🌊 Explore SEA LIFE Brighton
🏛️ Historic Victorian Aquarium
Built in 1872, this stunning aquarium blends Victorian architecture with modern marine conservation. Walk beneath beautiful brick archways and experience the magic of the ocean in a truly unique setting.

🐠 Themed Interactive Zones
Journey through 6 themed zones, from the Coral Reef and Rainforest Adventure to the incredible Day & Night Ocean Experience, which lets you see the underwater world transform across a full 24-hour cycle.

🐢 Ocean Tunnel & Viewing Area
Stroll through the underwater tunnel and marvel as sharks, rays, and turtles glide gracefully above you. Spot thousands of tropical fish and enjoy stunning close-up views of the ocean’s most fascinating creatures.

🛶 Glass-Bottom Boat Ride
Take to the water and see marine life from a whole new perspective on the Glass-Bottom Boat - a unique experience available only at SEA LIFE Brighton!

🐸 Rainforest Adventure
Explore the sights and sounds of the jungle as you encounter frogs, terrapins, and other exotic rainforest creatures in this vibrant, family-friendly zone.

🌈 Coral Reef & Jellyfish Discovery
Be dazzled by the colourful coral reefs, glowing jellyfish, and incredible marine life from around the world. Learn how these delicate ecosystems thrive and why they’re so vital to the planet.

🔍 Behind the Scenes Tour
Go behind the scenes with SEA LIFE’s expert team to see how the aquarium operates. Learn about breeding programmes, marine care, and even meet some of the aquarium’s baby residents!

🐢 Why Visit SEA LIFE Brighton

• World’s oldest operating aquarium, opened in 1872
• Home to over 5,000 marine creatures
• Discover 6 themed zones including Day & Night Ocean
• Experience the Glass-Bottom Boat and Ocean Tunnel
• Explore the Rainforest Adventure and Coral Reef
• Educational, immersive, and family-friendly
• Located right on Brighton’s famous seafront

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For even more fun, upgrade to a SEA LIFE Package and enjoy the Virtual Reality ocean experience, plus a free guidebook or mission pack for the kids!

📍 Visitor Information
📅 Open year-round
📍 Location: Marine Parade, Brighton, BN2 1TB
🚗 Parking: Nearby public car parks available
🕓 Average visit time: 1.5–2 hours
👶 Best for: Families with children aged 2–12

General Information

• Children under 2 enter free.
• Visitors 15 years and over require an adult ticket.
• There is no on-site parking at SEA LIFE Brighton, however, there is limited parking along the seafront. The nearest NCP is under the Waterfront Hotel, a short walk from the Centre.

Accessibility:

• A ticket-holding disabled guest can be issued a free carer ticket upon presentation of relevant documentation.
• The one area of SEA LIFE Brighton which does not have full access is the Ocean Display in the auditorium. However, this display can also be seen from the Ocean Tunnel, which is accessible.
• There is an accessible restroom on site.

Baby Facilities

• There are baby changing facilities available at SEA LIFE Brighton.
• The aquarium is buggy accessible except for the auditorium area, however, this can be viewed from the Ocean Tunnel.
• There is a buggy park located opposite the toilets where buggies can be left at your own risk.

Other Facilities

• There is a coffee shop offering snacks and refreshments in the Victorian Arcade opposite the Ray Pool.
• The on-site gift shop offers a wide range of gifts and souvenirs.