Explore an underwater world at the Sea Life London Aquarium

Commence your visit by walking over glass windows offering brilliant views into the aquarium’s Pacific display. Marvel at one of the ocean’s most majestic creatures as they pass by right underneath your feet. You’ll be able to spot the Sand Tiger Shark which looks ferocious but, in fact, isn’t dangerous to humans, the Nurse Shark with a funny moustache full of taste-buds, and Lesser Spotted Dogfish which are opportunistic predators about 80cm in length.

Get a good look at the creatures that reside in the coastlines around the world. You’ll certainly come across the sparkling silver shoal of sand eels and the Common Octopus, said to be a smarter relative of the snail. In one of the shallow Atlantic zones, you’ll get to a lagoon that is populated by stunning Rays. Watch these graceful creatures swim by and observe their features such as gills and mouth. If you’ve got an eye for detail, you may even spot a Ray’s egg hidden in the seabed.

If your bucket-list includes stroking a Starfish or tickling a Sea Anemone, you’ve arrived at the right spot. Experts at the aquarium will guide you through this experience which lets you learn more about the sea creatures’ intriguing micro-habitats. Rockpools are essentially created from water left behind when the tides go out. The creatures that inhabit these shallow pools include Starfish which are bloodless and can regrow their arms if bitten away by a predator, Sea Anemone which is colorful by looks and closely related to the jellyfish family, and Crabs which are known for their armour-like external skeletons.

The Open Oceans section is where you can see plenty of tropical fish such as Triggerfish, Purple Tangs, Snappers, to mention a few. The Ocean Tunnel lets you take a stroll under the sea with spectacular views of marine life. Green Sea Turtles are a common sight when you’re in the Ocean Tunnel. If observing sharks is your thing, then the Ship Wreck zone is your best bet. Watch many sharks whizz by, including the section’s favorite attraction - a Bowmouth Guitarfish called Betty which is half-shark and half-ray.

This newly opened section lets you dive straight into the habitat of U.K’s largest living coral reef along with plenty of cardinalfish, regal tangs, and clownfish for company. The coral reef is truly a spectacle of colours and even transitions between day and night. Get a first-hand experience of how it feels to be ‘fishy’ as you make your way through the reef just like its residents would.

This is where you get to see seahorses, which are often considered mythical creatures, in all their true glory. Along with seahorses, you’ll also spot Seadragons and pipefish. Watch seahorses slowly feast on tiny shrimp with their narrow snouts and purple-striped seadragons (only when it’s not their breeding period) go past the window. It would also be worth knowing that these are only three species where the males can give birth.

In case you feel like taking a break from the waters, the Rainforest Adventure is a great halt. Here, you get the opportunity to observe various kinds of creepy crawlies, adorable crocs, and anxious critters. Pop-up displays allow you to view the massive Goliath Bird Eating Tarantula. In addition to this, you can spot West African Dwarf Crocodiles and a large colony of leaf-cutter ants and also watch piranhas being fed. This section may not exactly be for the faintest of hearts!

Enter the frozen world of the Antarctic and understand how ‘chill’ the life of Gentoo penguins actually is. As the temperatures keep dropping, you’ll come across even greater discoveries in this frosty landscape. The stars of the section are (for obvious reasons) the colony of Gentoo penguins whose quirky movements will leave you in splits.

It is as important to learn and understand the significance of conserving marine life just as much as watching and observing them in their natural habitats. The Conservation Cove is all about showcasing their efforts put in by the Sea Life Trust to protect and revive endangered aquatic species in addition to offering sustainable seafood guides to make us more responsible consumers.

Step into U.K’s largest jellyfish experience and learn about the captivating world of jellyfish by way of three distinct interactive zones. Zone 1 is where you discover jellyfish and understand their evolution. Zone 2 lets you understand their behavior in detail while Zone 3 is sure to WOW you and apparently cannot be spoiled.

The ice-covered landscapes of the North and South Poles projected in augmented reality are what await at the aquarium’s Polar Adventure. Meet wonderful creatures that are accustomed to these conditions both beneath and over the ice. The list of animals you’ll stumble into during Polar Adventure includes Artie The Polar Bear, friendly seals, Belugas, Spider Crabs, and more. The hurricane machines successfully recreate the feel of being in a polar zone.

Yes. Sea Life London Aquarium has reopened its doors to the public with many safety and social distancing measures in place to ensure that all visitors have a safe experience.

Depending on your choice of ticket, Sea Life London Aquarium ticket price will vary. However, you can expect a standard entry ticket to cost you around £27.

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, it has been made mandatory to pre-book your Sea Life London Aquarium tickets.

While there are no restaurants at Sea Life London Aquarium, you’ll find vending machines that offer a variety of snacks and beverages.

Sea Life London Aquarium is located along the river Thames, right next to the London Eye. SEA LIFE London Aquarium, County Hall, Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1 7PB

You can take the subway to Waterloo Underground Station and walk the rest of the way to the aquarium, which is around 5 minutes away.

While there are no Sea Life London parking facilities, you can park your vehicle at the nearby Q-Park Westminster Car Park at a 30% discount.

Monday to Wednesday, Friday and Sunday: 10.00 AM to 4.00 PM, Thursday: 11.00 AM to 4.00 PM, Saturday: 10.00 AM to 5.00 PM.