Marine Life Bray
Overview
Marine Life Bray is an aquarium on Bray’s seafront in County Wicklow, offering an opportunity to discover aquatic wildlife during a family day out. Its exhibits feature blacktip sharks, cownose rays and colourful clownfish, alongside freshwater species including sturgeon, piranhas and axolotls. Explore the displays to discover the variety of animals living in coastal waters, tropical seas and freshwater habitats. Official website.
The aquarium also supports local conservation. Its lobster hatchery project works with inshore fishermen to raise young lobsters before releasing them into suitable coastal habitats, helping strengthen the local population. Conservation project.
Situated on Strand Road, Marine Life Bray can be combined with a walk along the promenade. Visitors can reach Bray by DART, commuter train or bus, with street parking and a nearby car park available. Children’s parties and group visits can be arranged directly with the aquarium. Getting there; group bookings.
Admission and booking
- Adult: €16.50
- Child, ages 2–12: €11.50
- Family, two adults and two children: €49.50
- Student, ages 12+, ID required: €14.00
- Senior: €14.00
- Accessible & Carer, one visitor and one carer: €16.50
These are the aquarium’s advertised admission prices. Purchase tickets at least one hour ahead to guarantee a time slot. Book tickets on the official website. Check the booking page for current availability and any additional fees.
Before your visit
Open daily, 10am–6pm, with last entry at 5:15pm.
As checked on 11 October 2026, the reptile area is temporarily closed for redevelopment. No reopening date is stated; check with the aquarium before visiting.
Contact Marine Life Bray directly to confirm detailed accessibility arrangements or admission for children under two.
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