Acquario di Livorno

Overlooking the Tuscan coast, with a terrace overlooking the Etruscan Coast, next to the famous Terrazza Mascagni, symbol of the city, there is the wonderful Aquarium of Livorno, one of the most important locations of the Tuscan Observatory for Biodiversity.

The structure, dedicated to the famous biologist Diacinto Cestoni, who in the 17th century conducted some of the first research with a scientific method on the inhabitants of the seas, hosts an incredible variety of marine creatures: turtles, seahorses, zebra sharks, napoleon fish, etc...But not only that: in addition to the marine environments, the Livorno Aquarium presents a section entirely dedicated to the world of insects, amphibians and reptiles.

Recognized as a Scientific Institute in 2012, the Aquarium of the most important city in the Tuscan archipelago is divided into two floors: the first is made up of exhibition, tactile tanks and tunnels; the second floor is the space dedicated to the world of reptiles and insects and, finally, the panoramic terrace, overlooking the Livorno seafront.

In addition to being one of the most renowned aquariums on the peninsula, the Aquarium is an important recovery and rehabilitation center for sea turtles, hosting several rather rare specimens. This detail fits perfectly into the purpose for which the Livorno structure was created, that is to informand raise awarenessof everyone, from adults to children, on the topic of marine sustainability, and therefore on management and conservation of species and their habitats.

Theentry ticketto the Aquarium includes several other offers: first of all, participation in fun and entertainment activities, designed for children. strong>small visitors; in relation to this, the structure is known for its vocation to edutainment, a form of teaching that passes through play and the involvement of children and young people in activities specifically designed for them; finally, included in the entrance fee, on alternate dates, the public will be able to enjoy various meetings and moments of in-depth study that deal with the life of the seas and its inhabitants.

In short, among the wonderful creatures it hosts and the countless activities it offers, theAquariumof Livornorepresents an unmissable destination if you are passing through the wonderful city of Mascagniand Modigliani. We are waiting for you at Terrazza Mascagni,1!