Sharks, sea turtles and brightly colored pineapple fish are among the lively creatures that light up the SEA LIFE Jesolo complex. Move through the fascinating galleries and exhibits to get a closer look at more than 1,000 underwater creatures.

Pass through the clear ocean tunnel to feel as though you’re at the bottom of the sea. Inspect the colorful fish swimming around your head, including a green sea turtle and moray eels. Examine the individual displays containing colorful seahorses and starfish and learn about the delicate ecosystems of the Venetian Lagoon.

Spend an afternoon at the aquarium with your kids and pick out your favorites from these unusual creatures. The children will love the rock pools of the interactive zones, where they can feel shark eggs and sea anemones. Surprisingly, the anemones live without a brain, heart or blood.

The aquarium’s most electrifying zone is the Jellyfish Discovery area. Marvel at the hypnotic dance of these translucent neon creatures that are 95 per cent water. View the blacktip reef sharks in the big ocean tank. Watch staff presentations and help at feeding times. Chat with some of the docents to find out about the conservation efforts of the aquarium and the environmental threats to species.

Pay a lower fee for tickets online than at the entrance on the day of your visit and get discounts for kids. Children shorter than 3 feet (1 meter) can enter for free. The site opens daily from morning until evening from late March to the end of September.

Find SEA LIFE Jesolo in the Laguna Shopping compound in the central part of the Lido di Jesolo district. Arrive at the Lido di Jesolo bus terminal and walk southwest for 10 minutes to reach the entrance, which is on the southern side of the aquarium. Explore the area for other fun family activities including the Gommapiuma evening foam playground, Tropicarium Park and Pista Azzurra go-kart track.