Frequently Asked Questions

Planning a visit? Here’s all the information about our aquarium you need in one place.

Tickets

You are able to modify your reservation within our booking portal online .

If you need additional assistance please contact orlandosales@merlinentertainments.biz and our team will be happy to assist

If your travel plans were arranged by a third party, including travel agents, travel-booking websites, or other businesses independent of SEA LIFE Orlando, you will need to contact those suppliers directly to understand their policies and any applicable fees for changing or canceling a reservation. 

Combo Tickets allow you to access SEA LIFE Aquarium plus the world's greatest wax museum, Madame Tussauds, and The Orlando Eye, conveniently located at ICON Park. Explore other attractions on the same day as your visit to SEA LIFE or up to 14 days after. 

The best way to secure the most affordable SEA LIFE Orlando tickets is to book online and in advance, where you can save up to $5 on general admission as opposed to buying at the door. Plus, you’ll get guaranteed entry and instant mobile tickets. There’s also ticket offers for Florida residents, military members and veterans. Groups of 10 or more can also access exclusive discounted rates.

Visiting SEA LIFE

You can stay as long as you'd like, up until we close the attraction for the day. Hours at SEA LIFE Orlando aquarium vary but you can get the information about the specific day you want to visit on our opening hours page. You can stay and enjoy watching all of SEA LIFE's animals and Florida's only 360° underwater tunnel.

Yes, you can bring your kids to SEA LIFE Orlando and get to experience the best aquarium in Orlando.

Children under the age of 2 get in for free, and children ages 2-12 can purchase a child ticket for a discounted rate.

The virtual reality experience is open to all adults and children above the age of 6.

SEA LIFE Orlando is home to thousands of creatures across more than 250 species, from sharks and stingrays to seahorses and jellyfish. Dive into our creatures page to meet them all.

Yes! Head to our Coastal Rockpool touch tank, where you can gently touch starfish, anemones and other rockpool residents. Remember to be gentle and avoid picking animals up. To find out more, head to our Coastal Rockpool page.

The Virtual Reality Experience is open to all adults and children above the age of 6. Guests must be at least 40” tall to ride.

Food and Drink

We do not permit food or beverages inside the attraction. However, you can purchase food and drink outside of SEA LIFE Orlando and you’re welcome to enjoy it in the terminal building before or after your visit.

While there’s no dining inside the attraction itself, you’ll find plenty of dining options just outside at ICON Park, so you can easily grab a bite before or after your  SEA LIFE experience.

Taking Photos

We encourage taking many photos! Cameras are permitted in all public areas of SEA LIFE. However, for the safety of the animals, no flash or recording lights are allowed. If you are a film crew or press and need access to the attraction, please contact our press office for further information.

Yes, you’re welcome to photograph our animals throughout your visit. Remember to switch off your flash and recording lights, as these can disturb our creatures.

For an unforgettable shot, head to Florida’s only 360° Ocean Tunnel, where sharks and rays glide right above your head. The glowing Jelly Wall and our hands-on Coastal Rockpool also make brilliant backdrops.

Visiting Orlando

SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium is located at ICON Park. You can spend a day enjoying the many attractions located within ICON Park such as:

  • SEA LIFE Aquarium
  • Madame Tussauds
  • The Orlando Eye
  • The Carousel on the Promenade

For a few hours, you can visit indoor attractions such as SEA LIFE Aquarium, The Orlando Eye and see wax figures of favorite celebrities at Madame Tussauds. There are also plenty of dining options at ICON Park.

Yes, parking is available in the ICON Park garage on International Drive and Universal Boulevard, just a short walk from our entrance. The garage offers valet, premium and FREE parking (available on levels 4-7), though it can get busy at peak times, so plan ahead! Find full directions on our parking page.

SEA LIFE Aquarium is located at 8449 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819, inside ICON Park. It’s easy to reach us by car, with free and premium parking onsite, or by public transport. The Lynx bus service runs several routes to International Drive, and the I-Ride Trolley stops close by. 

See our directions and parking page for full travel details.

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