Dive into the heart of the oceans with the A-Guide Smart audio guide at the La Rochelle Aquarium

The Rochelle Aquarium: a marine jewel in the heart of the city

Located in the heart of the city, the La Rochelle Aquarium is one of the largest aquariums in Europe, offering visitors a unique immersive experience in the underwater world. With more than 12,000 marine animals from all the world’s oceans, this aquarium is an essential destination for sea enthusiasts, families, and tourists in search of discovery and wonder.

The aquarium is home to an impressive diversity of marine species, from majestic sharks and sea turtles to fascinating jellyfish and colorful corals. Visitors can explore different ecosystems, from tropical waters to mysterious deeps, while learning about marine biodiversity and the challenges facing the oceans today. This place of wonder is not only a reservoir of marine beauty, but also a center for education and awareness for the conservation of marine ecosystems.

With annual attendance exceeding 800,000 visitors, the La Rochelle Aquarium plays a central role in promoting ocean protection and environmental education. However, to make this experience even more enriching and accessible, the aquarium has integrated a cutting-edge technological innovation: the A-Guide Smart audio guide from Sycamore.

Installation of the visit system: a-guide smart for an optimized experience

Since the start of the tourist season, the La Rochelle Aquarium has set up a fleet of 350 A-Guide Smart audio guides to support its visitors in their exploration of marine worlds. This installation was specifically designed to meet the high demand during peak summer attendance. Thanks to this fleet of audio guides, each visitor, whether the first or the thousandth of the day, can fully enjoy the visit without any constraints.

The choice of the A-Guide Smart was obvious for several reasons. First of all, this new generation audio guide is designed to be easy to use, allowing visitors to concentrate on discovering marine species without having to worry about the operation of the device. In addition, with a battery life of more than 18 hours, the A-Guide Smart is perfectly suited to long aquarium opening days, particularly in summer when hours extend from 8:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.

This exceptional autonomy makes it possible to maintain uninterrupted service throughout the day, thus guaranteeing a consistent and quality experience for all visitors. The audio guides are also equipped with an intuitive content management system, allowing aquarium teams to easily update or adjust the information provided to visitors based on needs or new features in the exhibits.

The advantages of discovering the aquarium with the a-guide smart audio guide

The introduction of the A-Guide Smart audio guide at the La Rochelle Aquarium has transformed the visiting experience by making it more interactive and educational. Thanks to this tool, visitors, young and old, can access detailed and enriching information on different marine species, ecosystems, and conservation efforts deployed to protect ocean biodiversity.

The visit, lasting an average of 1h30, is punctuated by audio commentaries which guide visitors through the different pools and sections of the aquarium. Every step of the way is an opportunity to learn more about sea creatures and their environment, with captivating anecdotes and scientific facts presented in an accessible and engaging way.

In addition, the A-Guide Smart audio guide contributes to better management of the flow of visitors by avoiding crowds in front of the explanatory panels, since each visitor has their own explanations within earshot. This allows for smoother circulation throughout the aquarium, optimizing each visitor’s experience and reducing the stress associated with crowds.

Finally, the use of the A-Guide Smart allows the La Rochelle Aquarium to raise visitors’ awareness of environmental issues more effectively. By providing clear and precise information on the threats facing the oceans and the actions necessary for their protection, the audio guide plays a key role in conservation education. Each visitor leaves not only with unforgettable memories, but also with an increased awareness of the need to preserve marine ecosystems for future generations.

Technological Innovation at the Service of an Unprecedented Marine Immersion

The La Rochelle Aquarium, in partnership with Sycomore, has been able to integrate technology in an innovative way to enrich the experience of its visitors. Thanks to the A-Guide Smart audio guide, exploring the oceans becomes more than just a visit: it is a true educational and interactive immersion in the fascinating world of marine creatures. With 350 audio guides in service, the aquarium ensures that each visitor has a fluid, enriching experience that respects everyone’s time and interests. This initiative represents a model to follow for other cultural institutions wishing to modernize their offering and better meet the expectations of 21st century visitors.