SEA LIFE Great Yarmouth
Great Yarmouth, Norfolk
About SEA LIFE Great Yarmouth
Sea Life Great Yarmouth is a captivating marine-themed family day out located on the picturesque coast of Norfolk, England - next to the iconic Wellington Pier! This popular attraction offers visitors an incredible opportunity to explore the enchanting world beneath the waves.
Boasting a vast array of fascinating creatures, interactive exhibits, and educational presentations, Sea Life Great Yarmouth promises an unforgettable and engaging experience for all ages!
Are you ready to dive into this underwater adventure?
Things To See And Do at SEA LIFE Great Yarmouth
Explore the wonders of the ocean at SEA LIFE Great Yarmouth and get up close with over 1,500 amazing creatures. Take a walk underwater, 250,000 litres of seawater, to be exact! Come eye-to-eye with sharks in the 250,000-litre Tropical Ocean Display & Tunnel! It's seriously impressive, and it might even be your favourite display. You'll be mesmerised by 1000s of tropical fish, tropical sharks, and, if you're lucky, some beautiful jellyfish. Don't forget to say hello to Noah, the green sea turtle.
One of the best parts of your visit will be the animal interactions. It's a truly absorbing experience. Get ready to see an array of creatures, from adorable Humboldt penguins and clownfish to juvenile blacktip reef sharks; you'll get to meet them all. You may even see penguin feeding! Make sure you try the Rockpool Experience, too. There, your little explorers will have the chance to touch real star fish in the shallow water.
But that's not all! Venture deep into the Rainforest to see some funky creepy crawlies in the bug display! Get up close and personal with the African millipede, axolotl, African dwarf crocodile, poison dart frogs, and more.
Up for some learning? Uncover the secrets of life under the sea with daily fun talks and animal feeds. You can even test your creature knowledge in their free quiz trail around the centre - complete with a cute mission book. Oh, and don't leave SEA LIFE Great Yarmouth before you've visited the extensive gift shop. You will want to buy a souvenir of your day surrounded by the beautiful creatures of the sea.
Head on over to SEA LIFE Great Yarmouth for an aquatic adventure unlike any other! With an awesome array of creatures to see, daily talks, an adventure quiz and special events throughout the year, this aquarium should definitely be on your day-out bucket list!
SEA LIFE Great Yarmouth Reviews
Parent blogger Counting To Ten said:
"There is a new Rock Pool Explorer Experience where after washing your hands you can touch or hold a couple of creatures. On our visit there were sea anemones and starfish in the rock pools here and my children learnt lots from this hands on exhibit. There are also activity points as you go round where you can learn about the creatures in the tanks."
"Lovely aquarium. Lots to see all the way round. We got to hold a stick insect and touch a star fish. We collect pressed pennies and were able to get one here. You couldn't fill a whole day here but it was a really good experience. Madussa was freaky" - Abi
Why Day Out With The Kids recommends SEA LIFE Great Yarmouth
- Over 1500 incredible creatures - perfect for aquatic creature lovers in the family!
- Variety of marine life exhibitions on display, including the incredible underwater tunnel and Ocean Tropical display!
- Educational talks, feeds & creature encounter experiences!
Plenty Of Amazing Marine Exhibits
Sea Life Great Yarmouth features a wide variety of marine exhibits that allow visitors to get up close with an array of sea creatures. From mesmerising jellyfish displays to interactive rock pools where you can touch starfish and crabs, the diversity of the exhibits provides an educational and engaging experience for all ages. The aquarium also houses sharks, rays, seahorses, and tropical fish, ensuring that there is always something new and exciting to discover.
You Can Sleepover At The Aquarium!
Did you know you can sleep over at SEA LIFE Great Yarmouth?! It's an exciting opportunity and magical experience for kids and adults. You can sleepover inside the Ocean Tunnel with sharks, turtles and rays swimming above you as you drift off to sleep. It's an unforgettable memory for all the family!
Lots Of Interactive Experiences!
Sea Life Great Yarmouth offers several interactive and immersive experiences that enhance the visitor's journey. Highlights include the ocean tunnel, where you can walk through an underwater tunnel surrounded by sharks and other marine life, giving you a 360-degree view of the underwater world. There's also the Rock Pool Explorer experience with chances to get up close and even stroke creatures! Don't miss Rainforest Ranger and discover all the creepy crawlies and fish found in the Amazon.
Facilities
Toilets
Gift Shop
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Opening Times
- Monday, 10:00 - 15:00
- Tuesday, 10:00 - 15:00
- Wednesday, 10:00 - 15:00
- Thursday, 10:00 - 15:00
- Friday, 10:00 - 15:00
- Saturday, 10:00 - 15:00
- Sunday, 10:00 - 15:00
Last entry 1.50pm
SEA LIFE Great Yarmouth is open from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm during the summer holidays.
Opening times vary, please see website for more details.
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (4-17) : £16.00
- Adult (17-18+) : £18.00
Prices are Adults from £18 and Child from £16. Under 2s are free.
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 2 - 3 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
Food & Drink Options
Enjoy paninis, pizzas, sandwiches and sweet treats at the on site restaurant.
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Transport Information
By Train
You can walk to SEA LIFE Great Yarmouth from the nearest train station, Great Yarmouth Station. It's a 26-minute walk from the station and a 7-minute taxi ride.
By Bus
There are local buses that stop on Marine Parade only a short distance from SEA LIFE Great Yarmouth.
By Car
Follow the A47 from Norwich into Great Yarmouth and then follow the brown tourist signs to SEA LIFE. Or you can follow the A12 from Lowestoft into Great Yarmouth and then follow the brown tourist signs to SEA LIFE.
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Last Updated: 11:27 24/02/2026
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