Cité de la Mer de Cherbourg

Aquarium Cherbourg-en-Cotentin, Normandy, France
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What to expect

La Cité de la Mer is a maritime museum and aquarium located in the former Gare Maritime Transatlantique in Cherbourg-en-Cotentin, Normandy. The museum showcases the underwater world and sea exploration, with attractions such as the Abyssal Aquarium, the deepest in Europe, and Le Redoutable, a ballistic missile nuclear submarine that is open to the public. Visitors can explore the submarine and learn about its history, as well as discover the marine life in the aquarium. The museum also features exhibitions on the history of the Titanic, which made its last stop in Cherbourg before sinking. La Cité de la Mer is a great place for families to visit, with interactive exhibits and activities for all ages

Plan your family visit to the Cité de la Mer de Cherbourg with these blog insights 👇

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Weekend in Normandy with the family: the essentials to do

Weekend in Normandy with the family: the essentials to do
This family's experience:

Activities: We saw sharks and other marine animals, explored a submarine, and walked on the seabed using virtual reality

Highlights: The kids loved seeing the sharks and other marine animals in the aquarium. The submarine was very impressive and the virtual reality experience was a lot of fun ✨