New Zealand Marine Studies Centre

Kia Ora

Our Aquarium showcases marine life from Southern New Zealand waters and is a window on marine research at the University of Otago.

We are open to the public seven days a week, and offer marine education programmes, guided tours and special events.

"Our mission is to foster understanding and appreciation of New Zealand's unique marine environment and responsibility towards its conservation."

What's New

17 December 2011 - 6 February 2012

Be a treasure hunter this summer. Discover a wealth of precious marine life at the Aquarium!

Seaweek 2012

3 - 11 March 2012

Explore your connections with the ocean during Seaweek. Join a tour or a beach walk.

Sid & Sally DVD

Available October 2011

The marine discoveries of the popular duo, Sid and Sally, are now available on DVD

September 2011

A programme on little penguins has been introduced for Nelson, Marlborough and Tasman schools

February 2011

New Zealand Rocky Shore Guides and new Activity Book are available from the Marine Studies Centre

Schools Use Rocky Shore Guide

3 March 2010

The Rocky Shore Guide is proving very popular with schools throughout the country.