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SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo
Madame Tussauds Sydney
Sydney Tower Eye
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Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
SEA LIFE Aquarium
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You can join a tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
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Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
SEA LIFE Aquarium
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SEA LIFE Sydney
Taronga Zoo with Express Ferry
SEA LIFE Sydney
Toranga Zoo with Express Ferry
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.
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.
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SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Tickets
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.
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Sydney Multi-Attraction Pass
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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 is as beautiful below ground as it is above! Get a glimpse of 600+ species of fish, including lionfish, old wives, boxfish, and crayfish.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.