MARINE AQUARIUM REGIONAL CENTRE

It is one of the key tourist attractions in Digha, boasting of the biggest inbuilt aquarium in Asia. The aquarium features three types of creatures like local and curious species, species of conservative significance, as well as freshwater species. The aquarium has 24 huge marine tanks and 8 freshwater tanks. 

The place is known for its research activities, as well as it is equipped with high-end filtration and seawater circulation system. The major attractions of the aquarium are lobsters, butterfly fish, sea anemones, sharks, sea snakes, rays, and horseshoe crabs. 

Location:  State Highway 57, Gadadharpur, Digha, Purba Midnapore, West Bengal 721428

Price: There is no entrance fee for visiting the Marine Aquarium & Regional Centre.

Timing: The museum opens for the tourists from 9.30 am and closes at 6.00 pm from Monday to Saturday. 

Best time to visit: The ideal time to visit here is 10 am to 4.00 pm. The most popular time to visit this museum and regional centre is from 2 pm to 3 pm. You will take approximately two hours to take a complete tour of the place.