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SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Tickets
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- Looking for a perfect school holiday adventure for your kid? Look no further than SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, home to over 13,000 marine life from across the globe.
- Don't have time to visit the Great Barrier Reef? You can still view some of its resplendent lifeforms at the Reef Theater’s huge floor-to-ceiling display.
- Hop on a short boat ride to meet distinct creatures of the glacial regions, including Gentoo and King penguins as they waddle, slide, and splash about!
- Explore beyond glass walls at the Rockpool Discovery as you see and touch sea stars, shark eggs, shells, and sea urchins.
- Want to see more of Darling Harbour? Grab a pass for 2, 3, or 4 attractions. You'll have 30 to 60 days to use it while saving up to 50%. Plus, everything's just a stroll away!
- Looking for a perfect school holiday adventure for your kid? Look no further than SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, home to over 13,000 marine life from across the globe.
- Don't have time to visit the Great Barrier Reef? You can still view some of its resplendent lifeforms at the Reef Theater’s huge floor-to-ceiling display.
- Hop on a short boat ride to meet distinct creatures of the glacial regions, including Gentoo and King penguins as they waddle, slide, and splash about!
- Explore beyond glass walls at the Rockpool Discovery as you see and touch sea stars, shark eggs, shells, and sea urchins.
- Want to see more of Darling Harbour? Grab a pass for 2, 3, or 4 attractions. You'll have 30 to 60 days to use it while saving up to 50%. Plus, everything's just a stroll away!
Inclusions
- Entry to SEA LIFE Sydney
- 8 digital photos
- Penguin expedition boat ride (optional)
- 2/3/4-attractions pass (optional)
- Tip: Look out for Stealthy octopuses camouflaging within their environments. You can also find Nemo (Clown Anemonefish), and Dory (Blue Tang) in the aquarium.
- Facilities: Wheelchair accessibility, suited for visitors with visual impairments, parking.
- Children aged 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
- Click here to view the route map.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Ian
Oct 2024Verified booking
We liked how big the aquarium is and that it had tonnes to look at-a drawback which totally isnt your fault was how busy it was at the time that we went- i find it crazy that adults push to the front(in front of children) to take pics of every exhibit. Favourites were the penguins, sharks and massive Rays
Diane
Mar 2024Verified booking
Buying tickets online was simple. The sea life adventure was beautiful, even though it was busy you could still see everything. Surprisingly I found the wax museum really captivating and fun. Loved both experiences
Courtney
Mar 2024Verified booking
The kids had an amazing time at the aquarium. Some points: - The bathrooms were disgusting, really dirty and smelt. - The lack of tables to eat something afterwards, as it was lunchtime when we finished.
Derrin
Feb 2024Verified booking
Miss most of it because so crowded. Mostly visitors fault for standing against the glass forever to look but must be a better way to keep people back so you can see anything. Or limit people at such busy times. Got about 40% seen. Thanks
Elizabeth
Jan 2024Verified booking
The combo ticket consisting of the Big Bus Hop-On, Hop-Off tour and Sea Life Sydney Aquarium gave us the opportunity to visit the most important sites in Sydney at our own pace. I highly recommend it to those visiting the city.
pooja
Oct 2024Verified booking
Amazing experience loved it, must try
Yvonne
Jul 2024Verified booking
It's easy to get online tickets with QR code. The venue is fairly small and it was busy when we went in.
Shaileshni
Jul 2024Verified booking
It was so exciting while entering the aquarium. The best part was shark zone.
Christine
Jun 2024Verified booking
I enjoyed the bus tour and the freedom to jump on and off the bus depending on what you wanted to explore!
Edgardo
Mar 2024Verified booking
The tube glass underwater experience was awesome. My kids enjoyed it.
Lisa
Mar 2024Verified booking
It was a good day out and I found the attraction and ticketing was good
Doris
Mar 2024Verified booking
Almost everything, my grandchildren have a wonderful time. They are loved the penguins ride very much too
Binay
Mar 2024Verified booking
Awsome. Awsome. Awsome. Awsome alAwsome Awsome Awsome
Deborah
Mar 2024Verified booking
It was excellent but too expensive sadly.
Anthony
Feb 2024Verified booking
Excellent its look nice and beautiful, I really enjoy.
Margaret
Feb 2024Verified booking
We wanted to see the Dugong and we did see him frolicking in the water. WEL worth the visit
Jodie
Feb 2024Verified booking
Great experience at the Aquarium! Lots of wonderful things to see. A must for anyone heading to Darling Harbour.
Amandeep
Feb 2024Verified booking
Overall it was fantastic 👏..ticket experience was also very good
Flora
Feb 2024Verified booking
Very rich experience with an impressive variety of sea animals
Nissankara
Feb 2024Verified booking
Tickets and slots were easy to book and worth it. Visited the wildlife zoo and sea aquarium, both were very enjoyable.
Adrienne
Jan 2024Verified booking
Quick and easy to lurchase tickets and got a small discount...every bit helps.
Danny
Dec 2023Verified booking
Sea life was amazing. Great experience to do in the heart of Sydney
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Nov 2024Verified booking
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Oct 2024Verified booking
- With the Sydney Multi-attraction Pass, you can choose to visit 2, 3, or 4 attractions using a single ticket. Perfect for making the most of Sydney!
- This package saves you up to half (that's 30 to 50%!) compared to buying individual tickets. Plus, you can walk between all the attractions.
- Check out SEA Life Sydney Aquarium to see dugongs, sharks, and jellyfish, or visit WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo for koalas, kangaroos, and over 6000 other animals.
- Visit Madame Tussauds for 100 lifelike celebrity wax figures or head to Sydney Tower Eye for amazing views of the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, and Blue Mountains.
- The pass is valid for 30 days (2 attractions) or 60 days (3 or 4 attractions), so you can spread out your visits and enjoy at your own pace.
- With the Sydney Multi-attraction Pass, you can choose to visit 2, 3, or 4 attractions using a single ticket. Perfect for making the most of Sydney!
- This package saves you up to half (that's 30 to 50%!) compared to buying individual tickets. Plus, you can walk between all the attractions.
- Check out SEA Life Sydney Aquarium to see dugongs, sharks, and jellyfish, or visit WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo for koalas, kangaroos, and over 6000 other animals.
- Visit Madame Tussauds for 100 lifelike celebrity wax figures or head to Sydney Tower Eye for amazing views of the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, and Blue Mountains.
- The pass is valid for 30 days (2 attractions) or 60 days (3 or 4 attractions), so you can spread out your visits and enjoy at your own pace.
Inclusions
- Access to 2/3/4 attractions (based on the options selected)
- 8 digital photos
- Tip: Save the day with Spider-man as you enter the multiverse to capture the ultimate photo moment at Madame Tussauds.
- You must visit SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium as your first attraction on the selected day of your visit if you choose the option containing SEA LIFE.
- Pre-registration is required for the subsequent attractions you plan to visit. Please check your voucher on how to reserve time slots for other attractions before your visit.
- After visiting SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, your '2 Attraction Pass' is valid for 30 days and the 3 Attraction & 4 Attraction passes are valid for 60 days. You can choose any of the spots to visit later.
- Click here to view the route map.
- Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded.
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
- Facilities: Wheelchair accessibility, suited for visitors with visual impairments, parking.
- Children aged 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo
- Facilities: Wheelchair accessibility
- Children aged under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult aged 18 and above.
- Check the official website for the daily opening hours, as well as the animal feeding and keeper talk schedule, prior to your visit.
Madame Tussauds Sydney
- Facilities: Wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible
- Food & beverages, and pets are not allowed inside.
- Cameras are allowed in all areas of the venue. However, if you are doing special filming, you are required to contact the press office for permission.
Sydney Tower Eye
- Large suitcases are not allowed on this experience. Only small bags or hand luggage are allowed.
- All children aged 16 or under must be accompanied by a paying adult.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Diane
Mar 2024Verified booking
Buying tickets online was simple. The sea life adventure was beautiful, even though it was busy you could still see everything. Surprisingly I found the wax museum really captivating and fun. Loved both experiences
pooja
Oct 2024Verified booking
Amazing experience loved it, must try
Shaileshni
Jul 2024Verified booking
It was so exciting while entering the aquarium. The best part was shark zone.
Lisa
Mar 2024Verified booking
It was a good day out and I found the attraction and ticketing was good
Binay
Mar 2024Verified booking
Awsome. Awsome. Awsome. Awsome alAwsome Awsome Awsome
Nissankara
Feb 2024Verified booking
Tickets and slots were easy to book and worth it. Visited the wildlife zoo and sea aquarium, both were very enjoyable.
Danny
Dec 2023Verified booking
Sea life was amazing. Great experience to do in the heart of Sydney
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Combos
Combo (Save 15%): Sydney Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour + SEA LIFE Aquarium Tickets
from AU$120
AU$102.07
15% off
- Want to save money? Grab this combo offering a 24-hour hop-on hop-off tour and entry to SEA LIFE Aquarium.
- Craft your itinerary on the hop-on hop-off tour, choosing from 2 routes and 30+ stops along must-see spots like the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
- Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi and multilingual commentary and learn all the fun tidbits about the central city and suburbs of Bondi.
- Visit the underwater world of the SEA LIFE Aquarium, home to 13,000+ marine creatures belonging to 650 species from playful penguins to majestic sharks.
- Witness marine wonders such as the Shark Walk and the Penguin Expedition, while you navigate 9 different exhibits.
- Want to save money? Grab this combo offering a 24-hour hop-on hop-off tour and entry to SEA LIFE Aquarium.
- Craft your itinerary on the hop-on hop-off tour, choosing from 2 routes and 30+ stops along must-see spots like the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
- Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi and multilingual commentary and learn all the fun tidbits about the central city and suburbs of Bondi.
- Visit the underwater world of the SEA LIFE Aquarium, home to 13,000+ marine creatures belonging to 650 species from playful penguins to majestic sharks.
- Witness marine wonders such as the Shark Walk and the Penguin Expedition, while you navigate 9 different exhibits.
Inclusions
Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
- 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
- Access to Red & Blue routes
- Pre-recorded commentary in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Mandarin, Korean, Chinese & Japanese
- Free Wi-Fi
- Complimentary earphones
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
SEA LIFE Aquarium
- Entry to SEA LIFE Aquarium
- 8 digital photos
- Penguin expedition boat ride
Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points
You can join a tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Red Route
- First bus: 9am from stop #1 (Circular Quay)
- Last bus: 4pm from stop #1 (Circular Quay)
- Frequency: every 30-45 mins
- Popular stops: Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Rocks & Botanical Gardens
Blue Route
- First bus: 9:30am from stop #24 (Central Station)
- Last bus: 3:15pm from stop #24 (Central Station)
- Frequency: every 60 mins
- Popular stops: Bondi Beach, Rose Bay & Double Bay
Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
- Tip: Make a splash at the legendary Bondi Beach and hop off at stops 30 and 31 on the Blue Route for some sun, surf, and sandy fun.
- The lower decks of the buses are wheelchair accessible.
- Ramps are available onboard and around the boarding areas for easy access.
- Mobility scooters and large wheelchairs are not allowed on the buses.
- Note that the combined weight of the customer, their assistant, and their mobility aid must be under 300 kg (660 lb) for safe boarding ramp use. The wheelchair must also fit within the designated seating area.
- Just a heads up, each bus can only accommodate 1 wheelchair at a time. If there is already a passenger in a wheelchair, please wait for the next one.
- Require special accommodations for your disability? Rest assured as you can contact infoau@bigbustours.com and they'll try to assist you.
SEA LIFE Aquarium
- Tip: Swing by the aquarium at 11am or 2:30pm to watch the dugongs chow down. Enjoy a live show and get your questions answered by the experts.
- This experience is wheelchair accessible and suited for visitors with visual impairments.
- The boat ride is wheelchair accessible. You can have 2 companions over the age of 16. If traveling alone, a staff member will ride with you during the experience.
- Children aged 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
- The Penguin Expedition Boat Ride is open from 10:30am to 3pm.
- Children under 120 cm must be seated next to an adult or in the row immediately in front of an adult during the boat ride.
- Each boat can seat up to 6 guests.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Leonardus
Dec 2024Verified booking
Not good: too long waiting time before the bus came ( more than 1 hour !) It is a pitty that the bus is not stopping on Some highlight places to make a picture.
Karl
Dec 2024Verified booking
Helpful staff!! Very efficient system making our experience much more awsomer - lol Really enjoyed seeing the sights of Sydney- such a mega change since we were last here 30years ago Thanks guys for a great time all round :) Karl dodds (NZ)
ROSANGELA
Dec 2024Verified booking
The fact that you can ride to the most distant tourist attractions, such as the blue route. I just didn't think there should be any waiting time at the break at point 1. Sydney's heavy traffic is a big problem and you lose a lot of time and can't stop at many places. The hours from 9am to 4pm are very short.
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Mary
Nov 2024Verified booking
There was no waiting around. The bus came shortly after we arrived and we did hop off - and again no issue waiting around to hop back on another bus. We did both the red and blue routes. The weather was glorious - we spent out time on the top deck for the best views and the commentary was very educational. Would definitely recommend !
Cathy-May
Nov 2024Verified booking
Great opportunity to see and access parts of Sydney I wouldn't have made it to. Loved the upper level of the bus as you could see more and further than if at street level! However I'm sure the commentary/information was much more detailed and better a few years ago... it was ok but didn't really inform as much about buildings/spaces as you passed. That was disappointing.
Ian
Oct 2024Verified booking
We liked how big the aquarium is and that it had tonnes to look at-a drawback which totally isnt your fault was how busy it was at the time that we went- i find it crazy that adults push to the front(in front of children) to take pics of every exhibit. Favourites were the penguins, sharks and massive Rays
Vivian
Oct 2024Verified booking
The experience was good. What I don't understand is when it's say the ticket is for 24 hrs by then the bus finishes at 4pm? We activated our ticket around 10am. We got off ar 3 places. The last place was Bondi Beach. We got to the bus before 4pm to catch the hop on hop off bus. After waiting for over 30 minutes, we called and was told there is no more bus service. Which means that's the end of our $69.00 ticket we only used for 5 hrs? Please explain what you mean by 24 hrs. How does it work if the bus starts at 9 and finishes at 4pm? Thanks
Christine
Sep 2024Verified booking
We had the joint ticket to do the Sydney & Bondi ride. We had planned at changing at Central but there was no announcements. Therefore we ran out of time to use the full ticket.
Janine
Aug 2024Verified booking
Booking Tickets online was easy. Ability to track the Bus on the App was handy and easy. Close up and Great views of all the sites from the top of the Bus. Interesting and informative commentary.
Bonnie
Aug 2024Verified booking
Drivers very helpful the bus was great as was the sunshine.... Loved the route. It's my favorite thing to do in a new city..
Andreas
Aug 2024Verified booking
Very good tour, good frequency and with the Bus Tour App also a clear display of where the buses are and how long they still need to get to the next stop!
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Eleanor
Aug 2024Verified booking
Good stops and good audio with friendly stagf however on more than one occasion on a day it was raining the guide wasted ten minutes or more explaining to people he hadnt enough dry seats and advising them re next bus instead of saying five left and next bus 15 mins and move on wasted s lot of time
Anna
Jul 2024Verified booking
That it was 24 hours. Commentary was good and we could see the most important parts of Sydney. Kids were free which was very helpful
Graeme
Jun 2024Verified booking
The narrated tour of Sydney for both Red and Blue routes was very informative. Even though years ago I worked at n the city, the few hours of the tour provided me with even more background on the city. Lunch at Bondi was great
Cynthia
May 2024Verified booking
There was a protest and no way to contact the bus company to see where we should of went to catch the bus instead of having to wait 2 hours
Yasuhiro
Mar 2024Verified booking
Has some issues getting our third batch of tickets. One teacher had a JCB card, but the other two of us succeded the first time and couldn't get the last 6 teenagers. We ended up having to pay cash. The ride was great though. So not all love but there was an overall a good experience.
Stella
Mar 2024Verified booking
It was well worth the price, we had purchased a 48hr ticket. So accessible, easy to hop,on and hop off.We did a complete red route and blue route tour. On the 2nd round we stopped.off at what we wanted to see and explore.Wonderful experience. Get it when you are in Sydney!!!
Courtney
Mar 2024Verified booking
The kids had an amazing time at the aquarium. Some points: - The bathrooms were disgusting, really dirty and smelt. - The lack of tables to eat something afterwards, as it was lunchtime when we finished.
Derrin
Feb 2024Verified booking
Miss most of it because so crowded. Mostly visitors fault for standing against the glass forever to look but must be a better way to keep people back so you can see anything. Or limit people at such busy times. Got about 40% seen. Thanks
Nancy
Jan 2024Verified booking
We've used Big Bus in many places, and it's always terrific! And we'll continue to use it if it's available wherever we go!
Lilian
Jan 2024Verified booking
It was an easy way to have a glance to the city marks. I whish there was more history on the bus audio instead of mostly music.
Buu
Jan 2024Verified booking
I had to canceled the experience coz my parents couldn't attend (unwell). As I couldn't get a refund for this unforeseen situation, I sold the tickets to another group. I hope they had a good time
Willie
Jan 2024Verified booking
I very much liked the narrator who explained the history about the buildings and other monuments. The experience with head out ticketing was also good.
Elizabeth
Jan 2024Verified booking
The combo ticket consisting of the Big Bus Hop-On, Hop-Off tour and Sea Life Sydney Aquarium gave us the opportunity to visit the most important sites in Sydney at our own pace. I highly recommend it to those visiting the city.
bley
Dec 2023Verified booking
Great experience! Very easy to take the bus, very well signposted. Earphone to listen to the explanations that work at the top of the bus but not at the bottom. Otherwise great!
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Combos
Combo: SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium + Taronga Zoo with Express Ferry Tickets
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AU$126
- With this money-saving combo, get access to SEA LIFE Sydney and see Aussie natives at Toranga Zoo with ferry transfers.
- See 13,000+ marine animals of 650 species at SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium. Encounter sharks, dugongs, penguins, and more in 14 themed zones.
- Experience the near-death thrill at the Shark Walk where nurse gray sharks float right above or get up close with sub-Antarctic Gentoo penguins.
- Cuddle with koalas or roll on the grass as you feed and interact with kangaroos at Australia’s premier zoo, the Toranga Zoo.
- Enjoy views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House from the water as you take a return rocket ferry from Circular Quay or Darling Harbour.
- With this money-saving combo, get access to SEA LIFE Sydney and see Aussie natives at Toranga Zoo with ferry transfers.
- See 13,000+ marine animals of 650 species at SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium. Encounter sharks, dugongs, penguins, and more in 14 themed zones.
- Experience the near-death thrill at the Shark Walk where nurse gray sharks float right above or get up close with sub-Antarctic Gentoo penguins.
- Cuddle with koalas or roll on the grass as you feed and interact with kangaroos at Australia’s premier zoo, the Toranga Zoo.
- Enjoy views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House from the water as you take a return rocket ferry from Circular Quay or Darling Harbour.
Inclusions
SEA LIFE Sydney
- Entry to SEA LIFE Sydney
- 8 digital photos
- Penguin expedition boat ride
Taronga Zoo with Express Ferry
- Entry to Taronga Zoo
- Return rocket ferry from Circular Quay or Darling Harbour
- Keeper talk and shows
SEA LIFE Sydney
- Tip: If you want to see the dugong feeding, plan your visit around 11am or 2:30pm, when the aquarium staff offer a live presentation and Q&A session.
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Restroom.
- Children aged 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Toranga Zoo with Express Ferry
- Tip: Take a walk of Taronga Zoo's diverse habitat zones, from the Australian Walkabout to the Big Cats' Trail, and enjoy daily free keeper talks, and bird and seal shows.
- Taronga Zoo Sydney and Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo is a smoke-free site. Smoking is prohibited in all zoo buildings, vehicles, and outdoor areas. Guests who do not comply may be removed.
- Taronga Zoo Sydney is 12 minutes from Circular Quay by ferry. Sydney Ferries services depart Circular Quay every 30 minutes.
- Please note that Toranga Zoo keeper talks, animal presentations, and show timings are subject to change.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Ian
Oct 2024Verified booking
We liked how big the aquarium is and that it had tonnes to look at-a drawback which totally isnt your fault was how busy it was at the time that we went- i find it crazy that adults push to the front(in front of children) to take pics of every exhibit. Favourites were the penguins, sharks and massive Rays
Barbara
Jul 2024Verified booking
There is no clear instruction on your online website that the scan for tickets must be done at the wharf before boarding so paper tickets for the zoo can be obtained there. Place well informed signage at the wharf and educate the staff involved I.e Ferry operators that paper tickets are required for zoo entry.
Courtney
Mar 2024Verified booking
The kids had an amazing time at the aquarium. Some points: - The bathrooms were disgusting, really dirty and smelt. - The lack of tables to eat something afterwards, as it was lunchtime when we finished.
Derrin
Feb 2024Verified booking
Miss most of it because so crowded. Mostly visitors fault for standing against the glass forever to look but must be a better way to keep people back so you can see anything. Or limit people at such busy times. Got about 40% seen. Thanks
Elizabeth
Jan 2024Verified booking
The combo ticket consisting of the Big Bus Hop-On, Hop-Off tour and Sea Life Sydney Aquarium gave us the opportunity to visit the most important sites in Sydney at our own pace. I highly recommend it to those visiting the city.
Yvonne
Jul 2024Verified booking
It's easy to get online tickets with QR code. The venue is fairly small and it was busy when we went in.
Christine
Jun 2024Verified booking
I enjoyed the bus tour and the freedom to jump on and off the bus depending on what you wanted to explore!
Edgardo
Mar 2024Verified booking
The tube glass underwater experience was awesome. My kids enjoyed it.
Doris
Mar 2024Verified booking
Almost everything, my grandchildren have a wonderful time. They are loved the penguins ride very much too
Deborah
Mar 2024Verified booking
It was excellent but too expensive sadly.
Anthony
Feb 2024Verified booking
Excellent its look nice and beautiful, I really enjoy.
Margaret
Feb 2024Verified booking
We wanted to see the Dugong and we did see him frolicking in the water. WEL worth the visit
Jodie
Feb 2024Verified booking
Great experience at the Aquarium! Lots of wonderful things to see. A must for anyone heading to Darling Harbour.
Amandeep
Feb 2024Verified booking
Overall it was fantastic 👏..ticket experience was also very good
Flora
Feb 2024Verified booking
Very rich experience with an impressive variety of sea animals
Adrienne
Jan 2024Verified booking
Quick and easy to lurchase tickets and got a small discount...every bit helps.
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Meet 'Pig' the Dugong
Dugong Island at SEA LIFE Sydney is home to the unofficial mascot of the aquarium, Pig. The dugong aka ‘sea cow’ looks like a cross between a dolphin and a manatee, and is a sea mammal. The exhibit is also home to zebra sharks, eagle rays, and blue tangs.
Explore all your SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium ticket options
General admission tickets
Best for: Exploring the SEA LIFE Aquarium
Duration: Flexible
These tickets give you access to all the exhibits of the SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium. Your ticket also includes the Penguin Expedition boat ride and complementary, digital photos to take home as souvenirs.
Recommended ticket:
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Tickets
Multi-attraction passes
Best for: Sightseeing the Darling Harbour
Duration: Flexible
Choose from up to four attractions, including SEA LIFE Sydney, WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, Madame Tussauds, and Sydney Tower Eye, all located within walking distance in the city center. Get great savings of up to 50% in entry tickets, and see more without the hassle of traveling.
Recommended ticket:
Sydney Multi-Attraction Pass
Combo tickets
Best for: Exploring more of the city
Duration: Flexible
These combo tickets include general admission to the aquarium along with other attractions like the Taronga Zoo. You get to explore the city at your own pace, and have transport options to get you to your next destination.
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Discounted tickets
Infants under 2 get free entry, while children between the ages of 3 and 15 enjoy reduced ticket prices.
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Things to see at the SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
Day and Night on the Reef
Watch the days transform into nights and see how life flourishes at the Great Barrier Reef. In this zone, you'll encounter animals like jellyfish, sharks, and turtles.
Penguin Expedition
Meet the stunning sea birds of Macquarie Island. Get up close to the Gentoo and King penguin colony on your boat ride through the exhibit and watch as they waddle, slide, and splash around.
Shark Valley
Continue your trip deep beneath the sea to encounter grey nurse sharks, wobbegong sharks, and gigantic black cods in the Shark Valley exhibit. Keep your eyes peeled for the massive smooth stingray, while you're there!
Dugong Island
Say hello to Pig the in-house dugong, and his aquatic pals, including eagle rays, zebra sharks, and blue tangs, at this must-visit exhibit.
Discovery Rockpool
Visit the unique rockpool, aka one of the only open exhibits at the aquarium, to learn and interact with sea stars, shark eggs, and shells. This exhibit is a favorite among kids.
South Coast Shipwreck
Learn about the animals of the Southern Oceans within this beached shipwreck environment. Little penguins, sea horses, octopuses, and black breams are some of the residents you'll meet here.
Sydney Harbour
Sydney Harbour is as beautiful below ground as it is above! Get a glimpse of 600+ species of fish, including lionfish, old wives, boxfish, and crayfish.
Jurassic Seas
Discover the unique hagfish, lungfish, moray eel and mudskipper while learning about their evolution over the centuries. This zone is equal parts exciting and informative for the young and old.
Plan your visit to the SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
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Getting there
Facilities
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Dining
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SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium is open daily from 10am to 5pm, including weekends and public holidays.
Recommended duration: It takes about 1.5 to 2 hours to explore the entire aquarium. Your ticket has a flexible validity, so feel free to spend as long as you like inside.
Best time to visit the aquarium
Since the aquarium is indoors, you can visit any time of year without worrying about the weather. Tourist season in Australia is from December through February, so you may find it busier than usual at the aquarium and other attractions. If you want to avoid the crowds but still experience some of that good weather, consider visiting in November or March.
Mondays through Fridays are comparatively less crowded than weekends, so if you have the option to visit on a weekday, go for it!
Address: 1-5 Wheat Rd, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia | Find on maps
Travel options to reach the aquarium
- By car: Reach SEA LIFE Sydney by taking the A4 via the M1 and M5 and then following the road signs.
- By train: Town Hall and Wynyard stations are both within walking distance of the aquarium. From Wynyard or Town Hall, travel west down the hill towards Darling Harbour on King Street or Market Street.
- By ferry: Every half-hour, public ferry services to Darling Harbour operate from Circular Quay Wharf 5.
- By bus: If you are taking the Big Bus Sydney, get out at the SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium stop on Wheat Road, which is just beneath the footbridge.
- Parking: There is paid parking at 100 Murray Street, Citi Park Car Park, Darling Park Car Park, and many others nearby.
- Wheelchair accessible (complimentary wheelchairs available)
- Service animals allowed
- Free entry for caregivers
- Baby changing rooms
- Paid parking
- Dining outlet
- Gift shop
- Restrooms
- All individuals aged 15 and below must be accompanied by an adult.
- Alcohol and outside foods are not allowed inside the aquarium.
- Commercial photos can only be clicked within SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium by authorized vendors.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the aquarium.
- Make sure to carry a contactless/tap card for all monetary transactions at the aquarium, since they are a cashless establishment.
- There is a lot to see at SEA LIFE Sydney; make sure to carry a map with you to plan your route through the aquarium. You can get these maps at the entrance or download them beforehand.
- Wear comfortable shoes and clothing since you will be doing a lot of walking inside the aquarium.
Cockle Bay Yacht Club: Stop by this restaurant for a hearty lunch or a quick bite during your aquarium visit. They serve food made from the freshest ingredients from local farms. P.S.: They are pet friendly!
Helm Bar & Bistro: Head here for some cocktails and food, served with stunning views of the Harbour. The place has old-school charm and the food menu includes buffalo wings, sliders, antipasto platters and more.
Baia The Italian: Grab Italian grub at this waterfront bistro in the Darling Harbour. Feast on Tiger prawn aglio olio, gnocchi, bruschetta, and much more while you're there.
I'm Angus Steakhouse: Dig into some of the finest Australian steaks paired with a glass of wine from their extensive selection, and you have the perfect steakhouse experience. Don't miss out on the BBQ pork ribs and Wagyu beef burgers.
WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo: Meet the Big 5 of Australia aka, kangaroos, crocodiles, koalas, platypuses, and wombats, all under one roof!
Sydney Tower Eye: You're bound to get the best panoramic views of Sydney from the highest viewpoint. Head over to this 309m high observation deck and see the city from a different POV.
Australian National Maritime Museum: Learn about historic Aboriginal and European explorers, their travels, discoveries, and more at this iconic museum in Sydney.
Sydney Opera House: Take a guided tour of one of the world's most recognized buildings. Your tour guides will teach you about the building's history and architecture, and give you lots of other fun facts.
Frequently asked questions about SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium tickets
What are the types of SEA LIFE Sydney tickets available?
There are three types of SEA LIFE Sydney tickets that you can choose from: General admission tickets that gives you full access to the aquarium, multi-attraction passes that lets you visit three more attractions — WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, Madame Tussauds, and Sydney Tower Eye — in addition to the aquarium, and lastly combo tickets which give you a chance to explore more of Sydney and provides commute options that can get you to and from the attraction.
What is the cost of SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium tickets?
General admission ticket to the aquarium starts at AU$38.40. Multi-attraction passes start at AU$65 for two attractions, and combo tickets start at AU$107.
Are there discounts available on SEA LIFE Sydney tickets?
Yes! Infants under the age of 2 get free entry and those between the age of 3-15 enjoy reduced pricing on their aquarium tickets. You can also save up to 55% on tickets by getting the multi-attraction passes and combo tickets.
How can I book tickets to SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium?
The best way is to book your SEA LIFE Sydney tickets online, for the best prices and deals. Additional benefits include getting confirmed slots at your preferred time, and mobile tickets that are convenient and contactless. Alternatively, you can also purchase your tickets at the venue, but at the risk of it being sold out on the date of your arrival.
What's included in my SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium tickets?
General admission tickets to SEA LIFE Sydney include unlimited access to all eight exhibits, including the boat ride at the Penguin Expedition exhibit. You can also get complimentary digital photos taken at the aquarium, which make for a great souvenir to take home.
Is it worth visiting SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium?
Absolutely! The SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium is home to a variety of fascinating interactive zones and exhibits that will teach both adults and kids about marine creatures, their behavior and habitats. From animal feedings, to penguin-spotting boat rides, and more, there's plenty to see and do at the aquarium.
When should I visit SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium?
The aquarium is open every day from 10am to 5pm. It's best to visit on weekdays to avoid the weekend crowds. The best time of the year would be in November or March, to avoid the worst of the peak season rush and get some of the summer sun and clear skies, making it the perfect weather to explore Sydney and its attractions.
How do I get to SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium?
SEA LIFE Sydney is located on the Darling Harbour at the Central Business District of Sydney. Address: 1-5 Wheat Rd, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia | Find on maps. You can reach the aquarium by bus, train, ferry, and car.
Is photography permitted at SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium?
Yes! Feel free to take as many pictures and videos you want. However, the use of flash photography and videography is strictly prohibited, owing to the safety of the animals.