Aquário da Madeira is a small aquarium inside Forte de São João Baptista, in Porto Moniz on Madeira’s northwest coast. Its displays include marine life from around Madeira, with shallow-pool exhibits where children can observe and touch sea creatures. The largest tank holds sharks and other fish, and diving in the tank is an option. Allow a short stop: the exhibits take about 10 to 30 minutes to see, so it can fit between other plans in Porto Moniz.
Inside Forte de São João Baptista
The aquarium is housed in Forte de São João Baptista, an old fort in Porto Moniz. The town’s connection with the sea is reflected in its fishing tradition and its natural swimming pools, and the aquarium focuses on Madeira’s marine habitats.
The visit moves from smaller aquariums to a larger central tank. Displays include local marine species, with sharks and other fish in the main tank. Shallow-pool exhibits let children observe and touch sea creatures.
A short visit in Porto Moniz
The aquarium is compact, and most visits take around 10 to 30 minutes. If you are planning a longer stop, diving in the large tank is an option. Tank activities and presentations by some species may also be part of the visit; check what is happening when you arrive.
The aquarium is at R. do Forte de São João Baptista 7A. Parking in the town is limited, so account for that if you are driving.
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Where is Aquário da Madeira?
It is inside Forte de São João Baptista at R. do Forte de São João Baptista 7A, Porto Moniz.
How long does a visit take?
Allow about 10 to 30 minutes to see the exhibits.
Can children touch sea creatures?
Interactive shallow-pool exhibits let children observe and touch sea creatures.
Can you dive in the aquarium?
Diving in the large tank is available as an activity.
