Aquariums

SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium

Name: SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium
Address: Grapevine Mills, 3000 Grapevine Mills Pkwy, Grapevine, TX 76051, Grapevine, TX, US
Telephone: (469) 444-3050
Rating: 4.5

★★★★☆ 4.5 (6604 reviews)

📍 Grapevine Mills, 3000 Grapevine Mills Pkwy, Grapevine, TX 76051

📞 (469) 444-3050

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🕐 Hours

Monday	10 AM–6:30 PM
Tuesday	10 AM–6:30 PM
Wednesday	10 AM–6:30 PM
Thursday	10 AM–6:30 PM
Friday	10 AM–6:30 PM
Saturday	10 AM–8 PM
Sunday	11 AM–6 PM

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About SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium

Oceanic exhibits for all ages. Family-friendly exhibits with a variety of sea creatures (most offer play areas & group packages). Features a 360° Ocean Tunnel where visitors are surrounded by sharks, stingrays, and sea turtles while walking through an immersive underwater environment. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,604 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Aquarium
Location: Grapevine Mills, Texas
Highlights: Only 360° Ocean Tunnel in Texas, Sea Turtle Hospital, touch pools, 5,000 creatures
Best For: All ages
Admission: Tickets from $19; combo packages from $29

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Features a 360° Ocean Tunnel where visitors are surrounded by sharks, stingrays, and sea turtles while walking through an immersive underwater environment
⭐Houses over 5,000 sea creatures across 160,000+ gallon exhibits, making it a substantial aquarium experience despite being located inside a shopping mall
⭐Operates a Sea Turtle Hospital as an interactive exhibit where visitors can explore and learn about sea turtle conservation and rehabilitation
⭐Offers limited-time mermaid swimming experiences during the annual Magic of Mermaids special event (June 11-22), providing interactive engagement beyond typical aquarium visits
⭐Provides multiple interactive touch pools where visitors can directly touch real sea creatures including sea stars, distinguishing it as a hands-on learning facility

💬 What Visitors Say

🕐Visit on a weekday to avoid crowds and have a more enjoyable experience. Multiple reviews highlight that weekday visits resulted in significantly fewer people, making it easier to interact with exhibits and take photos without feeling rushed.
💬Plan for about 1-2 hours for your visit. Reviews consistently mention finishing in an hour, making this ideal to combine with shopping at Grapevine Mills or other nearby attractions without a full-day commitment.
💬Book tickets online in advance to save money. Combo deals starting at $29 with LEGOLAND Discovery Center and PEPPA PIG World of Play offer better value, and the Endless Summer Sale provides up to 30% off annual passes.
💡Start with the 360° Ocean Tunnel and starfish touch pools—these are consistently highlighted as the must-see exhibits. The tunnel provides great photo opportunities and the hands-on starfish station is a favorite interactive experience for all ages.
💡This aquarium is best suited for children ages 2-10, though adults also enjoy it. Narrow passageways can be crowded with strollers, so visiting during off-peak hours (weekdays) helps navigate more easily with young children.