Mining Museum On the Cherbourg Peninsula

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(2.7K) · Museum in Cherbourg-Octeville, France
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Come and visit La Cité de la Mer in Cherbourg, a family attraction all about man’s adventures under the sea, and a must when you are in Normandy. You …

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Nov 29, 2024
This would be a great place to go to with small children. A few interesting fish and the usual dire warnings about protecting the oceans. It would be better to spin the positive rather than the terr…Full review by Michaela L
Nov 14, 2024
The main hall is free to enter and is full of submarines and is absolutely awesome and ten there is the slightly high entry fee but it is not too bad. The submarine is very interesting and the aquari…Full review by James P
Oct 27, 2024
Interesting place to visit would recommend it. Got there just as it opened and went straight to the submarine which was interesting to see inside etc plus missed the crowds of school kids too so it w…Full review by Claire G

Questions & answers

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Is this attraction very close to where PO Ventura docks. Walking with children.
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Yes 5 minute walk, next door almost, the kids will love it
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Is it. Like the sea world centres in England?
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I cannot give an answer, not having visited any in England. I usually make a visit to the free section in conjunction with a shore visit from a cruise ship, lots of 'historic' deep sea …
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I cannot give an answer, not having visited any in England. I usually make a visit to the free section in conjunction with a shore visit from a cruise ship, lots of 'historic' deep sea vessels etc for underwater exploration. Sorry not being able to provide more info. KR
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Can I reach La Cite de la Mer on my scooter from where our cruise ship docks?
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Easily, the museum is in the docks
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can you tell me where to look for the discount vouchers please. We are 2 over 60s taking grandchildren aged 9 and 13
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Thanks. I dont mind paying full price for husband and I if children are less. I will look our for the leaflets though.
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