Entrance ticket to La Cité de la Mer
Do this because
- Dive into the tale of Man’s adventure under the sea
- Board Le Redoubtable, the largest submarine open to the public in the world
- Visit the exhibition dedicated to Titanic and the history of European emigration
What to expect
Take a whole day with your family to come and visit La Cité de la Mer in Cherbourg, a must see when in Normandy! In a full day of sightseeing, you will discover the emotion of these depths trough the various attractions proposed.
As soon as you arrive in the museum's entrance hall, take the time to discover an exhibition of machines, some real, others reconstructed, that have explored the ocean floor and made discoveries, including the wreck of the Titanic.
Continue with the Titanic exhibition dedicated to the majestic streamliner and the history of European immigration. Until spring 2025, discover some artifacts found in the wreck of the Titanic.
You will also be able to listen to the Captain of Le Redoutable telling you about his life on board the largest submarine . Thanks to an audio guided tour, learn all about the first French nuclear submarine built in Cherbourg and launched by G. de Gaulle in 1967.
Then, gaze in awe at the Europe’s deepest and cylindrical aquarium, 11-metre-deep, which displays several types of Polynesian fish. Admire also the most beautiful corals and species as diverse as seahorses, horseshoe crabs, rays, jellyfish, etc. thanks to other aquariums. Make your discovery fun with the presence of educational digital spaces that will please both children and adults!
For the 80th anniversary of D.DAY Landing: Free temporary exhibition "A look on Cherbourg, a harbour of freedom" from June to August 2024. A child-friendly version for the younger ones.
Important to know
- This is not so much an aquarium, more of a museum devoted to nautical/submariner information and so may be most likely to appeal to older children
- To make the most of your visit, it is highly recommended to arrive at La Cité de la Mer in the morning
- Entertainments adapted for both adults and children, no matter the weather
- For reasons of safety, children under five are not allowed to visit Le Redoutable submarine
- Free admission for children under 5 years old
- You can leave the complex, have your lunch, and come back to carry on your tour at leisure
- Free and easy to park
What’s included
Entry to Cité de la Mer
Submarine visit with audioguide available in 6 languages (Italian, English, Spanish, Dutch, German, French)
What’s not included
Guided tour
Cancellation policy
Please note that this experience is non-refundable, even if cancelled in advance.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Provider
LA CITE DE LA MER
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