SEA LIFE Manchester Admission Ticket
4.3
839 Ratings
Stretford

Dive into SEA LIFE Manchester for close encounters with sharks, rays, and more. Perfect family fun with 5,000+ sea creatures and an ocean tunnel.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Sea Life Manchester - Begin your journey at SEA LIFE Manchester with our interactive Turtle Beach experience. This one-of-a-kind 3D projection guides you through the life cycle of a sea turtle, from egg to ocean!

Embark on an adventure into the world’s underwater cave systems and encounter some of the most bizarre and intimidating creatures. Get up close with our spiny lionfish or observe the toxic and dangerous porcupine fish, also known as the pufferfish.

Be captivated by the stunning moon Jellyfish in our interactive color-changing tank. Choose a color and see these unique creatures from a new angle as they drift gracefully and mysteriously. Did you know that Jellyfish lack brains, stomachs, blood, hearts, and eyes?

Discover the fascinating world of sharks, but first, you’ll be transported to a realm of deep-sea creatures hidden in a shipwreck. Try to spot our young common octopus, Octopus Prime, who loves to hide in the crevices of her tank. Walk under the viewing tank and watch our blacktip reef sharks swim above you!

Stroll under the sea through our incredible glass tunnel. Schools of shimmering fish swim alongside you while our massive green sea turtle Ernie glides overhead. Keep an eye out for our napoleon wrasse Bonaparte with his striking blue eyes and elegant fins.

Observe sharks and rays gliding effortlessly in our tropical ocean tank, surrounded by hundreds of vibrant ocean fish. Ernie the green sea turtle often comes to greet you here, and you can even see our divers and SeaTREK guests exploring the underwater world.

Enter Stingray Bay and be enchanted by our cheerful and smiling rays. Let their lively nature lift your spirits in this serene and magical space. Follow the rays around the tank and admire their swift movements, including our blue-spotted ray and Cal, our friendly rescued baby leopard shark.

Ever wanted to touch a starfish, tickle a sea anemone, or feel a crab’s shell? Now’s your chance at our interactive Rockpools! Our experts will be available to teach you more about these fascinating micro-habitats and the amazing creatures that inhabit them.

Finally, visit Conservation Cove to learn about our conservation efforts and partnership with the SEA LIFE Trust. Let your little ones participate in our interactive turtle game, helping baby turtles reach the sea!

Don’t miss our sandbox with hidden dangers you might find at the beach. Dig them out and discover what they are!

What's Included
  • Entry ticket
What's Not Included
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

SEA LIFE Manchester takes you on a journey into the incredible underwater realm. Get ready for breathtakingly close encounters with creatures ranging from modest starfish and seahorses to elegant rays and formidable sharks. Featuring a stunning ocean tunnel, 30 display tanks, and over 5,000 marine animals, SEA LIFE Manchester is an ideal destination for family entertainment! The only way to get closer would be to dive in! Small group limited to 5 travelers.

Location
Sea Life Manchester
Trafford Palazzo, Next to the Trafford Centre
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(839 Ratings)
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Thegoodwins2022
Jul 20, 2024
Turtle Feeding Experience Amazing! - We visited the sea life centre for a turtle feeding experience as a gift for my daughter’s 8th birthday. Elm and Kyle were our guides - they were really knowledgeable and super friendly. We had a brilliant time and will definitely be back - thank you so much.
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J3274jmcarolh
Jul 18, 2024
!Swim with Sharks! - a near miss!! - I had booked a !Swim with Sharks! for my grandson and my brother on Thursday 18th July, unfortunately they were delayed so were not going to get there in time for the 30 minutes prior to 2.00pm Sea Life - we explained the situation to the staff who contacted the staff at the cage and they agreed to wait for them to arrive {they did explain that there was a time limit, but the experience might have to be rearranged} - luckily they did arrive in time and thoroughly enjoyed their experience. All the staff we met/spoke to were all very professional, polite and very helpful.
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Hannahmt9942rt
Jul 14, 2024
Sealife says gay rights - Everything was wonderful! The gentleman on the front desk gave me one of his pins from his lanyard! I even gained a girlfriend while walking through the tunnel tank (very romantic)
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G2934nqlindag
Jul 13, 2024
Snorkelling with sharks - Had an amazing time snorkelling with sharks. Took my 11yr old grandsons who said that they would recommend it one million percent and advise any 11yr old to go . Jodie our guide was very informative and answered the ever constant questions. Such an incredible time was had by all .
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736hajrar
Jul 7, 2024
Amazing time at sea life!! - Me and my family had an amazing time! Not just from seeing the amazing and beautiful sea life but also from the excellent customer service. The female staff we met there were absolutely amazing! The women at the front desk and the VR place were extremely kind. Thank you for the great experience
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S1126opmikel
Jul 7, 2024
Brilliant for kids - Kids absolutely loved it! And we were 20 mins late due to traffic / weather and they let us in without question. All round great experience
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Wendyn892
Jul 22, 2024
Needs a pram storage area - Great day but needs somewhere to store prams and buggies found it very hard to carry a baby and navigate a pram single handed
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Al_t3486jn
Jul 12, 2024
Educational, awe inspiring and calming. - Pleasant, friendly staff. Smaller inside than I expected. I came for research purposes, found it a little dark for sketching but nonetheless grateful to see wild fish close up. Enjoyed the ocean tunnel with the rays sea turtles and sharks etc swimming overhead.
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Wildwilld22
Jul 16, 2024
Great location, and some decent exhibits - I did this with my merlin pass , so obviously was good value , and then I could do the rest of Trafford centre . All in all a good day out . The main tank has zebra sharks which are one of my favourite species , and also a large green turtle . There is a snorkelling cage in the main tank , which would give amazing views of the sharks , rays and turtle and that the spectators are also visible from the tunnel . I have done a similar experience elsewhere , and would love to do the snorkel cage . However the cage is booked at a flat rate per session for upto 4 people . It would be great value if I could persuade 3 more people to come with me , but alas no luck . The rest of the exhibits are pretty standard for sea life , doesn't have anything other places haven't got . The location with all-day free parking and other attractions makes for a really good day out .
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Michaelcu7018bx
Jul 11, 2024
So disappointing - Very disappointing. Lacklustre, cramped and extremely outdated. It cost £149.75 for 5 people, naive of me to expect that the experience would reflect that. The VR experience was so outdated, blurry and practically soundless. Would have been happier if it were half the cost, brass neck pricing for what you get in return. My advice is to avoid unless tickets are available for half price (and then some).
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