Also known as the motoro stingray (Potamotrygon motoro) this freshwater ray hails from from South America. Similarly to the vermiculate river stingray, the ocellate river stingray has powerful venom in it’s tail barb and in the wild is feared for this potent defensive adaptation.
Plan your visit
Bristol Aquarium is open every day, including all bank holidays. We’re closed only on Christmas Day.
Bristol Aquarium is open every day, including all bank holidays. We’re closed only on Christmas Day.
Our standard day tickets allow you to come around the aquarium as many times as you please during our opening hours on the day of your visit.
Last entrance into the aquarium is 1 hour before closing.
Opening times vary seasonally so please check here before planning your visit!
Seasonal Opening Times
Jan 5 – February 13
10am – 4pm weekdays 10am – 5pm weekends
Feb 14 – Jul 17
10am – 5pm every day
Jul 18 – Aug 31
10am – 6pm every day
Sep 1 – Nov 1
10am – 5pm every day
Nov 2 – Dec 18
10am – 4pm weekdays 10am-5pm weekends
Dec 19 – Jan 3 2027
10am – 5pm every day (Closed December 25)
We’re easy to find, located in the heart of Bristol city centre on the historic Harbourside.
Bristol Aquarium
Anchor Road
Bristol
BS1 5TT
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As a city centre attraction we do not have our own car park, the closest is Millennium Square Care Park. There are lots of other city centre car parks too if you prefer.
The aquarium is step free with disabled toilet facilities and ramps throughout, suitable for wheelchairs and mobility scooters.
A 1:1 registered carer accompanying a paying disabled visitor, with proof of carer status, is admitted free of charge. Click more info for further details on required proof.
We welcome trained assistance dogs to support the visitor they are with, wearing a working vest, and an ID card.