The Achill Experience

Spent a lovely hour here partly due to the power cut on the rest of the island. So glad we did as we were given a fantastic tour by Eleanor. Our two girls, 5 and 7 years old, were kept totally enthralled. Thanks!

We visited last Thursday (3 adults). Had a fantastic experience. The staff were really lovely and Kevin was our tour guide for the aquarium, he was just amazing. Had us enthralled and entertained with his knowledge and easy way with people and our questions. Would hugely recommended a visit and we will definitely be back.

Definitely worth a stop. We visited on a thundery day and didn’t know what to expect as the building looks a bit small. We were blown away. Took the tour of the aquarium, all staff we met along the way were so friendly. The tour itself was brilliant. Lovely gift shop with hot drinks available. Great spot for couples or families.

We had a delightful visit to The Achill Experience Aquarium last weekend. My son absolutely loved it. The staff are very warm, friendly and welcoming. Also the guy leading the tour (sorry I can't remember his name) was SO knowledgeable and entertaining. And the gift shop is great too! What this Aquarium lacks in size totally makes up for in atmosphere. A must see for Achill visitors. 5 stars

What a brilliant place. The aquarium is superb with top class explanations for from Kevin. It's all environmentally friendly and reflective of f the local marine environment. We all learned something new which made our day. The history exhibit was also really interesting and it had us discussing what we had seen for the rest of the day. Add in a brilliant gift if shop and this is a must see place on Achill.

Lovely little spot, tours every 30 mins which are hosted by very knowledgeable guides. While waiting for the tour you can read all about the history of the Island. You get an up close and personal explanation on all the fish and things they have. Lastly the gift shop has lots of locally-made gifts.