
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Ticket
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Traveler rating
3.6/5
Based on 582 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Ticket worth booking?
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Ticket is a 1.5-hour experience in Sydney, Australia, from $28 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.6/5 rating across 582 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 3.6/5 (582)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $28 per person
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What you get
About this experience
What's new? Meet our newest member of our Penguin colony, the adorable King Penguin chick, Dunkin! Back by popular demand, dive in and experience Animal Crossing™: New Horizons from 1 July to 23 August! Collect stamps of all your favourite characters along your journey through the aquarium. Get the chance to meet Isabelle for a special photo opportunity on Weekdays at 10:30AM, 11:30AM, 1PM & 2PM and Weekends at 10AM, 11AM, 1PM, 2PM & 3PM (All times are subject to change. Please check the website on the day of your visit for accurate times or speak to a member of staff at the aquarium entrance.)
What's included
Included
- Digital Photo Pass: Complimentary photos from our themed photo stations (print purchases available)
- General Admission to SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
What you'll see and do
Sea Life Sydney Aquarium
No trip to Sydney is complete without visiting SEA LIFE Sydney. Situated on Darling Harbour, SEA LIFE Sydney houses 12,000+ animals, including sharks, dugongs, stingrays, penguins and much more! Please check SEALIFE Sydney official website for most accurate operating hours: https://www.visitsealife.com/sydney/
Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Sea Life Sydney Aquarium
1-5 Wheat Rd, Darling Harbour, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Sea Life Sydney Aquarium · 1-5 Wheat Rd, Darling Harbour, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
Options you can book
General Entry - Super Peak
Open 10am-5pm, Last Entry 4pm
General Entry - Off Peak
Open 10am-5pm, Last Entry 4pm
General Entry - Peak
Open 10am-5pm, Last Entry 4pm
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Merlin Entertainments Group
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchairs are available at Admissions Desk
- Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 18
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 582 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Good for families
4 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
582 verified traveler reviews for SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Ticket. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fabulous Sealife Centre
Sea Life Sydney is a really excellent attraction and we spent a thoroughly enjoyable couple of hours here. The highlight for me was the Dugong, but there are so many marine creatures to see, including sharks. The underwater walkway is another highlight. All in all a wonderful aquarium, not stupidly expensive, and with a wide range of species.
via Tripadvisor
Worth a visit
Penguin exhibition is a lot of fun. The ride through the habitat was a nice surprise. Give yourself two hours of you come without young children.
via Viator
Very cool experience,...
Very cool experience, especially enjoyed the small boat ride when viewing the penguins! Pretty immersive, great for families.
via Viator
So much to see
We loved the aquarium. It is the best we have experienced. It was accessible for a mobility walker and easy to get around. We were impressed with the amount of fish and species including the dugong.
via Tripadvisor
Taiz is an incredible aquarium guide!
Amazing experience. We had a very kind and knowledgeable guide named Taiz, she was so good at explaining and taking the time to share with us about things we had never heard of with sea animals! If we could've booked a private tour with her it would've been the second best way to spend our money besides the entrance ticket. Loved the aquarium and octopus exhibit.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $28 to $57
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 204
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 57
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Ticket: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Sydney.
How much does SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Ticket cost?
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Prices start at $28 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Sydney usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Ticket take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Sydney is not rushed.
Is SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Ticket worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.6/5 across 582 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Sydney, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Ticket?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Ticket suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Ticket?
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Around 204 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Sydney can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Sydney and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Ticket start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Sydney within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Sydney?
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On Outty we rank every Sydney experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include WILD Wombat and Kangaroo Day Tour, All Inclusive, Depart Syd: Blue Mountains Best All Inclusive with Local Guide, Blue Mountain Small Group Tour All Inclusive. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Sydney?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Sydney?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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