The Milan aquarium is one of the oldest and largest of its kind in Italy. Thirty-six enormous pools are filled with more than 100 different species of fish, living in recreated environments ranging from the Amazon to the Mediterranean.
The thematic focus of the pools in the aquarium is weighted towards native Italian fish-life, both marine and freshwater. There is still room for exotic sea life from Africa, Asia and Latin-America though, and the Amazon freshwater pool contains some ferocious piranhas.
At the end of the exhibition there is a huge terrarium, where if you look carefully you can see many species of shy, well-camouflaged amphibians hiding in the undergrowth.
Throughout the year there are events for the whole family, including drawing contests, children's shows and guided tours, as well as all kinds of courses for different interest groups, ranging from the amateur sailor to the scholar.
The aquarium's library is one of the most important resources for marine biology and oceanic studies in Italy and provides ample access to the public.
Tourist Office
Milan Tourist Information Office
Piazza Duomo 19/a (basement)
Phone: +39 02 7740 4343 (in UK +44 (0) 20 7408 1254)
Fax: +39 02 725 24 350
E-mail: , iat.info@provincia.milano.it
