★4.9
Aquaworld Aquarium
Hersonissos, Greece
4.9 / 22
Aquaworld Aquarium is a hidden gem located in Crete, Greece. This small yet fascinating center is packed with a wide variety of species, including fish, reptiles, turtles, and crabs, creating a truly immersive experience. The owner, John, is a passionate animal lover who rescues and cares for these creatures. His enthusiasm and knowledge shine through as he shares stories about their rescue and the importance of their conservation.
Visitors have the opportunity to hold reptiles and learn about them up close, which is particularly exciting for children. The staff, including John, are friendly, knowledgeable, and always ready to answer any questions, making the visit even more enjoyable.
The entry fee is incredibly reasonable, offering exceptional value for the incredible experience you will have. The tanks are clean and well-maintained, providing a perfect opportunity to capture stunning pictures.
Aquaworld Aquarium also stands out for its commitment to animal welfare. It operates as a rescue center, providing a safe haven for reptiles in need. The dedication and care shown by the team are truly admirable, leaving a lasting impression on visitors.
Although the center is relatively small, it offers a wealth of information, making it ideal for all ages. Whether you are a marine life enthusiast or simply looking for a unique and educational experience, Aquaworld Aquarium is a must-visit. However, due to its popularity, it can get crowded at times, so it is recommended to plan your visit accordingly.
Aquaworld Aquarium is more than just a typical seaside attraction; it is a place where you can witness the wonders of the ocean and learn about the importance of conservation. By supporting this establishment, you contribute to their mission of protecting and caring for these beautiful creatures. So, if you find yourself in Crete, make sure to visit Aquaworld Aquarium and immerse yourself in the captivating world of marine life and reptiles.
| Address: | Filikis Etirias 7, Χερσόνησος |
| Phone: | +30 2897 029125 |
Comment
 | 10.09.23
Great little place with so much packed in. It’s a nice few hours to spend there- so many species of fish and wildlife etc that we wouldn’t get chance .. Read more » |
| 05.09.23
Wonderful place! The owner is so nice to all visitors, he has great stories to share about how he rescue reptiles and his water turtle, who is blind. .. Read more » |
| 19.07.23
A really lovely centre. Lots of amazing animals, some of which we could hold and touch, with friendly and knowledgeable staff. Despite being very smal.. Read more » |
| 24.06.23
Such an amazing experience!
We visited today and it was so fascinating, with such a wide range of species !
It is so lovely to see the animals being s.. Read more » |
| 21.06.23
Cool place to see. Nice fish and reptiles. I was scared, but if you like snakes then you can take a photo and the crew will help you. Fishes are amazi.. Read more » |
| 16.06.23
Went today with my family (10 month, 7years, 15years) and could not fault it. Very informative about the different animals and was able to hold differ.. Read more » |
| 10.05.23
What a great little place to visit. We could hold snakes and reptiles which was an unforgettable experience. Also, the fish there were very interestin.. Read more » |
| 19.10.22
Very enjoyable. Getting up close and personal with the reptiles was a highlight. Great value for money. They clearly care for the animals. Would recom.. Read more » |
| 27.09.22
Tons of different fishes and reptiles! Very beautiful to see different tortoises walk around the place. Good people that work here and generally a gre.. Read more » |
| 21.09.22
Amazing place to visit, not just seaside which can be found around the coastal waters of Crete. The also have reptiles that have been handed over to t.. Read more » |
| 19.09.22
Great place to visit, only small but plenty to see.
You can hold the snakes and lizards. Giant tortoise walking around your feet.
Seeing that a lot of.. Read more » |
| 16.08.22
Although small, this was a fantastic place to visit. The staff were extremely knowledgeable and genuinely cared for the animals! You could interact wi.. Read more » |
| 11.08.22
Nice place for a visit with all family. Everyone can look and touch different types of animals and reptiles. The tickets are not expensive for what yo.. Read more » |
| 28.07.22
Amazing little place with plenty of well looked after species. It's not very big, but is priced accordingly. Animals are all in great health and you c.. Read more » |
 | 30.06.22
Very cool experience!! The cages were a bit small for some of the animals so that was kinda bad. Overall a good selection of fish and reptiles , I re.. Read more » |
| 12.06.22
A fantastic small rescue centre for various fish, reptiles and other wonderful creatures. We had the opportunity to hold one of the snakes and to watc.. Read more » |
| 10.06.22
We had such a wonderful time at Aquaworld, with my underwater and reptile obsessed 3 year old. As others have said, it is a small place, but I actuall.. Read more » |
| 07.06.22
What a brilliant little place! Obviously true conservationists and passionate about the creatures they have. Kids 7 & 10 loved it but so did the adult.. Read more » |
| 06.06.22
Would highly recommend taking a visit. Very reasonable price and for a great cause. All staff very welcoming and helpful, keen to get everyone some gr.. Read more » |
| 24.05.22
We visited the aquarium with a 3 year old and he absolutely loved it! I have to say the adults loved it too. It is not a big place but we still manage.. Read more » |
| 31.10.21
It was awesome. The staff was very friendly and you can hold the animals in your hands. Great experience. Would recommend! Get there before 10 o clock.. Read more » |
| 02.10.21
It’s a small but wonderful place! What it lacks I. Size it makes up in information and accessibility to the animals. You can touch tortoise, snakes an.. Read more » |
| 04.09.21
Small place with fish aquariums and with unique chance to not only see, but also hold and pet reptiles like snakes or iguana. Turtles walks freely amo.. Read more » |
| 04.08.21
Such a lovely place where the sea life and reptiles are so well looked after. Very informative and lots of interesting stories about the reptiles and .. Read more » |
| 24.07.21
Fantastic little centre! Yes, it's quite small, but the people that work there put their heartz and souls into caring for animals and make it an unfor.. Read more » |
| 23.07.21
Really nice place for everyone who loves nature. All employees are enjoying work and they are taking care about animals a lot. You can touch also liza.. Read more » |
| 16.07.21
Small, but really nice place with awesome people.
1. Saw that you rescue animals and taking care of them. That's really nice.
2. Smart talk and conver.. Read more » |
| 23.06.21
It's not very big but well worth seeing! They have some pretty neat aquariums but my favorite are definitely the reptiles. The staff is super friendly.. Read more » |
| 16.06.21
Definitely worth the visit, nice opportunity to interact with reptiles, fish, and other interesting critters. Funds go to helping support the rescue. .. Read more » |
| 14.06.21
Just awesome! Fun for children and adults alike. The staff is very friendly and the animals... once you hold one, you want to take it home. Probably t.. Read more » |
| 22.05.21
Animals are kept really nicely and are surrounded by loving people... Staff is excellent, they answer every question and know everyone's story... You .. Read more » |
| 20.05.21
Great experience. Good to see place where people helping animals, not just a other commercial zoo. We came around 11 am so we could observe all eating.. Read more » |
| 12.10.20
Such a lovely place where the sea life and reptiles are so well looked after. Very informative and lots of interesting stories about the reptiles and .. Read more » |
| 26.09.20
It was an amazing experience and I will never thank them enough for the opportunity to see some of the animals up close. The place is small but beauti.. Read more » |
| 18.09.20
Amazing place to go and spend an hour or two! The staff are really friendly and knowledgeable about all of the wonderful creatures they have! We spent.. Read more » |
| 14.09.20
The staff and animals are really fun! We were coming just for our kids, but the guys in the reptile petting area were like a stand up comedy routine .. Read more » |
| 14.09.20
Very nice place ;) |
 | 12.09.20
Too small. You can see it all in 15mins |
| 12.09.20
magic place and so nice people :) |
| 11.09.20
This place is amazing and so are the people that work there. They are so passionate about the reptile and they share stories about how they were rescu.. Read more » |
| 09.09.20
Bear in mind that due to the space and size of the aquarium and current regulations, you may have to queue. We did, but it was fine as we were in the .. Read more » |
| 02.09.20
Such a lovely place where the sea life and reptiles are so well looked after. Very informative and lots of interesting stories about the reptiles and .. Read more » |
| 31.08.20
Friendly place to learn about, walk among and hold reptiles. |
| 29.08.20
Saw the centre advertised on the internet. We went along and had a great experience. Handling snakes and a bearded dragon and feeding a snap neck turt.. Read more » |
| 28.08.20
If you want to hold snake & reptile or help them help the reptile.. |
| 10.08.20
Such a lovely place to visit! Friendly staff and adorable animals, from sea life to tortoises to snakes to lizards. Such a wonderful place to go and s.. Read more » |