SEA LIFE Sydney tickets start from $39 for adults and $26 for children (ages 2–15) when booked online in advance, with higher prices on weekends and school holidays. Booking online saves you up to 25% compared to on-the-day prices. Children under 2 enter for free.

For the best value, you can book a Sydney Big Ticket, which bundles SEA LIFE with nearby attractions like WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, Madame Tussauds Sydney, and the Sydney Tower Eye - saving you up to 60% compared to buying separate tickets.

Some experiences must be booked online in advance, including:

• Shark Dive Xtreme  (swim with sharks)
• Penguin Encounter (interact with penguins)
• Signature Dining (Fine dining with a view)

Advance booking is recommended during peak periods to secure your preferred time slot.

Most guests spend around 1.5 to 2 hours exploring SEA LIFE Sydney. This gives you plenty of time to enjoy our nine interactive zones, from walking beneath sharks in Shark Valley to spotting our dugong, Pig, and braving the boat ride through Penguin Expedition. 

If you're planning to join one of our special experiences, like Shark Dive Xtreme or Penguin Encounter, we recommend allowing extra time to make the most of your visit.

We highly recommend booking your tickets online in advance to guarantee entry and secure your preferred time slot. While walk-up tickets may be available, they are subject to capacity and availability. Pre-booking is especially important during weekends, school holidays, and peak periods when the aquarium can reach capacity.

Booking online also offers savings of up to 25% compared to on-the-day prices. Additionally, if you have a Sydney Big Ticket or a Merlin Annual Pass, you will need to reserve a time slot for each attraction included in your pass - You can do this here for the Big Ticket, and here for the Annual Pass.

To ensure a smooth and enjoyable visit, we recommend reserving your tickets and time slots through our official website before your arrival.

The Sydney Big Ticket is a flexible multi-attraction pass that gives you access to some of Sydney’s top experiences, including: 

• SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
• WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo
• Madame Tussauds Sydney
• Sydney Tower Eye

The four-attraction combo is just one option. You can also choose from two or three-attraction passes, depending on how much you want to do during your visit. 

You can save up to 60% compared to purchasing individual tickets for each attraction. To guarantee entry, especially during weekends and school holidays, make sure to reserve your time slots for each attraction ahead of time, you can do that here.

For more details or to purchase the Sydney Big Ticket, click here.

While SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium doesn't have its own on-site parking, we offer discounted rates at several nearby Wilson Parking locations in the Sydney CBD. By pre-booking online or via the Wilson Parking App and using the promo code MERLIN, you can park all day for as little as $12. Participating car parks include:

• Harbourside Car Park (100 Murray Street, Pyrmont)
• Citipark Car Park (431 Kent Street or 204 Sussex Street)
• Darling Park Car Park (201 Sussex Street)
• 383 Kent Street Car Park 
• 321 Kent Street Car Park (entry via 86 Sussex Street)

To receive the discounted rate, ensure you pre-book your parking and use the promo code MERLIN during the booking process. Please note that these discounts are only available at the specified car parks and are subject to availability.

SEA LIFE Sydney is just a short walk from major public transport stops, including Town Hall Station, Wynyard Station, and Darling Harbour ferry wharf. 

For more infomation check our getting here page.

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium is open daily, with opening hours varying depending on the day:

• Monday to Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:00 PM)
• Saturday and Sunday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:00 PM)
• NSW School Holidays: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:00 PM)

Please note that hours may vary on public holidays or during special events. It's advisable to check the official website before planning your visit.

To make the most of your visit, we recommend arriving earlier in the day, especially during weekends and school holidays, as the aquarium can reach capacity during peak times.

While SEA LIFE Sydney doesn’t typically use public promo codes, you can still save up to 25% simply by booking your tickets online in advance. Prices are lower than on-the-day rates and include a free digital photo pass valued at $26.

For even more value, you can book a Sydney Big Ticket, which combines SEA LIFE with attractions like Madame Tussauds Sydney, WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, and the Sydney Tower Eye - saving you up to 60%.

Other ways to access discounts:

• Group bookings (10+ people) get reduced rates
• Merlin Annual Pass holders get unlimited access and exclusive perks

We recommend checking our discount offers page or subscribing to our newsletter to hear about exclusive promos when they become available.