Aquarium de la Guadeloupe, place Créole, Marina Gosier (tel. 590/90-92-38; www.guadeloupeaquarium.com), is one of the most modern aquariums in the Caribbean, and it can be visited in about an hour. Just off the highway near Le Bas du Fort Marina, the aquarium is home to tropical fish, coral, underwater plants, huge sharks, and other sea creatures. Hours are daily from 9am to 7pm. Admission is 9€ for adults, 6€ for children 5 to 12, and free for children 4 and under.

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