May Half Term at Bristol Aquarium: Mermaids & Monsters
Dive into a magical family adventure this May Half Term at Bristol Aquarium with Mermaids & Monsters.
Become an official Monster Hunter as you journey through the aquarium discovering some of the strangest, smartest and most surprising creatures of the deep. From animals with venomous barbs to creatures with three hearts, you’ll uncover fascinating facts and collect discoveries in your very own Monster Hunter Log Book.
Along the way, families can also enjoy an unforgettable meeting with a real-life mermaid!
Meet a Mermaid!
Our resident mermaid, Treasure of the Sea, will be waiting to welcome guests inside her Coral Grotto near the Shark Wall, in our rear foyer.
Kids can meet her, pose for magical photos and hear stories from beneath the waves!
Mermaid appearance times daily:
- 10:00am – 12:30pm
- 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Other Half Term Activities
Monster Hunter Log Book Trail
Grab your activity sheet when you arrive to track down the aquarium’s most monstrous residents and discover their amazing powers as you traverse our seven bio-zones!
Mini Monsters Tour – 11:00am
Join our guided family tour through the Edge of Rainforest zone and discover the weird, wonderful and gruesome survival secrets of some of nature’s smallest monsters.
Rockpool Talk & Feed – 4:00pm
Learn about life in the rockpool, discover beachcombing tips and get hands-on with fascinating artefacts including shells, cuttlefish bone, lobster claws and more.
Plus enjoy our daily animal talks and feeds throughout the aquarium.
Book online now for a magical May Half Term day out in Bristol.
See it all!
Members get access to all of our events throughout the year as well as free entry to specific evening events such as Valentines, Halloween and Sunset Seas!
Plus benefits for our café, gift shop, birthday parties and more for the price of less than 3 visits!
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!
We’re easy to find, located in the heart of Bristol city centre on the historic Harbourside.
Bristol Aquarium
Anchor Road
Bristol
BS1 5TT
Online tickets are valid for one day within 6 months of the date of purchase, tickets can also still be bought on the door.
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.