Place to explore / Forest Hill
Horniman Aquarium
Discover coral reefs, jellyfish, frogs and fish from aquatic habitats around the world.
- Price
- Adult £6.50; child 3–16 £3.50; under 3 free
- Where
- 100 London Road, Forest Hill, London SE23 3PQ
About this outing
Fifteen exhibits take families from a British pond to Fijian coral reefs, flooded mangrove roots and a live coral display. Watch clownfish and anemones, jellyfish and reef fish, and learn about the Horniman’s Project Coral research. The Aquarium is in the Museum basement, open 10:30–17:30 with last entry 16:45; closed 24–26 December.
Planning your visit
- Book a ticket for every person, including free visitors. Tickets are single-entry.
- On 23 October the operator reported Gardens closed for adverse weather, with Museum entry only from London Road and both nearby bus stops closed after burst water mains. Check its live travel and weather alerts before setting off.
Plan your visit
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Guides & inspiration
Forest Hill with children: museum discoveries, nature play, stories and swimming
Plan a Forest Hill family outing with the Horniman’s museum, nature playground and ticketed attractions, plus library songs and stories and swimming on Dartmouth Road.