For directions to the Cattolica Aquarium by car, train, or bus, click HERE.

ANIMALS
13.Are there dolphins?
The Aquarium does NOT house dolphins or cetaceans.
 
14. Can dogs and other animals be brought into the Park?
Yes, only dogs and small animals are allowed, and only if held in your arms, in a carrier, or in a bag.
Guide dogs for the blind are an exception.

15. Can you touch the animals in the Aquarium?
No, the only contact allowed with the Aquarium animals is with the stingrays in the touch tank.

16.Can you swim with sharks?
No, it is not possible to dive into the shark tank ( they wouldn't like it, and…neither will you).

17. Is it possible to photograph or film the animals?
Yes, you can take photos and videos, but for animal protection, the use of flash is prohibited.
If you tag @acquariodicattolica_ On #instagram we will share the most curious photos and stories

18.Are there animals on the Purple Trail?
No, the Viola trail hosts educational and informative exhibitions and does not contain live animals.

SERVICES
19. Where are the toilets located? Are there disabled toilets ?
The three-way services accessible from the outside are located in the Viola pavilion (ground floor).
There are separate toilet facilities for men, women and disabled people inside each Blue, Green and Purple pavilion.

20.Do you have a lost property office?
Yes, for lost or found items, please contact the park information office or call us at 0541 8371.

21.Do you have luggage storage?
We have 16 lockers available for storing backpacks or small luggage.
The service has a security deposit of €5.00.

22. Can tobacco and refills be purchased inside the park?
No, the Aquarium does not have tobacco shops, cell phone top-ups, or newspapers.

23. Can we use the outdoor green areas?
Yes, the 49,000 m2 outdoor green area can be used like a public park.

REFRESHMENT POINTS
24.Are there refreshment points?
Yes, at the end of the Blue Trail, the #Colonia34 snack bar. It offers coffee, drinks, first courses, piadinas, toasted sandwiches, and packaged ice cream.
Outside the park: Pesce Azzurro restaurant. Offers: self-service with a fixed menu of locally sourced fish. Restaurant info: 0541 831919.

25. Can I bring a packed lunch?
Yes, in the outdoor green area there are two gazebos and several tables at your disposal.

26.Are products available for celiacs?
No, gluten-free foods are not available at the #Colonia34 snack bar.

PARKING
27.Is there parking for cars and campers?
Yes, there are car and camper parking areas adjacent to the park, managed externally by the "La Brianza" Cooperative.
Infoline: 333-3444174.

FAMILY VISIT WITH CHILDREN
28. Can I visit the Aquarium with a stroller?
Yes, but please note that there are flights of stairs on the Blue and Purple routes: we recommend that parents use backpacks or baby carriers.
Strollers can be left at the entrance to the Blue and Purple routes (unattended storage).

29.Are there changing tables?
Yes, in the toilet anterooms there are changing tables, accessible to both mum and dad,

30.Can baby food and bottles be heated?
No, HACCP regulations do not allow us to handle food brought in from outside.

DISABLED PEOPLE
31. Are the routes accessible to people with disabilities?
Yes, the Aquarium guarantees a full visit to the 3 live animal trails ( Blue, Yellow, and Green) for people with disabilities.
The Blue route is accessible despite the presence of stairs: one of our staff will be available to accompany you through an alternative access. The Yellow and Green routes are accessible independently for wheelchair users.

Access to the educational exhibition on the Viola route (average visit time 15 minutes) is not wheelchair accessible due to architectural barriers (flights of stairs).

32. Discounted rates are available for guests with disabilities, invalidity and law 104
Children with Law 104
- free admission for the child; reduced admission (€19) for an accompanying adult

Guests with 100% disability:
· Admission is free upon presentation of suitable certification (see below for which ones are accepted).
· The accompanying person is always entitled to a reduced ticket.
· Any other members of the group purchase tickets at the regular rate.
If you wish to enter the park multiple times, you can request a season ticket for €5.00, which can be purchased exclusively at the ticket offices upon presentation of the required certification. Alternatively, you can request a free ticket for each entry, again upon presentation of the required certification.

Guests with a disability of 75% to 99%:
· A discounted ticket is available, which can be purchased at the park ticket office upon presentation of a certificate (see below which is accepted)
· The accompanying person is not entitled to any reduction.

Season passes for companions:
· There are no discounts on season tickets for accompanying persons.

Accepted Certifications:
You must present one of the following valid documents to receive free admission:
· INPS/ASL certification (indicating the percentage of disability).
· Disability Card: entitles you to reduced-price admission. If the card bears an "A," admission is free; otherwise, the reduced rate applies.
· The European Disabled Parking Permit (the blue card) is not accepted.

DISCOUNTS, AGREEMENTS, SUBSCRIPTIONS, HOTELS
33. Are there discounted tickets available?
Yes, by purchasing your ticket online at least the day before your visit, you will receive discounted rates.
For online ticketing, click HERE

34. Do you have agreements with membership cards and loyalty cards?
Yes, to find out which cards the Aquarium is affiliated with, click HERE

35. Can I get a membership to the Cattolica Aquarium?
Yes, you can find all the details HERE

36. Are there any hotels that have agreements with the Cattolica Aquarium?
Yes, to have the list of Hotels that collaborate with the Aquarium, click HERE

 

 


 

WEB FAQ

It might be helpful to know that

DO YOU WANT TO BUY THE TICKET ON LINE?
IT MAY BE USEFUL TO KNOW THAT ...
  • the name of the person who made the purchase is printed on all tickets purchased online. Of course they are valid for relatives, friends etc.
  • it is not possible to buy tickets ONLINE by bank transfer, Diners or American Express
  • it is also sufficient to present the pdf of the ticket purchased on your mobile phone or tablet, directly at the entrance
  • to print the tickets you must first save them
  • the combination ticket allows entry to the parks on different dates
  • even the combination ticket allows the purchase of the ticket for the return on a second day in the parks where the promotion is foreseen
  • fixed date ticket fares are dynamic and can change every 24 hours
  • the combined ticket fare is discounted for the full fare, without prejudice to free admission for children under one meter in height
  • the web rate is a discounted / promotional rate, therefore it cannot be combined with promotions and discounts that include admission accompanied by a full ticket

Online conditions

Regulation

The general conditions described below regulate the relationships between Costa Edutainment (hereinafter referred to as Costa), the company providing the online ticketing service, and the users of this service.

Code of good practices

With the aim of guaranteeing everyone the opportunity to enjoy the best experience of visiting our facilities, we have adopted the following good practices:
  • You are important to us: this is why we offer you our online platform for purchasing tickets, customer support and a comprehensive information section.
  • Our online payment systems are safe and certified.
  • We take your needs into consideration when planning your visit.
  • We listen to the opinions of our visitors and show their reviews.
  • We guarantee you an updated and easy-to-use website, where you will find the best access prices to the Cattolica Aquarium
Art. 1 – OBJECT OF THE SERVICE
The service provided by Costa has as its object the provision of information relating to entrances to the Cattolica Aquarium as well as the possibility for users to book and purchase entrance tickets to the Cattolica Aquarium. This service is provided through the website http://www.acquariodicattolica.it

Art. 2 – HOW TO RESERVE AND PURCHASE TICKETS
To book and purchase tickets, you must complete the online form prepared by Costa in all its mandatory parts. We kindly ask you to read the provisions to protect your privacy. Ticket availability is subject to change until the transaction is successfully completed. The purchase of tickets is completed by completing the form and making the payment. You can purchase multiple tickets with a single transaction.

Art. 3 – TICKET PAYMENT METHODS
Payment can be made by VISA, Master Card, Postepay and Paypal credit card following the provisions illustrated in the procedures described online.

Art. 4 – METHOD OF ACQUIRING TICKETS
At the end of the payment by credit card, an order confirmation email will be sent with the "Order confirmation with ticket attached" attached, valid for access to the Cattolica Aquarium.

Art. 5 – PRICES AND VALIDITY OF TICKETS
The prices and validity of Acquario di Cattolica tickets are specified during the purchase procedure. The ticket sales system of the Cattolica Aquarium uses a platform whose peculiarity consists in making the access prices to the structure dynamic.

This means that the prices presented during the purchase procedure undergo a change in face value, at the sole discretion of Costa, according to some variables: high/low season period, entry time slot, climatic conditions by way of example and not exhaustively.

OPEN tickets “are valid for the season in which the ticket was purchased” and will have a unique and defined value. They will not undergo price variations based on the variables defined above, except for periodic variations in the price list.

Art. 6 – MODIFICATION OR CANCELLATION OF TICKET AND REQUEST FOR REFUND
The FIXED DATE online ticket is not refundable in any way. The date can be changed by joining the SAVE THE FUN promotion. Find out on https://www.acquariodicattolica.it/biglietti/save-the-fun

The OPEN ticket like the FIXED DATE is non-refundable.

Art. 7 – RESPECT FOR THE DATE OF ENTRY TO THE CATTOLICA AQUARIUM
The date chosen for the visit to the Cattolica Aquarium must be respected. It will therefore not be possible to access the Cattolica Aquarium on a date other than that indicated on the ticket itself unless you join the Save The Fun operation; https://www.acquariodicattolica.it/biglietti/save-the-fun Cattolica Aquarium can be visited within the validity of the ticket.

Art. 8 - APPLICABLE LAW, JURISDICTION OF BELONGING AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION
These terms and conditions, as well as the provision of our services, are governed and interpreted in accordance with Italian law. Notwithstanding what has been said regarding jurisdiction, a natural person who uses any of our services for a use that can be considered outside his professional activity (hereinafter also referred to as "consumer") may invoke the laws in force in the country in which where he has his habitual residence. Any dispute arising from these general terms and conditions and our services must be exclusively submitted to the competent courts of Riccione. Notwithstanding the jurisdiction clause above, a consumer can also bring a complaint in a court of the country in which he is domiciled, while a complaint against a consumer can only be brought before the courts of the country in which he is domiciled. For consumers in the European Economic Area: If you have any complaints, we recommend that you first contact our Customer Service. If the matter is not resolved, you can send your complaint via the European Commission's platform for online dispute resolution, which you can find at this address: http://ec.europa.eu/odr .

The original English text of these Terms and Conditions may have been translated into other languages. The translated version is unofficial and for purely illustrative purposes, therefore it has no legal value. In the event of disputes or inconsistencies or discrepancies between the English text and the translations into other languages of these Terms and Conditions, the English text will prevail and will be the final version. The English text is available on our Platform (by selecting the English language) or will be sent upon written request.

Shopping

Great souvenirs

Cattolica Aquarium has four Gift Shops to allow visitors to buy souvenirs to remind them of their unique experience. An ample variety of items are available in our themed shops, with lots of new articles as well to fully satisfy the preferences and expectations of all customers.

The range includes educational items, articles for school and the home, official Cattolica Aquarium clothing, accessories and soft toys featuring sharks and other species on display.

External Areas

green spaces

Cattolica Aquarium’s ample green spaces, which can be used freely as a public park of over 4.9 hectares, provide the following amenities: leisure areas, adjacent beach, restaurant, bar, themed gift shops, play areas, children’s entertainment, shows, displays and cultural, conference and sport events.

Visit Cattolica

Known as the Queen of the Adriatic, Cattolica is an attractive and elegant holiday resort on the Riviera Romagnola, offering a host of attractions for visitors and tourists in both summer and winter.

Guests who choose a Cattolica holiday by the seaside know they’ll find beaches with full variety of facilities and a safe and clean sea that year after year is awarded the Blue Flag. Cattolica provides many opportunities for sports – water sports, beach sports and in fitness centres, or at one of the town’s two golf courses, but with many spaces also dedicated to motorsports.

Cycling fans will probably already have tried one of Cattolica’s bike hotels, with specialized services and suggestions for routes to be followed by bike only. Fine food and wine gourmets will find an endless variety of delicious specialities offered by this area with its wealth of culinary and oenological traditions, served in the town’s many restaurants.

For children and adults alike, a holiday in Cattolica also means visiting the spectacular theme parks of the Riviera Romagnola, a concentrated blend of fun and entertainment for all ages and all tastes, with an exciting and extremely varied range of attractions.

From absolute fun by day and night to absolute relaxation at Cattolica’s splendid wellness centres, by the sea or in country greenery, the perfect choice for restful holiday breaks. Cattolica also offers various cultural itineraries, discovering the many nearby countryside towns and villages of a territory rich in historical heritage, folk traditions and artistic treasures from the past.

Stretching from spring to autumn, Cattolica presents a season of great events bringing many visitors to the town every year, reaching a peak during the Pink Night celebrations for summer’s longest night, when the whole town and coast features an extravagant sequence of shows, concerts, open-air parties and other attractions right through till dawn.

And there’s lots more… www.cattolicawelcome.it/en takes you on a voyage of discovery to a world of themed holidays, to get to know Cattolica and its surroundings even better.

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Contact us

Booking Office
Monday to Friday
mornings from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
afternoons from 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm
booking@acquariodicattolica.it
tel. +39 0541 837.1 (Reception)
fax +39 0541 831350

 
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