About SEA LIFE Aquarium

Oceanic exhibits & play areas. Family-friendly exhibits featuring more than 5,000 sea creatures, plus a play area & group packages.

💬 What Parents Say

  • 💡Plan 45 minutes to 1.5 hours for your visit and check the daily schedule before arriving to catch SEA LIFE Talks and Feeding Times, which are popular highlights mentioned by visitors
  • 💡Don't miss the Touch Pool and Interactive Rockpool Experience—these hands-on exhibits were consistently praised as huge hits with both kids and adults in visitor reviews
  • 💡Take advantage of the linear gallery design to systematically explore each section and view the sea creatures. The layout makes navigation intuitive and ensures you won't miss exhibits
  • 💡If adding this to a LEGOLAND visit, it's worth the separate entrance fee—visitors were pleasantly surprised by the quality and variety of sea life, noting hidden viewing spots and secret areas that enhance the experience
  • 💡Book the behind-the-scenes SEA LIFE Experience programs or use free education resources (student visit guides, pre/post lessons) available for school groups to deepen learning about marine life

Hours

Monday11:30 AM–7:30 PM
Tuesday11:30 AM–7:30 PM
Wednesday11:30 AM–7:30 PM
Thursday11:30 AM–7:30 PM
Friday11:30 AM–7:30 PM
Saturday11:30 AM–7:30 PM
Sunday11:30 AM–7:30 PM

SEA LIFE Aquarium

★★★★☆ 4.5 (3549 reviews)
📍 LEGOLAND California Resort, 1 Legoland Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008
Type
Aquarium
Best For
All ages
Marine Life
350+ species, 5,000+ creatures including sharks, rays, octopuses
Interactive Experiences
Touch pools, live feeding shows, dive demonstrations, behind-the-scenes programs
Admission
SEA LIFE only ticket available; school groups from $8/student

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