Aquário da Madeira

Aquário da Madeira is a charming marine attraction located in Porto Moniz, on the northwestern tip of Madeira Island, Portugal. Housed within a striking replica of an 18th-century fort, the aquarium showcases more than 90 endemic and regional species distributed across 12 display tanks, offering visitors an intimate look at Atlantic marine biodiversity. Exhibits feature fish, echinoderms, crustaceans, and molluscs native to Macaronesian waters, providing an educational window into the unique ecosystems of the region. For those seeking a more adventurous experience, the aquarium partners with local dive operators to offer beginner scuba baptism dives that require no prior certification. Open daily, the aquarium is an accessible and engaging destination for families and marine enthusiasts exploring the natural wonders of Madeira.