Due to renovation work, our only accessible toilet will be out of service from 9th to 15th of November 2026

Opening Hours

Monday: 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday: 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday: 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday: 10 am - 5 pm
Friday: 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday: 10 am - 5 pm
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Experiences

Discover the Stories of the Sea

Meet the seals

Get up close to the seals at the sealarium and experience some of the ocean’s most fascinating animals. Watch them through the large windows and join in when they’re being fed.

Experience feeding the seals

Every day at 11:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.

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Dive into the aquarium

Go exploring beneath the surface of the sea and discover marine life around Denmark. Here you’ll encounter everything from flatfish and shoals of herring to crabs, jellyfish, and sharks.

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Explore the Mysteries of the Sea

Step into a dark and atmospheric world where mermaids, sea monsters, and giant squids emerge from the depths. Here, myths, science, and wild tales of the sea come together.

Special Exhibition

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Fishing boat and lots of fun at Friland

Explore the fishing boats, harbor life, and outdoor play. Here, you can experience the world of fishing, play on the playground, and climb aboard a genuine Esbjerg fishing boat.

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Join us on Denmark's Incredible Fishing Venture

Get up close with Esbjerg’s fishermen and their stories about life with and against the sea. The exhibition tells the story of hard work, strong communities, and a city shaped by fishing.

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Experience Life in the Wadden Sea

Meet the eider ducks and learn more about nature right outside the museum. Here, the focus is on the birds, seals, and teeming life of the Wadden Sea—the very elements that make the area a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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