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National Marine Aquarium

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Road Directions

The National Marine Aquarium is located in the Coxside area of Plymouth.
Follow the brown and white fish signs, which can be found on all entry roads into the city. The recommended route is the A38 to Marsh Mills (Sainsbury's) then along the A374 Embankment Road. The route for the Aquarium and Barbican Car Park (main parking for the Aquarium) is signposted from here.

Public Transport Directions

From the city centre, catch Citybus 25 to the Mayflower Steps.

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