SEA LIFE Scarborough: Standard Entry Ticket

SEA LIFE Scarborough

Available to 9 November 2025

Book now from £16.00

EXCLUSIVE 20% MERLIN DISCOUNT

Enjoy Christmas fun at SEA LIFE Scarborough this festive season - included in your entry tickets! 

Join Snowy's Conservation Crew at SEA LIFE Scarborough this Christmas! 

Snowy is on a mission to try and help the animals of the North Pole have a great festive period and an even better, safer future.​ Join Snowy and meet some of the incredible arctic animals as well as the amazing SEA LIFE regulars and learn all about them and how you could help to keep them safe.​

Take on the challenges, find the answers, learn about the oceans and have loads of fun! Join​ Snowy's Conservation Crew from the 30th of November to the 23rd of December 2024, with entry being included in your standard admission tickets

Book SEA LIFE Scarborough tickets for one of the best aquariums in Yorkshire

Discover an amazing underwater world on this fun family day out in Yorkshire - one of the best things to do with kids in Scarborough!

Please note: SEA LIFE Scarborough are currently undergoing essential works, this may restrict access to certain areas of the attraction during your visit. 

There's so many things to do and see at SEA LIFE Centre Yorkshire

Become mesmerised by the magnificent marine life the moment you step into SEA LIFE Centre, Scarborough:

  • Step inside the incredible 200,000-litre Ocean Tunnel and experience marine life from all-angles!
  • Explore a collection of over 2500 creatures in this incredible aquatic adventure
  • See an incredible array of animals: sharks, turtles, rays, penguins, otters, seahorses, seals and many more!
  • Meet green tree pythons, poison dart frogs and monkey-tailed skunks in the Rainforest Adventure!
  • Catch Nemo and friends in the aquarium's Coral Cove exhibition!
  • Learn fascinating facts about the animals you'll encounter on the handy fact sheets!
  • Visit Penguin Island and say hello to your favourite frosty friends!
  • Head to Otter River and watch the adorable animals snack on their favourite treats - peanuts!
  • Get up-close and interactive with the creatures in the Rockpools: touch the Sea Anemone!
  • Check out the animal feedings and observe the aquarium experts care for the majestic marine life!
  • See the Seal Hospital and Seal Pool: Yorkshire's only seal sanctuary with resident seals, Mando, Pendle, Boo and Ed!
  • The Adventurer's Grill: Fill your belly with delicious hot meals, kids food and picnic boxes!
  • Pack a picnic and indulge yourself in homemade treats in the picnic areas!
  • If you've still got energy to burn, swing by the Beach Bites Outdoor Adventure Playground!

Whether you're looking for a fun day out in Scarborough, a family-fun day out in Yorkshire or just something to do with the kids on the weekend, SEA LIFE Scarborough guarantees a great family experience!

Included in your SEA LIFE Scarborough ticket:

  • Entry into the SEA LIFE Centre at your chosen 10-minute time slot
  • Book online and save per ticket!
  • Under 2's go free!

Experience one of Scarborough's best tourist attractions

With so much to see and do at SEALIFE Centre in Scarborough, your day out in Yorkshire will be filled to the brim with interactive adventures, exciting activities and of course, family fun!

Dive in and discover thousands of marine creatures in this unique world of water on one of the best days out in Yorkshire!

Book SEA LIFE Scarborough tickets now for a fantastic family-friendly day out in Yorkshire!

Scarborough YO12 6RP,
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How to find us

Address: Sea Life Scarborough, Scalby Mills Road, Scarborough, YO12 6RP

What3Words: deeper.leaves.darling

By Train:

  • Scarborough Train Station: A short bus ride away

By Car:

  • Sat Nav: YO12 6RP
  • Parking: Free parking outside the Aquarium between November & February. Scalby Mills Road is also available for free parking all day.

 

  • Toilets
  • Baby-changing
  • Food & Drink
  • Free parking

The SEA LIFE Centre in Scarborough is fully accessible, however due to the age and design of the building, alternative routes will need to be taken at certain points. 

  • There is an access lift in the gift shop
  • There's a designated accessibility route
  • A large disabled toilet is located on the ground floor
  • Carers are offered one free admission ticket: Proof of eligibility may be required. 

Yes!

  • The Adventurers Cafe sells a wide range of quality hot and cold food suitable for both adults and children.
  • If you would prefer to bring your own picnic, there are picnic benches outside at Beach Bites Kiosk, which also serves hot and cold snacks. 
  • There are more picnic benches besides the seal pool. 

SEA LIFE Scarborough welcomes everyone from all age groups!

  • Adult tickets apply to individuals aged 15+
  • Child tickets are for children aged 4 - 14
  • Children under 2 go free but must be booked in!

There are multiple talks and displays that you can see at SEA LIFE Centre Scarborough:

  • Otter Madness: 11am & 2pm
  • Seal Spectacular: 11:30am & 2:30pm
  • Penguin Playtime: 12pm & 3pm
  • Native Sharks and Rays: 1pm
  • Rainforest Talk: 12:30pm & 3:30pm

Unfortunately, due to the wellbeing of the marine creatures, only assistance dogs are allowed into the Sea Life Centre. 

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