About this activity
Editor's Note
Look, I've spent a decade watching tour operators chase the highest RevPAR and obsess over lead quality, but sometimes they forget why people actually travel: to be genuinely surprised. Most "combo deals" in this industry are just fluff to fill up occupancy quotas on slow days, let's be honest. However, this Antalya pairing is one of those rare instances where the product actually lives up to the brochure. It’s a bit of a weird mix—sharks and wax celebrities—but in a world of cookie-cutter excursions, this weirdness works. It’s polished enough for the families but has enough "edge" in the reptile section to keep the cynics interested. If you're tired of the same old "boat trip with lukewarm pasta" routine, this is a decent way to spend your Turkish lira without feeling like just another stat in a marketing report.
About the Tour
Antalya isn’t just about the "all-inclusive" beach bubble; it’s home to one of the most ambitious aquatic projects in the Mediterranean. This combo ticket grants you access to two distinct worlds: the Antalya Aquarium and the Face 2 Face Wax Museum.
The Deep Blue Experience The centerpiece is, without a doubt, the world’s longest aquarium sea tunnel. It’s a surreal feeling to walk through a gargantuan tank holding five million liters of water while a shipwreck and a sunken airplane loom overhead like ghosts. This isn't just a collection of fish tanks; it's a thematic journey. You'll move through zones inspired by:
- The Lost City of Atlantis
- Tropical Rainforests
- Vibrant Coral Reefs
As you walk, keep an eye out for the "synchronized swimmers" of the ocean—massive schools of fish moving in perfect unison—and the more solitary residents like sneaky octopuses and moray eels hiding in the crevices. If you time your visit right, you might even catch the dramatic shark-feeding sessions, which are a far cry from your standard petting zoo.
Beyond the Water If you need a break from the "wet" side of things, the Face 2 Face Wax Museum allows you to rub shoulders with world-famous celebrities and historical figures. It’s a bizarrely fun contrast to the marine life, offering plenty of photo ops that will make your Instagram feed look a lot more crowded than it actually is.
Add-Ons and Extras For those who want to push the experience further, there are a few "pay-on-the-day" options that aren't included in the base ticket but are worth the look:
- Snow World & Ice Museum: A literal chill-out spot where real snow is generated by machines—a wild contrast to the Antalya heat.
- XD Cinema: A multi-sensory underwater safari that uses 3D tech to dive deeper than a standard tank allows.
Whether you're there for the goosebump-inducing scorpions and snakes or the serene beauty of the reef, this is a solid break from the sun-drenched norm of the Turkish coast.
Highlights
- See the world's longest aquarium sea tunnel with 5 million liters of water
- Get up close to thousands of exotic marine species from around the world
- Explore the aquarium's unique thematic zones, including the lost city of Atlantis
- Discover the underwater world with a thrilling XD cinema experience
- Visit the Face 2 Face Wax Museum and see lifelike wax figures of celebrities
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable shoes
- Allow several hours for the visit to enjoy all attractions
- Check feeding demonstration times on arrival