Imagine the excitement on a child’s face as a shark glides silently past just a few metres away.
Sleep with Sharks is a unique overnight experience that invites children to discover some of the ocean’s most fascinating predators up close. Designed especially for children aged 8 to 12, the activity combines learning, exploration and adventure in an unforgettable setting.
The evening includes educational games, exclusive behind-the-scenes visits and the extraordinary opportunity to spend the night beside the Oceanarium, surrounded by marine life. An immersive experience where children learn naturally through curiosity, discovery and fun.
A Unique Encounter with Mediterranean Sharks
Throughout the experience, participants discover how sharks live, behave and reproduce, as well as what happens inside the aquarium once night falls.
The activity encourages curiosity about the marine world while promoting respect for marine animals and their habitats.
Children are accompanied throughout the experience by L’Aquàrium de Barcelona’s environmental educators, ensuring a safe, educational and memorable adventure.
Activity Price
An exclusive overnight experience for children aged 8 to 12.
- 90 € per participant
Members of L’Aquàrium de Barcelona receive a 10% discount.
The price includes:
- Two L’Aquàrium de Barcelona educators
- Dinner and breakfast
- Guided tour
- Exclusive behind-the-scenes visit to the technical area
- Night-time activity: Shark Investigators
- Personal accident and public liability insurance
Small groups of 10 to 15 participants ensure a safe, personalised experience.
Dates and Times
Available on selected Fridays.
7:30 pm – 10:00 am (overnight experience)
Choose your preferred date and reserve your place. Places are limited for every session.
2026–2027 dates
- 16 October
- 13 November
- 18 December
- 15 January
What Should Participants Bring?
To enjoy the activity comfortably, we recommend bringing:
- Sleeping bag
- Pillow
- Pyjamas and slippers
- Toiletries
- A change of clothes for the following day
- Torch for the night-time investigation game
Book the Activity
Reservations Department
Tel. + (34) 93 221 74 74
Email: reserva@aquariumbcn.com
Give the gift of an unforgettable night that many children remember for years. Places are limited, so advance booking is essential.
Cancellation Policy
A minimum of 10 participants is required for the activity to take place. If this minimum number is not reached, L’Aquàrium de Barcelona reserves the right to cancel the activity.
Pricing Information
This activity has a fixed price that is independent of the general admission ticket and cannot be combined with other promotions or discounts, unless otherwise stated.
Frequently Asked Questions
More than just an overnight activity, Sleep with Sharks is an unforgettable way to introduce children to the marine world through discovery, curiosity and first-hand experience.
How do children sleep during the activity?
Participants sleep on sleeping mats in front of the Oceanarium’s spectacular viewing window, with sharks and hundreds of marine animals swimming past throughout the night.
It’s a unique opportunity to observe shark behaviour after the aquarium closes to the public and everything becomes calm and quiet. In the morning, the lights gradually come on and children wake up watching sharks glide past the window—one of the most magical moments of the entire experience.
What makes this experience so special?
The overnight format, guided activities, educational investigation game and close connection with the marine environment create an experience with exceptional educational and emotional value. Children don’t simply learn about sharks—they experience the ocean in a completely different way.
Professional Supervision
Throughout the activity, participants are accompanied by two experienced educators from L’Aquàrium de Barcelona, who lead the activities and ensure a safe, engaging and educational environment at all times.
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