It is ok, but there are far better aquariums around. Admittedly, the place is currently undergoing a major renovation, so a large part of it is closed. But what we did see was mostly digital or interactive displays plus some tanks of mostly small creatures such as shrimps and seahorses. The only big animals visible were a few very bored seals in a tiny tank, swimming round repetitively. There were quite a few English translations and the staff were friendly. We stayed about an hour in total. Definitely don't travel specifically to visit, but it passes the time if you are in the area and the weather is bad. Hopefully, it will be improved when the big renovations are unveiled.

Overall loved the aquarium, just bad timing with the renovations so didn't get to see the sharks and the penguins but really nice and educational. The restaurant has really good food.

Great place to visit with kids with so many learning games and activities to educate on ocean and marine life and bio diversity and how to protect it. Buying tickets in advance is recommended to avoid waiting in queue especially on weekends and public to school holidays.

OMG worst aquarium ever ! Huge property seems abandoned. Rusted property. This place is definitely going out of business. Seals were nice. Two or three other fish tanks good. No otters in otter tank. Not one. All food places closed. Nobody here. On a Sunday. There’s no way this survives as a business. Penguins coming in October ! This whole place likely to be torn down in two years. Sad. The young women at the front were cute and funny though !

At the time we visited this place, most of the attractions were closed for renovation. It was expensive and we just saw one part of the aquarium. A bit underwhelming. I enjoyed the little thetre experience, though, it could be interesting for children especially.

My slightly low rating is due to a number of the major attractions being closed, which we knew about before our visit but it's definitely something to consider before making your way out. To be fair to the venue the ticket price is currently reduced to reflect the reduced offering but just something to be aware off. I would also score them lowly on the food offering. The restaurant looks cool but on the day we visited, there was a limited offering and the fish and chips was not good. Coffee from the smaller kiosk was also disappointing. The main attractions open we're the Brittany exhibition which is a series of smaller tanks and can opportunity to see the seals swimming under water. You can also view the 4 seals above ground. There is also an otter exhibition with 2-3 otters. They're cute but it's a small exhibition. There are some interactive\educational areas and an outdoor play area. We visited as a family with a 6 and 9 year old and they enjoyed it and we did spend over 3 hours there. It's also easy to get to Oceanopolis by bus from Brest. If you're driving there is plenty of parking including an area for camper vans.

Every nice aquarium for the whole family. Lots of variety in the exhibits and when small children get restless, there are a few outdoor play areas for them to get the wiggles out. Bring your lunch - the restaurant is mediocre.

Sunday night. 200,000 square feet. Nothing. One guy doing tai chi or something. Dead. This is the big thing in Brest ? Yikes. This after the soul deadening experience of Oceanopolis. What’s with this “city” ? Thankfully driving back to the charming towns tomorrow. Ciao Brest. It’s funny, looking at the other reviews they say how great it is then post pictures of a totally empty dead environment. Party on !

Excellent place! Loved the street art exhibition and the little shops, like the second hand vintage shop close to the entrance. A big downside for me, thus the 3 stars, is that it's not pet friendly. Regarding the hateful ignorant comments, guys it's a C U L T U R A L C E N T E R, which means that they host exhibition and events, beside the permanent coffee, food and beer shops. That's why they have a site, so you can check what they're hosting every day and go see the exhibition or event that you're interested into.

A great repurposing of this historic building. Arriving by cable car is the best way.

Really nice place with cool old structures inside. I love that there is a lot to do and the place gets used to skate inside by children and adults. There is a library, a climbing place, fun spot to get a drink and place some games. Really nice atmosphere

Great space to visit with family. Cinema, climbing wall, great industrial architecture all to be enjoyed. Book shop and library. Food court also available for some lunch. I recommend getting there by cable car. Fun day out.

It's a cool multifunctional space, refurbished from a naval factory but that's pretty much. There's an ice cream shop, some co-working spaces, a cinema and the ocean museum but apart from the last one there's not much to do. There're only a few posters concerning the history of the building so if you don't have something specific to do there it won't keep you busy for long.

A perfect place to spent a few hours for relacation, inline skating, climbing and amazig food. Gondola is super fun (one goes above the other), and the view on old castle is amazing. Perfect also for rainy day. Well done Brest😎

Time your visit to avoid the cruise ships or you will be in for a long wait. 30 mins for us in the rain. What bits of the castle you get to visit are interesting but in reality you only get to see a fraction of the whole. The ticket desk is painfully slow. Great views of the town.

Excellent

Medieval castle with small maritime museum. Nice collection of wood sculptures.

Enormous disappointment Totally overrated. They advertise it as the big Oceanopolis of Brest, but in reality? Four seals. That’s it. Unless you have small children (under 10), don’t bother — it’s a huge letdown. The place feels empty, outdated, and absolutely not worth the high ticket price. For what you pay, you expect something impressive. Instead, you get a handful of basic tanks, repetitive displays, and barely any real excitement. I came expecting a world-class marine experience. I left feeling like I’d just thrown my money away. Save your time and budget — there are way better things to do in Brittany.

It was difficult to find.

Superb castle and museum. The buildings are beautifully restored and maintained, and the exhibitions, particularly the Musée de la Marine, are fascinating and very well presented. Excellent value for money, too. The fact that the chateau is still the HQ of the naval préfet adds a strong sense of continuity - this is still a living, working structure.

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Part of the castle which you have to enter see review of castle. The rowing museum at Henley has more exhibits. Most of what you read you could get from a book. Worth visiting for the views of the town.

Already in the 3rd century, some fortifications, a castellum, were constructed at this site. Later, this huge castle was built and expanded through the years. Occupied by the English during the Hundred Years War, sold by the English, it became an important Naval base and part still is and off limits to visitors. There is a well signed tour you follow through the castle. There are many galleries inside with the interesting history of the place. At the end of that tour, there are some beautiful large wooden sculptures

Lovely place to get history a lesson on the area of Brest. The Chateau covers a huge area and housed inside is the Marine Museum. Naval history at its best! Models of ships used throughout France's conquests and exploration expeditions are on display. Plenty to keep the kids engaged. The views of the bay are fabulous as well.

Excellent maritime museum with loads of displays, models, av displays and audio guide in multiple languages. Just to note that only the entrance and first floor are fully accessible. And the tour goes between inside and outdoors...just in case you're visiting on a rainy day. Allow at least two hours for a visit to cover the full exhibition and not miss out on any time periods of the maritime story. We visited as a family with a 6 and 9 year old and they both really enjoyed it as well, especially since they got their own audio guides and could seek out the next number on the tour. The audio guide is an extra €2pp but worth it.

The Musée National de la Marine in Brest is another significant institution dedicated to France's maritime history. Located in the historic Château de Brest, this museum showcases the rich naval heritage of France through an impressive collection of artifacts, models, and artworks. Visitors can explore exhibitions that cover various aspects of naval history, including shipbuilding, naval battles, and exploration. The museum features detailed ship models, paintings, and various maritime instruments that illustrate the evolution of the French navy. One of the highlights is the stunning views of the harbor from the castle, adding to the overall experience. The museum often hosts temporary exhibitions, workshops, and educational programs, making it a dynamic place to learn about maritime culture. If you're in Brest, it’s a must-visit for anyone interested in naval history and the sea!

Oldest Maritime museum in Europe if not the world. Housed within a castle. Only 7euros for adults - excellent value. Good history of the castle and the dock areas in addition to the navy and the different types of ships. Get the audio guide which is free and comes in different languages.

Beautiful experience with many relict of ancient history that take you back to the past! the view of the city and ocean is very very nice.

This place was a pleasant surprise. We came across it whilst walking around Brest and didn't realise there was a free museum inside to discover scenes from historic Brest made with little sculpted characters. Great for adults and children. Also you get a great view over Brest from the top and a very friendly welcome from the hosts!

Lovely little free museum situated in a medieval tower. The upper floor offers a 360° view over central Brest.

Excellent (free!) immersive museum experience in the centre of Brest. We would have loved to have been able to give it more time - we will spend at least 2 hours here next time we're in Brest!

Great free museum that gives a great story if the history of Brest. Well recommend

Interesting place, with dioramas showing scenes of Brest before WWII changed its character. The old photos were the best part for me. Sadly, no photography allowed inside.

Amazing place to visit

Very worth a visit! The inside of the tower is a display of dioramas of the history of the city, made by a local artist after lots of the city was destroyed in 1944. It is free to enter, and the displays are all translated into English and another language I’m unsure of as well as the original French. Just be aware entry ends at 17:30 (an hour before it closes)

Beautiful evening at the m restaurant for my mum birthday. Food was very innovative and delicious. Service was excellent. The atmosphere is romantic and stylish. We will come back to try the terrace 🥰

Innovative presentation, delicious food and good service! The fish was very fresh and tender, and the chef managed to keep its original light flavor and not destroying that with the sides and sauce. A high quality Michelin 1 star!

Incredible find tucked away in a secluded and unexpected corner of Brest. The staff is friendly and eager to please. The cuisine is creative, artful and incredibly fulfilling for your tastebuds. It is a carnival of taste. The value is regarded as high and excellent. Highly recommend you enjoy this gem if you find yourself looking for a highly enjoyable meal in Brest.

Good food and service, but it’s odd a Michelin Star doesn’t take Amex.

Go here! Don't ask, just go. I'll give a more detailed review when I have more time. In the mean time, why are you reading this, just get your reservation and go!

Excellent

Overpriced.

The fish soup was much tasty than some other places in France but a littler bit salty. Other dishes were delicious and perfect cooked, seafood dish was huge for 2 persons 😅😅.❤️❤️ BTW: there are few restaurants open on Sunday and Monday in Brest. 😅😅

A lovely restaurant. Very busy at peak times so book ahead. They have some menu sets so that you get a strarter, Main and a dessert. The food was delicious. I had mussels which were lovely. The white fish in a Sauvignon sauce and then vanilla and strawberry ice cream.

Had a lovely French seafood meal here with some friends. Would recommend booking! We did their set meal deal which had a lot of variety and we tried their fish of the day which was really lovely. Good value for such high quality food

Fantastic meal at this restaurant styled as an ocean liner with 2 "decks". Service was very efficient and the food sensational! We chose from a set menu of which there were 4, at different price points and catering for children's portion sizes too. Would highly recommend!

If you have one night at Brest, and you are a sea food person this is the place to go. We arrived around 9:00 pm, there was a 30 min waiting time, during they offered us a glass of wine. The food was amazing, every dish was perfectly cooked and served. The service was kind, they took the time to explain everything in English. Highly recommended! Fresh seafood, great view and atmosphere.

The staff was lovely, while respecting to the letter the new sanitary measures. We had a full menu and everything tasted delicious and fresh. The dessert was amazing - thanks to our waiter for the recommendation (you have to decide for it when you give the order because they need a lot of time to prepare it). With their different menus they accommodate the demand for everyone’s budget. If you spend one night in Brest, you definitely should dine here! :)

Deserves a review since it stood out: the rare occasion that a harbor city fish restaurant serves an exceptionally good catch of the day! (Tip: better remove the white LEDs 😉)

It was a excellent dining experience! Me and my husband enjoy all the dishes, all is mouthwatering 😊 staff’s is friendly,polite and kind😍 thank you l’embrun for making our anniversary more memorable 🥂

As usual : very good! Délicate , good service (even if I am not a big fan of white trainers ) Good choice of wine Price is reasonable for the quality Will come back

Great food. The chef drops by at the end and speaks with customers.

Amazing experience If you are looking for gastronomic restaurant experience in Brest. This a great choice. Young team, very talented. Humble and every plates were excellentes

If you are reading this, you must be interested in trying and enjoying French cuisine. The hosts are delightful, and the food is marvelously crafted.

A must go to place in Brest, beautiful Breton and French gastronomy, exquisite flavours, creative and modern at a very reasonable price. Relaxed but elegant atmosphere, great presentation in a pure french style. Excellent team effort with a top chef!

Excellent!!

Great place for seafood lovers! It has an interesting concept: no formal menu, waiters just tell you what they have today and you have to choose. We had oysters and crabs, all was just perfect.

Best crab we have ever eaten! Oysters and langostines were so tasty. Such lovely team of waiting staff, explained everything in English when our French attempt failed. We will be back before we leave Brest!!

Excellent crabs and service. House white wine is also worth trying. Be careful to leave space in your stomach for a very typical bretagne dessert: Kouign amman pastry. Amazing taste!

Original restaurant. Crab meals served with wooden hammer. All customers given a cover to protect them from seafood juices! All seafood served is caught the same morning. Beautifully fresh, tasty and not expensive for the meal. Great waiter/waitress service, knowledgeable, willing to accommodate all requests. Super. Top.

I love the crab here. The flesh is sweet and perfectly cooked. The claws are like the stone crab if Florida. The flesh is as good as the Dungeness crab and mud crab. Wow,! I highly recommend this restaurant.

If you are a crab lover this place is a must... It also has mixed and other choices... The oisters were fresh and very good, the crab was correctly cooked. It is not a cheap restaurant but it is worth a visit. Recommended to me by local people as one of the best for seafood in the Port of Brest... Better to make a reservation to ensure you will have a table...

There isnt that many places to go in this town on Sundays and Mondays however I am so happy I found Le Crabe Marteau. The smell of the Atlantic ocean had me craving seafood and crab was on top of my list. I enjoyed a delicious spider crab with many different mayos and small potatoes for €23 which blew my mind from a value perspective. I also drank some artisanal cider that was mind blowing and dirt cheap. Staff was fun and friendly. Highly recommended!

Poor service. Disgusting and undrinkable drink! Waiters didn’t smile. We ordered our drink as a appetizer and they hardly had time to be served or food was brought to us. Mojito and pizza don’t mix well... we had to ask for some water. Food was okay but my boyfriend’s pizza was almost raw dough ! All the way through bad, we were in and out if 20mins ! Felt like the waiters just wanted to go fast. Very disappointed!

Great fresh seafood pizza, thé veau marengo was delicious with proper mashed potato. Lovey waitress too.

nice food, nice cozy place to go to, good variety of food in the menu, staff are nice.

Pasta in a cold contemporary concrete. Nice accommodating staff. Popular and crowded.

Busy, Italian restaurant. Fairly good service, reasonable food, if a bit bland, but pricey for the quality.

Good pizza but still getting used to European style of serving pizza.

Gourmet food in pleasant, relaxing environment.