10/10 would recommend We had Kristo and Amber for our shark dive and they were both so friendly and energetic, they made the whole experience really enjoyable and easy. Sharks were absolutely awesome, such beautiful and peaceful creatures, crazy to witness so close. 10/10 would recommend.

Very good fun This is a really good aquarium and much bigger than you expect it to be from the outside. The penguin experience is very cool and we had great fun as a family.

Combo ticket is worth Perfect for an hour visit. Combo ticket is worth to visit the sea life aquarium, Madam Tussaud and Sydney Tower Eye. I can do three places at the same day since Sea Life Aquarium is next to the Madam Tussaud and Sydney Tower Eye is about 10 to 15 minutes walking distance.

Swimming with the fishes Had a Blast, Jason and Ayla were excellent and informative dive instructors, plus fun to be around.
Would highly recommend this experience to others, well worth it.

Penguins Had a lovely afternoon wandering through all the enclosures. The animals all looked well cared for.
Wouldn't que for the penguin ride if it is busy as it is very short. We were lucky because we were able to hop straight on, but I would have been disappointed if I had been queuing for ages, that said, the penguins were great.
Admission fee was reasonable and the staff were all cheerful, friendly and helpful

Excellent 2nd time doing this and Ayla and Amber were excellent in ensuring this was carried out safely and providing an unforgettable experience

The underwater world comes alive at this iconic attraction. Visitors can explore diverse aquatic habitats and marvel at fascinating marine creatures. Through interactive exhibits and educational displays, the aquarium offers an engaging experience for all ages. Captivating displays showcase various species, from playful penguins to majestic sharks. Ultimately, this destination provides an opportunity to learn about and appreciate the wonders of the ocean.

Sydney deserves a better aquarium Very old building, not up to date with new technologies. In the tunnels the parapet is too high and the child could not see well., Very crowded. It was a boring event for both the child and the adults, and all this is too expensive for such a low-grade experience.

Super cool great for the family. The penguins were under construction but should be up and running in a week (but we will be gone) definitely purchase ahead of time and bundle it if you plan on visiting anything else. Its a time thing so I would go earlier in the day but you run the risk of a school group which is cool and a lot at the same time
The tunnels... French kiss amazing. 10 out of 10 aquarium.

amazing experience. must try It was an amazing experience to see the underwater world and the fish, sharks, and other animals. kids will really like it and must see. lot of unique fish varities and also see the sharks, eel, sting ray etc so close

It was such a beautiful walk around Sea Life. It's a lot bigger than you think from the outside. The underwater experience is spectacular. We spent hours in there. I would avoid school holidays though, we went during the week non-school hols and it was still busy. But no queues. Get the deal for Madame Tussauds too. Very affordable!

The aquarium is a great place to visit with your kids. It's home to a diverse range of animals, and the penguin exhibit is definitely the highlight.

Be sure to check the schedule in advance so you can catch the penguin tour. Unfortunately, we missed it when we arrived, but it's still a wonderful place to explore with kids, families, or friends. I really enjoyed it.

We visited SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium on a rainy day and it was an excellent choice. The underwater tunnels with sharks, rays, and fish were very impressive, and although the penguin expedition ride wasn’t available, we still enjoyed seeing the penguins up close. A well-organized and enjoyable indoor activity in Sydney.

Shark dive xtreme The shark dive xtreme is a memorable and unforgettable experience. The girls were absolutely lovely and super supportive, and took the time to make sure I was comfortable and relaxed. Thank you sea life and thank you Nicky, Ali, Ayla and Amber for making this such an amazing experience for me!

Obsessed! So awsome!!!!! All the staff were SO LOVELY, especially our instructor Ayla! So friendly and patient, I felt so safe and looked after. Definitely recommend!! Will be back!! <3

Good, some tanks need to be expanded Very good, some tanks could be larger as they have a lot of fish species in and they seem to swim around in circles it mustn’t be good for them, especially those containing the sharks

Immersion among the sharks Excellent experience with Hope and Nicky ! Very professional, lovely and passionate people. The experience is safe and you are guided from the beginning to the end. Would highly recommend for anyone comfortable in the water !

It's a nice aquarium, definitely worth it. Perfect activity for a rainy day, just make sure to book in advance if it's high season (school holidays) because it gets packed. The highlights for me where the Sharks, penguins and the dugong!
If you need to pick between the aquarium and the Wild Life park next to it, definitely go for the aquarium!!

The aquarium is quite large and has many areas to visit. It is a suitable place for families to bring children to play on the weekend. My sister's children really enjoyed coming here and will come back next time.

Super enjoyed our first visit in SEA LIFE SYDNEY Aquarium. Lots of underwater/sea animals to see. No wait as we immediately able to enter since we bought our tickets online and booked our schedule the day before.

Food is available inside but only for light snack (more options outside if you need to eat proper meals). Make sure to wear comfortable shoes and clothes as you'll need to walk A LOT inside. Fun experience with the penguins and also able to hold/touch starfishes.

The aquarium is stunning, though I wish the windows were a bit cleaner. Still, the overall experience is definitely worth it. I particularly enjoyed the short boat ride through the penguin exhibit. It was amazing getting so close to the sharks. Despite its smaller size, I highly recommend this aquarium. However, I wouldn’t suggest visiting the nearby wildlife park, it didn’t seem worth the money.

Very large building with lots to do. There were a variety of fishes, sharks, sting rays and penguins.
It was very busy when I was there (weekday and school holidays) which was a negative for me. Would recommend going early in the morning and not during school holidays to avoid the crowd.

Not what it was in the past. Having been to Sea Life a number of years ago, we were looking forward to going back. Sorry to say, it really needs a good clean and a good update and possibly they need less people allowed into sections at each time. Was quite disappointed with how it is now compared to how it was in the past. If buying the ticket as a stand alone, I would save my money. Expensive and not at all how it used to be. Feels very tired.

Good deal Good deal with some of the good attractions in Sydney. If you plan to visit any of these, may as well go for the pkg for not that much more.

A waste of time and money - do not go A waste of time and money - do not go

Truly appaling experience.

Half the exhibits are empty, the rest are not interested.

Extremely dirty glass to see the sharks and fih, truly terrible viewing experience.

You spend most of your time walking around from one pointless exhibit to another.

Really disappointing.

Avoid at all costs. Really not worth your time.

Shark dive Laurie was a great instructor and provided an amazing experience with the dive, would definitely recommend and am keen to go again in the future

Disapponting Very Disappointed in the video which was 120 dollars on top of the experience. Also missing the photo taken at the sharks jaws.

Ok Ok type ok ok aquarium. it is not clean. glasses looks dirty. also fishes didn't have the details mentioned . really tough to understand what each fish name is.

not so great when compared to SEA- Singapore.

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium is a popular attraction in Sydney, Australia. It offers a variety of marine exhibits, including a large collection of fish, sharks, rays, and other sea creatures. Highlights include the Shark Walk, where visitors can see sharks swimming overhead, and the Great Barrier Reef exhibit, which showcases vibrant coral and tropical fish. The aquarium is well-regarded for its educational displays and interactive experiences, making it a great destination for families and marine enthusiasts alike. The overall experience is often praised for its engaging exhibits and well-maintained facilities.

One of the best aquariums in the world depicts the sea life meticulously with lots of information. We as a group enjoyed the weekend with friends. Children will enjoy the aquarium with more fun and joy. Needs more maintenance and visiter facilities.

Kids loved the experience. Lots to see as you walk around. We went on a wet and cold day so it was busy, but I thought it was going to be busier so that was nice. We took our own snacks/lunch to stop at the top and eat while we watched the dugong bob up and down to the surface. There is lots to spot and see. An interactive pool. There are some extra things to do at a cost. We didn't do.
The tunnel is cool and lots to view as you walk through or stop and look.

Great place to spend an afternoon with the kids. The price is discounted in the evening but not all the attractions are available. Don’t miss the dugong! The exhibits were very informative and interactive which the kids enjoyed. There is a bit of walking involved. There are ramps and the place is wheelchair friendly.

Sea Life Aquarium is a fantastic place to explore marine life! My family and I had a great time checking out all the different sea creatures. The tanks were colorful and fascinating, and we learned a lot about underwater ecosystems. It's a perfect outing for both kids and adults, and the staff were friendly and helpful. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area!

We went as a family to see all these wonderful creatures almost in their own habitat. Highlights for us were the Penguins as our youngest daughter has a bit of an obsession with these beautiful creatures and of course the Grey nurse sharks. Great place, had specials on when we went so tickets were basically half price. Whole family really enjoyed it.

This is a fantastic aquarium!! Great for all ages, I had a wonderful time! There is so much to see and big enclosures! I'm so glad I got to have these experiences. The Dugong speeches they have are really nice and informative!

Lots of fun, great use of space, lots to see :) I really enjoyed the short Penguin boat ride! (It’s pretty cold in there to sit the penguins but you’re only in there for a few minutes)

I was a bit disappointed that there wasn’t more signs/information on the sea creatures that I could read. They had monitors which cycled through profiles of the creatures but not as descriptive and interesting facts filled as it used to be.

This was a pretty big aquarium, my favourite part was the area and the tunnel with the sharks. But just my personal opinion, they had such a big variety of all species of fish and other animals. Overall it was a pretty fun experience. I loved the interior design of the place as well, it was very well done, considering the space constraints. There were a lot of interactive activities as well, which I enjoyed. A good place to visit if you're a tourist or just a marine life enthusiast.

This was a pretty small to average-sized aquarium, my favourite part was the dark UV light area and the tunnel with the sharks. But just my personal opinion, I do not know this area of expertise, but the tanks looked a little small for the fish. But overall it was a pretty fun experience. I loved the interior design of the place as well, it was very well done, considering the space constraints. There were a lot of interactive activities as well, which I enjoyed. A good place to visit if you're a tourist or just a marine life enthusiast.

Great attraction to see for young and old. Gets really busy during the school holidays so go early but just be patient and expect to wait at times. Lots to see and very fascinating inside. Sharks, sting rays, dugongs, jelly fish, starfish, and lots of types of fish, etc. Watching the feeding is also good fun.

Beautiful ????
My family and I travelled down by train to Central station and walked to Darling Harbour.
We were so impressed it was Beautiful.
The information is great and the Staff are fantastic
Loved this experience ❤️

Nice collection of sea life with plenty of educational sources and photo opportunities. The Penguin Ride was very fun. However a bit of a long walk and very crowded. Would recommend to go outside of busy times for a much better experience.

Best Sea-life Aquarium for sure!!! ???????????? Lots to see and learn. It’s really worth the money if you have the time to walk around and observe these animals habitats. So many sea animals which you wouldn’t find anywhere else either.
Highly recommend the behind the scene activity as well. It was very educational & gave depth to what we were looking at.

Great place.
Took my 2 girls 4 and 10, they both loved it, something for all ages. Mid week out of school holidays wasn't busy at all.. best way to spend a day playing hooky

Average aquarium. Long walks between exhibits Water is quite murky and exhibits look quite old. The penguin boar ride was closed. It's not worth the money from a visitation experience perspective. Hope the expensive entry fee goes to keeping the animals healthy and happy

Excellent choice to visit in Sidney Great place to visit in Australia. Spent quality time with my kids and mom. They have wheelchair service . Animals and fish in good shape and the madam tsseau figures almost felt real.

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Haven’t come here in quite some time and came for my son birthday $51 for an adult ticket. The price has increased quite a lot over the past few years. And a few in service attractions were closed like the arctic boat. Kids tried the VR $20 for two (extra cost). The penguins were so cute and the shark display was very big. My favourite was the dugón who was very playful with its keeper. Gift shop had so much to choose from. I’ll be back in another few years it hasn’t changed much pre covid. It was in all a nice outing for my son. I would recommend buying tickets online to save money.

When you arrive at a busy time, the line up you see first is actually for those who have already bought tickets and are waiting to enter SEA life. To buy tickets, you'll have to walk a bit further until you see the ticketing machines around the corner of the massive building. This is not clearly indicated and rather confusing.

We bought tickets for SEA life only, but you can buy combination tickets that allow you to visit other attractions like Madam Tussaud and Wild Life that are at the same location but separated from SEA life.

After lining up for about 10 minutes we were able to enter SEA life.
From the way the corridors and displays are designed, it felt they did their best to fit as much and a practical as possible in a limited space. It's pretty narrow and on a busy Saturday afternoon, it was tough sometimes to navigate through people and prams at the same time.

Overall, it's an amusing place to be on a rainy day with small kids. However, we don't recommend it if your aim is to learn all about Australia's sea life. There is relatively little explanation on what you're looking at in the aquaria. Also, don't expect a lot of interactive things to do.

We spent about two hours walking at a fairly low pace before reaching the exit. But do expect that about 70 percent is display of actual sea life and 30 percent is just corridors or elevated walkways.

This is such a great spot for a family funday, so many beautiful animals and such a sense of wonder watching them through the large viewing windows and tunnels. You can go at your own pace and enjoy the day how ever you like.

October 2023
Thank you for acknowledging the teachers. It was a great offer and we all enjoyed coming to the aquarium after many years.
It was very clean, well maintained, with awesome and friendly staff.

Rainy day activity Like the other sealife centres I've visited it displays a huge variety of fish and marine creatures. Loved the dudong called Pig. The dome walk is very nice and we stood for a while watching the graceful rays sweeping across. The penguin enclosure was fun, we didn't queue for the ride as there was a good half hour wait. We spent nearly 2 hours in there, perfect activity for a rainy day. Its conveniently located to get to other Sydney attractions nearby.

Initially, I thought I would not spend much time here because it was not giant as I saw it from outside. But I was wrong. Here are lots of beautiful glass tunnels underground! I thought if you were a sea life lover like my family, you could spend at least four hours enjoying it.

Quality of the place has deteriorated over the period.. the glass had stains which were distracting and probably hinting at maintenance issues. Staff are friendly and helpful.
PS: Thank you team@sealife for responding. Understand about the water. i was more pointing out unclean glass..it was deposits and dirt which has to be cleaned. its unclean glass and not unclean water. Fishes looked happy :)

Good family activity while visiting Sydney Nice aquarium in the heart of the waterfront district in Sydney. Lots of sea like to look at. The fun tunnel is a delight for many to see the sharks & fish swimming above and around you. We were not able to see any dolphin or penguin shows but there is the opportunity if you time your visit correctly. I enjoyed watching the manatees feeding on the lettuce.

Not a good experience I usually love going to underwater world/aquarium places in different countries and states, however today was not one of those days. Dirty glass/viewing screens ..everywhere. All my photos have dirty streaks in them.

Bought ticket from klook, just showed qr code for entry. Nice aquarium with many types of marine species including sharks, penguins and fishes. Really suit for family, enjoy mini boat trip to see cutie penguins.

Great place to visit and see some amazing animals. Our visit was great with a lovely lady keeper looking after the green frogs ???? gave my children a great talk with some very interesting facts and a memorable experience. Combo tickets better value if you have time to do more than one event.

Ok to visit for kids We enjoyed the visit, but we expected more and better . The aquarium was very crowded when we visited during the spring break and it made the visit difficult. It is more a place for kids to visit rather than adults.

Well located with easy access, Sydney sealife was a nice experience for us. It was our baby’s first visit and she loved it as much as we did. The specimens are very beautiful and different from other sealife. The place is very clean with nice staff. The souvenir shop is also very nice, with a range of gifts that can be bought.

We did some photo with magic memories but none were available on the add nor online and we haven’t had any feedback or email from them - very unprofessional

Awful, very disappointing. The ticket selling area at Darling Harbour was slow and the man there was new very slow and unsure of himself. He was apologetic but in a busy school holiday period he should not have been left there to struggle without adequate training.
I had my two young grandchildren with me both hungry. Finally got to a snack bar and all they had was hot dogs, crisps and lollies.
The whole place needs a good clean and refurbishing. The under water tunnels were grotty and the glass needed a good clean. The penguin area should be reported to the RSPCA.
We finally arrived at the cafe. My grandchildren read the signs and asked for a sausage roll each. I stood in the queue until it was my turn only to be told there were no sausage rolls left, This was 12.30 lunchtime in school holidays. I went back to the children and they decided hot chips would do. Back in the queue I went only to be told they were also sold out of chips.
The tables in the cafe were dirty and needed painting.
It was an expensive day out and one I will NEVER attempt again.
Barry Jackson