SEA LIFE Brighton
Brighton Sea Life is the oldest operating aquarium in the world and is home to the largest collection of sharks and rays in the UK. Housed in a whopping 700,000-litre display are an impressive 840 marine creatures. These include Black Tip Reef Sharks, Zebra Sharks, Honeycomb Stingrays and Fan Tail Sting Rays amongst many other spectacular reef dwellers.
Things to do at SEA LIFE Brighton review
On arrival, you enter the Victorian Arcade. There are numerous individual aquariums of varying environments. Giving you the chance to explore British rock pools, stunning rays, intelligent Octopus and so much more. At the end of Victorian Arcade, you turn into The Rainforest adventure. You are greeted by some little frogs, a giant snake and a wealth of knowledge before you enter the main attraction.
At one end of the tunnel, you have breathtaking coral outcrops forming a backdrop to a stunning array of turtles and reef fish, such as Sweetlips, Sailfin Snappers, Butterflyfish and Clown Triggerfish. At the other end, nocturnal creatures such as the Popsicle Squirrelfish and Nurse Sharks emerge from their slumber and bring a new dynamic to the spectacle. There are submerged caves and hidden corners that reveal the mysteries of the ocean under darkness and the soft corals exude their mysterious glow.
It isn’t all about the submarine environment. You can learn so much from the surface too. In small parties of approximately 12, you get to glide gracefully across the 700,000-litre aquarium as one of their expert staff explains the life below you.
Further Information SEA LIFE Brighton
Is there food and drink available?
There is a small cafe located on-site.
What are the main things to do?
The oldest operating aquarium in the world with 840 marine creatures, rockpools, rainforest adventure and underwater tunnel. There are toilets, a shop and a small cafe.
What are the ticket prices?
If you just turn up and pay at the door it is a little pricey. £20.50 for an adult and £15.00 for a child. In advance adults are £15 and kids £11.50, with same-day return entry.
Prices are subject to change and/or discounts online.
Is there parking?
Paid parking is available in the numerous city-centre car parks and various street/parking metered spaces. All are within a short walk.
When are they open?
SEA LIFE Brighton is open all year round except for Christmas Day. For up-to-date opening times please visit their website.
Dog friendly?
Only assistance dogs are permitted.
Are they accessible?
Guest post with thanks to Ian from Dad’s Delicious Dinners.
