# Москвариум (Moskvarium)

> Large public aquarium and marine biology center located at VDNKh in Moscow.

Moskvarium is one of Europe's largest oceanography and marine biology centers, home to over 12,000 aquatic animals. Located at Moscow's VDNKh, it features vast public aquarium exhibits, walk-through tunnels, live aquatic shows, and interactive educational programs. It serves as a prime indoor destination for family leisure and cultural activities.

Website: https://moskvarium.ru/

## What it is for

- Plan an indoor family leisure day or cultural visit in Moscow
- View over 12,000 marine animals and fish species in walk-through aquarium tanks
- Attend live marine animal water shows, children's theater performances, and concerts
- Book educational lectures, quests, and guided group tours

## Features

- Extensive aquarium exposition featuring over 12,000 aquatic inhabitants
- Water show arena hosting theatrical marine performances
- Interactive children's theater and multimedia exhibitions
- Knowledge center offering lectures, quests, and guided excursions
- Night concert series ('More Music') hosted by the aquarium tanks
- Online ticketing system with combo tickets and gift certificates

## Pricing

Paid. Admission requires paid entry tickets; pricing varies by exhibition, water show, and ticket bundles.

## Details

- Type: other
- Category: [Lifestyle](https://xiry.app/topics/lifestyle.md)
- Open source: no
- Platforms: Web, other
- For: Families, tourists, and Moscow visitors looking for indoor cultural and leisure activities.
- Alternative to: Moscow Zoo, Crocus City Oceanarium
- Tags: aquarium, moscow, vdnkh, family, marine life, indoor activities

## Why it was saved

- [@nastyakapustina__, 3 November 2023](https://www.instagram.com/reel/CzK-gntNycM/): One of the largest aquariums in Europe, featuring marine life, walkthrough underwater tunnels, and shows.

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Updated 3 October 2026. Page: https://xiry.app/resources/moskvarium-moskvarium

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