Acquario di Livorno (Livorno Aquarium), Livorno (must see)
The Livorno Aquarium, or Acquario di Livorno, is an aquarium located in the Mascagni Terrace. Exhibits within the aquarium show animals around the world. Patrons can access a panoramic terrace where they can see the sea creatures from above. For a more up close and personal experience, there is a touch pool on the ground floor.
The aquarium features such aquatic species as the zebra shark, green turtle, Napoleon fish, clownfish, moon jellyfish and many more. The aquarium is also home to amphibians, reptiles and insects. Patrons will see chameleons, iguanas, leafcutting ants and even dart frogs.
One of the most spectacular features of the Livorno Aquarium is the Greek-Roman archaeological area. This tank contains a reproduction of a Roman shipwreck. Visitors will watch the authentic reproduction of a shipwreck with creatures from the Mediterranean Sea swimming in and around the ship. Species include great sea bass, rockfish and snappers.
The aquarium is open daily from 10 AM to 6 PM.
The aquarium features such aquatic species as the zebra shark, green turtle, Napoleon fish, clownfish, moon jellyfish and many more. The aquarium is also home to amphibians, reptiles and insects. Patrons will see chameleons, iguanas, leafcutting ants and even dart frogs.
One of the most spectacular features of the Livorno Aquarium is the Greek-Roman archaeological area. This tank contains a reproduction of a Roman shipwreck. Visitors will watch the authentic reproduction of a shipwreck with creatures from the Mediterranean Sea swimming in and around the ship. Species include great sea bass, rockfish and snappers.
The aquarium is open daily from 10 AM to 6 PM.
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Acquario di Livorno (Livorno Aquarium) on Map
Sight Name: Acquario di Livorno (Livorno Aquarium)
Sight Location: Livorno, Italy (See walking tours in Livorno)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Livorno, Italy (See walking tours in Livorno)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Walking Tours in Livorno, Italy
Create Your Own Walk in Livorno
Creating your own self-guided walk in Livorno is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Livorno Introduction Walking Tour
In the early 19th century, Elizabeth Ann Seton, the first person born in the United States to be canonized a saint, had a spiritual epiphany while visiting Livorno. The city has had similar effects on visitors and immigrants. Under Medici rule, people of every ethnicity and calling would come to Livorno to find prosperity and tolerance.
There have been settlements in the Livorno area since... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.1 Km or 1.9 Miles
There have been settlements in the Livorno area since... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.1 Km or 1.9 Miles
Livorno Seafront Walk
When the weather permits and you fancy a walk, whilst in Livorno, taking a stroll along the local seafront is a good idea. The curvy walkway, running along the coast, south of the city, is dotted with numerous points of interest. The first of them, marking the outset of the long stretch of intriguing sights further ahead, is the former Orlando shipyard.
Practically next door to it is the... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.3 Km or 1.4 Miles
Practically next door to it is the... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.3 Km or 1.4 Miles