Starting December 4, 2023
THE ORIGIN IS BLUE
This year we want to share with you a traditional Christmas at the aquarium. And it is time to value what surrounds you, connect with what is essential and spend time with family or friends. That's why this year we want you to discover that “The origin is blue” with us.
From December 4, 2023 to January 7, 2024, share with us a Christmas under the sea, where the true Christmas spirit is the conservation of the sea.
From December 4, 2023 to January 7, 2024, share with us a Christmas under the sea, where the true Christmas spirit is the conservation of the sea.
THE OCEAN HOUSE
During your visit to the aquarium you can enter “The House of the Ocean”, a space that will take you to the bottom of the sea at Christmas and where you can do different activities (see the schedule of activities below)
The ocean house can be visited at the following times:
Monday to Friday from 12:00 to 14:00 and from 15:00 to 17:00
Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 to 14:00 and from 15:00 to 18:00
To consider:
*December 24 and 31, January 5: from 12:00 to 14:00
*It will remain closed on December 25, January 1 and 6.
*Free access with your admission to the aquarium.
The ocean house can be visited at the following times:
Monday to Friday from 12:00 to 14:00 and from 15:00 to 17:00
Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 to 14:00 and from 15:00 to 18:00
To consider:
*December 24 and 31, January 5: from 12:00 to 14:00
*It will remain closed on December 25, January 1 and 6.
*Free access with your admission to the aquarium.
The Grinch of the Sea
Next to the ocean house, a refuge where all animals are safe, is "The sea grinch house", built with all the dangers that threaten marine life.
Take your photo at the photocall! Among all of you who participate we will raffle annual passes to the aquarium.
Take your photo at the photocall! Among all of you who participate we will raffle annual passes to the aquarium.
Solidarity Christmas
Don't leave without your postcard
This Christmas, collaborate with us so that more families feel their origin, their Christmas. Buy our solidarity postcard at the aquarium box office. All money raised will be donated to the Red Cross "Childhood and Youth" campaign.
Underwater Christmas nativity scene
This year we debuted a nativity scene under the sea. The pieces, which are going to be installed in the Mangrove tank, represent a mystery with marine overtones. The methacrylate figures will coexist with hundreds of tropical fish this Christmas.
Your letter to the Three Wise Men of the sea
From December 23, 2023 to January 4, 2024
OUR ACTIVITIES FOR THIS CHRISTMAS
All activities are free with admission to the aquarium. Some have limited capacity. Don't miss them!
December 23
CAMPANILLEROS CHOIR CONCERT
In the Global Omnium Auditorium
A group of about 20 people will delight the public with their Christmas carols and typical Christmas instruments. There will be three sessions:
- First pass: from 11:00 a.m. to 11:20 a.m.
- Second pass: from 11:50 a.m. to 12:10 p.m.
- Third pass: from 12:40 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
*It is necessary to purchase the "Special Christmas Ticket" for December 23rd. to be able to attend one of the concert screenings./ Tickets only available in our online sales (not at the box office)
VISIT SANTA CLAUS
From 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in "The House of the Ocean" (aquarium hall)
We will receive a visit from a very marine Santa Claus to congratulate us on the holidays.
December 26
PUPPET SHOW: LET'S ALL GO TO THE PORTAL
At 11:30 a.m., 12:00 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. in the Oceanarium (main tank)
A duo of puppeteers will make the audience laugh by telling adventures with their puppets and transmitting values with a very Christmassy plot.
December 27
THE ROYAL SAILOR POSTMAN
From 11:30 a.m. at 1:00 p.m. in "The House of the Ocean" (aquarium hall)
We will receive a visit from the Royal Sailor Postman to collect your letters and give you advice to take care of the sea.
In addition, you can participate in the activity "This ball deserves a wave": the most endangered animals need to solve their problems to survive in the ocean and thus have a happy Christmas. In this activity you will be able to learn up close what species they are, what their main threats are, in addition to filling your tree with solutions and hopes to save the sea.
December 28
MAGIC SHOW
From 12:00h. At 12:45 p.m. on the aquarium tour
A surprising show with different magical effects to enjoy the magic under the sea.
December 29
TALES OF THE SEA: CHRISTMAS OCEANS
At 12:45 p.m. and at 1:30 p.m. (upon registration)
In "The House of the Ocean" (aquarium hall)
Enjoy a storytelling session. Don't miss such incredible stories like "The Grinch of the Ocean" or "Magic Seaweed for Christmas."
*Reserve your place here or check at the box office on the day of your visit if there are any free places.
- Places for the storyteller at 12:45h..
- Places for the story telling at 1:30 p.m..
January 2
MAGIC SHOW
From 12:00h. to 12:45 p.m. on the aquarium tour
A surprising show with different magical effects to enjoy the magic under the sea.
January 3
WORKSHOP "THE GRINCH OF THE SEA BELIEVES IN CHRISTMAS AGAIN"
From 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
In "The House of the Ocean" (aquarium hall)
Solve this quiz game to defeat the Grinch of the Sea and restore tranquility to the animals of the ocean.
TALES OF THE SEA: CHRISTMAS OCEANS
At 12:45 p.m. and at 1:30 p.m. (upon registration)
In "The House of the Ocean" (aquarium hall)
Enjoy a storytelling session. Don't miss such incredible stories like "The Grinch of the Ocean" or "Magic Seaweed for Christmas."
*Reserve your place here or check at the box office on the day of your visit if there are any free places.
- Places for the story telling at 12:45h..
- Places for the story telling at 1:30 p.m..
January 4
THE ROYAL SAILOR POSTMAN
From 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
In "The House of the Ocean" (aquarium hall)
We will receive a visit from the Royal Sailor Postman to collect your letters and give you advice on taking care of the sea.
In addition, you can participate in the activity "This ball deserves a wave": the most endangered animals need to solve their problems to survive in the ocean and thus have a happy Christmas. In this activity you will be able to learn up close what species they are, what their main threats are, in addition to filling your tree with solutions and hopes to save the sea.
Download the calendar of activities here December 23
CAMPANILLEROS CHOIR CONCERT
In the Global Omnium Auditorium
A group of about 20 people will delight the public with their Christmas carols and typical Christmas instruments. There will be three sessions:
- First pass: from 11:00 a.m. to 11:20 a.m.
- Second pass: from 11:50 a.m. to 12:10 p.m.
- Third pass: from 12:40 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
*It is necessary to purchase the "Special Christmas Ticket" for December 23rd. to be able to attend one of the concert screenings./ Tickets only available in our online sales (not at the box office)
VISIT SANTA CLAUS
From 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in "The House of the Ocean" (aquarium hall)
We will receive a visit from a very marine Santa Claus to congratulate us on the holidays.
December 26
PUPPET SHOW: LET'S ALL GO TO THE PORTAL
At 11:30 a.m., 12:00 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. in the Oceanarium (main tank)
A duo of puppeteers will make the audience laugh by telling adventures with their puppets and transmitting values with a very Christmassy plot.
December 27
THE ROYAL SAILOR POSTMAN
From 11:30 a.m. at 1:00 p.m. in "The House of the Ocean" (aquarium hall)
We will receive a visit from the Royal Sailor Postman to collect your letters and give you advice to take care of the sea.
In addition, you can participate in the activity "This ball deserves a wave": the most endangered animals need to solve their problems to survive in the ocean and thus have a happy Christmas. In this activity you will be able to learn up close what species they are, what their main threats are, in addition to filling your tree with solutions and hopes to save the sea.
December 28
MAGIC SHOW
From 12:00h. At 12:45 p.m. on the aquarium tour
A surprising show with different magical effects to enjoy the magic under the sea.
December 29
TALES OF THE SEA: CHRISTMAS OCEANS
At 12:45 p.m. and at 1:30 p.m. (upon registration)
In "The House of the Ocean" (aquarium hall)
Enjoy a storytelling session. Don't miss such incredible stories like "The Grinch of the Ocean" or "Magic Seaweed for Christmas."
*Reserve your place here or check at the box office on the day of your visit if there are any free places.
- Places for the storyteller at 12:45h..
- Places for the story telling at 1:30 p.m..
January 2
MAGIC SHOW
From 12:00h. to 12:45 p.m. on the aquarium tour
A surprising show with different magical effects to enjoy the magic under the sea.
January 3
WORKSHOP "THE GRINCH OF THE SEA BELIEVES IN CHRISTMAS AGAIN"
From 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
In "The House of the Ocean" (aquarium hall)
Solve this quiz game to defeat the Grinch of the Sea and restore tranquility to the animals of the ocean.
TALES OF THE SEA: CHRISTMAS OCEANS
At 12:45 p.m. and at 1:30 p.m. (upon registration)
In "The House of the Ocean" (aquarium hall)
Enjoy a storytelling session. Don't miss such incredible stories like "The Grinch of the Ocean" or "Magic Seaweed for Christmas."
*Reserve your place here or check at the box office on the day of your visit if there are any free places.
- Places for the story telling at 12:45h..
- Places for the story telling at 1:30 p.m..
January 4
THE ROYAL SAILOR POSTMAN
From 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
In "The House of the Ocean" (aquarium hall)
We will receive a visit from the Royal Sailor Postman to collect your letters and give you advice on taking care of the sea.
In addition, you can participate in the activity "This ball deserves a wave": the most endangered animals need to solve their problems to survive in the ocean and thus have a happy Christmas. In this activity you will be able to learn up close what species they are, what their main threats are, in addition to filling your tree with solutions and hopes to save the sea.
Other things you can do this Christmas at the aquarium
SHARK FEEDING
Every Monday and Friday* at 1:30 p.m. in the main view of Oceanario
*Except December 25, January 1 and 5
Come see firsthand how the sharks and the rest of the species housed in the deepest aquarium on the Iberian Peninsula feed.
Free activity with admission to the aquarium (No prior reservation necessary)
TURTLE COURSE FOR CHILDREN. MY FRIENDS THE SEA TURTLES
January 2, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The time has finally come for the little ones and not so little ones to become researchers of the most famous animals in the ocean.
Check all the information on the turtle course for children here Every Monday and Friday* at 1:30 p.m. in the main view of Oceanario
*Except December 25, January 1 and 5
Come see firsthand how the sharks and the rest of the species housed in the deepest aquarium on the Iberian Peninsula feed.
Free activity with admission to the aquarium (No prior reservation necessary)
TURTLE COURSE FOR CHILDREN. MY FRIENDS THE SEA TURTLES
January 2, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The time has finally come for the little ones and not so little ones to become researchers of the most famous animals in the ocean.
Special hours
December 24 and 31, January 5: from 10:00 to 16:00
December 25, January 1 and 6: from 12:00 to 18:00
December 24 and 31, January 5: from 10:00 to 16:00
December 25, January 1 and 6: from 12:00 to 18:00