At the North Sea Oceanarium, you can enjoy safe, secure and unforgettable experiences in an exciting universe with 10,000 m² indoor area, 6,000 m² outdoor area and 75 aquariums housing over 7,000 fish and marine animals.

You can visit the touch pool where you can get close to a starfish or maybe even touch a crab - if you dare! The Oceanarium, with its impressive 4.6 million litres of seawater, is home to thousands of schooling fish, majestic sharks, elegant rays and many other fascinating sea creatures.

Big Ocean Window is Scandinavia's largest interactive screen where you can get up close to the giants of the sea. In the whale researcher cabin you can explore the work of the whale researcher and see the skeletons of some of the North Sea's impressive whales.

If you need a break, visit the cinema where exciting films about fish and fishing take you on an educational journey under the sea.

Outdoors you can experience the large facility where the seals are fed daily at 12.00 and 16.00. Throughout the day there will also be various activities around the exhibition. They will be announced over the loudspeakers about 10 minutes before the start, so keep an eye out for the many options.

There's a playground for the little ones, and if you get hungry, you can enjoy tasty, seasonal fish dishes at the on-site eateries. Everything is freshly caught, healthy and sustainable. If you prefer to bring your own packed lunch, that's welcome too.

Souvenirs and memories
The "Pakhuset" shop offers a wealth of exciting souvenirs, gift items and books. Here you can find everything from fun gifts to personalised memories of your visit.

The lumpfish in the Oceanarium
Over the years, the North Sea Oceanarium has often had lumpfish among its fascinating residents, although there may be periods without them. The sunfish are either brought in from Danish waters - typically in the autumn with the help of Danish fishermen - or shipped from Southern Europe as small juveniles and transported safely to Hirtshals.