Private car transfer to Tropical Aquarium of Porte Doree in Paris

History and visit the Aquarium Tropical de la Porte Doree in Paris

Located in the 12th arrondissement, the Aquarium Tropical de la Porte Doree is probably one of the main attractions of the Palace of the Golden Gate. With its 80-year history, it has never ceased to amaze young and old alike with its 300 species of tropical aquatic animals and its cultural and educational activities. It remained for the French capital, the unique construction of this kind until 2006. The aquarium is located specifically in the Lyon-Bercy. It is possible to get there by subway down to the Golden Gate or tram line with T3a or PC2 bus 46. If you are interested in a private shuttle tour of the Aquarium Tropical de la Porte Doree in Paris, contact our team without delay. We provide our customers with three categories of vehicles for all types of transfer. It can be visited from Tuesday to Sunday from 10 am to 17: 30 pm, except on weekends, which have an extension up to 19 h. The only day where the aquarium is closed on December 25, January 1 and May 1. Access to the aquarium is generally paying a few exceptions such as between other children less than 4 years, teachers, journalists or people with disabilities and disabled veterans. It is allowed to take pictures provided to turn off the flash.

Aquarium Tropical de la Porte Doree was created in 1931 to mark the interactional Colonial Exhibition held in the same year. It is located in the Palace of the Golden Gate, which was built for the occasion. The aquarium was designed to show the marine biodiversity in the world. The goal was to inspire visitors to learn more about the colonies and wealth of fauna and flora. The aquarium was an integral part of what was then the Colonial Museum. A few years later, the museum was renamed Museum of France’s overseas territories. At that time, many governors have participated in the project, including providing new species. If this tropical aquarium still exists today, is that it owes its salvation to the many visitors it receives each year. Indeed, when the Museum of France overseas as the new guardian had the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, the great discussions about it took place. It was such issue is whether or not to keep the palace. The last major renovation took place in 1985 to make it more standards regarding the safety of visitors and the survival of the species it supports. During this renovation, the challenge was to keep the authenticity of the place because the entire palace is listed as a national heritage. New development should also allow new activities.

Aquarium Tropical de la Porte Doree offers many activities. For fish that are listed there in five categories, including primitive fish, cichlids, marine invertebrates, the Characidae and electric fish. One can also observe the breeding and nutrition. Most species found there from Asia, Africa and South America. We also find sea turtles and alligators and crocodiles false. The latter is recognized as one of the most beautiful in Europe. Besides the thematic tours or with race games for children or for adults, there are also tours for teachers. There are also temporary exhibitions.