Most Sea Life Centres, such as London and Blackpool, are now cashless attractions, meaning they do not accept cash for tickets, in the gift shop, or for other services, and require card or contactless payments. Pre-booking tickets online is strongly advised to ensure entry and secure better prices.
We have a limited number of tickets available to purchase on the door, however these are subject to availability and may be taken off sale without notice.
How long does it take to walk through Sea Life Centre?
Most visitors spend around 1.5 to 2 hours exploring SEA LIFE London. Your visit may take a little longer if you pause at your favourite exhibits, visit during busy periods, or add extras like the Virtual Reality experience. Enjoy the attraction at your own pace - there's plenty to sea!
Blackpool Pleasure Beach Limited operates a cashless Amusement Park, and as a consequence it has introduced, for its guests who do not have a credit or debit card, a pre-paid card product (“the Card”), and these terms and conditions apply to its purchase and use.
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How long does it take to walk around SEA LIFE Blackpool?
SEA LIFE Blackpool typically takes about 1.5 to 2 hours to explore fully, but your ticket is valid all day, so you can stay longer or revisit exhibits. The exact time depends on how much you engage with talks, feeding times, and the gift shop, with some visitors spending less (90 mins) and others longer.
We currently do not have a café or restaurant inside the aquarium, and we kindly ask that guests refrain from bringing their own food during their visit. However, we do offer vending machines throughout the attraction stocked with a variety of snacks and drinks (availability may vary).
They have roughly the same things but London Sea Life aquarium is on a much grander scale, is more interactive, with bigger tanks , larger sharks and more variety (e.g. there are more species of jelly fish in London). The rainforest experience of London is also so much better.
Typically, you can expect to spend about 1.5 to 2 hours exploring the attraction, though the exact duration is entirely up to you and how much time you'd like to spend immersing yourself in our underwater world. To enhance your experience, we suggest attending the presentations and talks during your visit.
For a quieter and more relaxed experience, we recommend visiting on weekdays, especially in the afternoon or early evening. The aquarium tends to be busiest between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM, and weekends are generally more crowded.
Avoid swimming at dawn and dusk. Sharks are most active early morning and in the late afternoon and early evening as these are their main feeding times.
Yes, SEA LIFE Blackpool is generally considered worth it for families and marine life enthusiasts, offering an impressive ocean tunnel, interactive displays, and educational conservation focus, though some reviewers find it pricey and short for the cost, recommending off-peak visits or deals to maximize value. Its key highlights include the large ocean tank with a tunnel, diverse zones, and conservation efforts, making it a memorable experience, especially for younger children and those interested in unique creatures like the Mantis Shrimp.
We do not have a Café on site. There are drinks and snacks available to purchase in the gift shop, and a seating area by the gift shop should you wish to bring food into the centre. SEA LIFE tickets are valid all day should you want to leave and return at a later time.
Generally, you cannot eat or drink inside SEA LIFE aquariums for the safety of the marine life, but rules vary by location; some sites allow small snacks/water in designated areas or nearby cafes/picnic spots (like Blackpool, Brighton, Scarborough), while others (like London, Orlando, Birmingham) strictly prohibit outside food and direct you to nearby venues or vending machines for purchase. Always check the specific SEA LIFE location's website for their exact policy before visiting.
SEA LIFE London is suitable for all ages. Please note, children under the age of 2* go free but the recommended age of the attraction is children aged 6 and over. Children 15 and under must be accompanied or supervised by an adult aged 18 years or over.
