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One part cinema, one part concert venue, one part chic restaurant and lounge, the Cinéaqua aquarium in Paris offers more than beautiful marine life. Dubbed an aqua-entertainment complex, the Cinéaqua has something for everyone, from fish lovers to film buffs.
Located beneath the Trocadero Gardens as an underground extension of the Palais Chaillot, the Cinéaqua is home to more than 10,000 fish from around the world. The aquarium features more than 40 different tanks with sea creatures from eleven different ecological zones. The largest of the tanks — the largest tank in France, in fact — has more than 3 million liters of water and more than 25 sharks. Visitors can sit in the viewing area in front of the massive tank and watch the sharks glide by, complete with a soothing soundtrack.
For those looking for more traditional entertainment, there are screens throughout the aquarium running animated cartoons, movie trailers and shorts. The aquarium’s three cinemas show aquatic documentaries and full-length feature films daily. At night, the aquarium hosts musicians in the Aqualounge, where illuminated tanks serve as a backdrop for artists like Jennifer Lopez, Maroon 5 and Paulo Nutini.
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There are also plenty of activities and exhibits for children. One highlight is the “petting basin,” where kids are welcome to roll-up their sleeves and touch carp, sturgeon and other colorful fish. After a full day of aquatic entertainment, you can indulge in some delicious sushi and Japanese cuisine at Ozu, the in-house restaurant.
Located in the 16th arrondissement, the Cinéaqua is a great place to take the kids or a date, especially on a chilly fall day. New York Habitat has dozens of apartments nearby in the exclusive neighborhood of Trocadero, making a visit to the aquarium even more convenient. Check out:
- This comfortable and well-furnished 2-Bedroom Vacation Rental in Trocadero, Auteuil - Tour Eiffel (PA-1087), situated between Place Chopin and Boulevard Franklin on a calm residential street. The apartment offers great views and spacious sleeping for up to three couples.
- This elegant 1-Bedroom Vacation Rental in Passy - Auteuil - Tour Eiffel (PA-3767), located near the Eiffel Tower, the splendid Champs de Mars and the Palais de Chaillot.
Have you ever been to the Cinéaqua in Paris? Please share your comments with us!
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October 19th, 2009 at 5:28 pm
cool article.
October 20th, 2009 at 12:02 pm
This is awsome activity to do in Paris specially during winter season… I was not aware that Paris has such a big aquarium in its downtown. The Cinéaqua is definitely something that you can with the entire family.
October 20th, 2009 at 1:20 pm
I love aquariums and this one sounds like it would be pretty cool. I think that it would be really neat to be watching a concert with the animals swimming in the background…all while in Paris!
October 20th, 2009 at 5:02 pm
I love the New York aquarium! Wonder what the one in Paris is like.
October 21st, 2009 at 11:20 am
Cineaqua- Paris is a must see, I’m so into that tank that has all those shark. It’s the most amazing thing to view nature’s scariest fish this close, it’s actually is beautiful!
October 21st, 2009 at 12:02 pm
The aquarium is absolutely wonderful. My 10 year old son did his birthday party over there and loved it. Cinéaqua really makes that day unforgettable for your child. If you have the opportunity do it.
October 21st, 2009 at 12:03 pm
Yes, this would be a really nice place to visit. Are there many accomodations nearby?
October 21st, 2009 at 12:03 pm
I’m not sure about this one.
October 25th, 2009 at 7:28 pm
OH MY GOODNESS, I lived in the greatest little apartment just down the street from the Cinéaqua for six and I never knew it was there. What a shame. Maybe on my next visit… No, DEFINITLY on my next visit.