Matlock Bath Aquarium and arcade

Matlock Bath Aquarium and Arcade is a charming multi-attraction venue housed in a historic Victorian building in Matlock Bath, Derbyshire, England, at the gateway to the Peak District. The aquarium features over fifty species of freshwater and marine fish, alongside a celebrated thermal pool displaying an impressive collection of carp. Under a single affordable admission price, visitors also enjoy one of Europe's largest hologram displays, a natural petrifying well, gemstone and fossil exhibits, and a collection of distorting mirrors as well as a nostalgic local history exhibition. Children aged four and under enter free, no advance booking is required, and the bundled attraction format offers excellent value for families. Situated amid the scenic limestone gorge of Matlock Bath, the venue makes for a fascinating and varied family day out in the heart of the Peak District.