- Address: 500 SeaWorld Drive, Mission Bay, San Diego 92109, USA
- Hours: Opens daily at 10am, closes at 5pm, 6pm or 7:30pm; hours vary seasonally
- Admission: General: US$69, Children (3-9yrs): US$59
SeaWorld San Diego
One of San Diego’s most popular attractions, SeaWorld is most famously know as the home of Shamu, the killer whale, who has become an unofficial symbol of the city. But the zoo has much more, including plenty of other whales, sharks, dolphins and penguins. And if you like your marine life choreographed, various special animal performances are held, too.
Indeed, San Diego SeaWorld’s highlights are its live shows, featuring trained dolphins, seals, sea lions, and killer whales. “Believe” is the most visually spectacular, a 30 minute show in which the three star performers – Shamu, Baby Shamu, and Namu – glide, leap, dive, and flip through the water while interacting with each other, their trainers, and the audience. In Penguin Encounter, several penguin species waddle and frolic in a habitat that faithfully simulates Antarctic living conditions. You’ll see dozens of sharks as you walk through the acrylic tube at Shark Encounter.
SeaWorld has several amusement park-style rides, including Journey to Atlantis, a combination flume ride and roller coaster, and Wild Arctic, a simulated helicopter flight followed by a walk past beluga whales and polar bears.
Practical Info
SeaWorld is located 5 miles (8 kilometers) northwest of downtown San Diego, just off Interstate 5, next to Mission Bay Park. You can also get here by bus. SeaWorld has many gift shops throughout the park, where you can purchase theme related gifts. Restaurants are plentiful as well, including bakeries, delis, seafood, and pizza places.
Tours & Tickets
SeaWorld® San Diego
Spend a full day exploring the awe-inspiring world of marine life at SeaWorld San Diego, where every encounter is a new adventure. Come face-to-face with ... Read more
Location: San Diego, California
Duration: Flexible
SeaWorld San Diego Day Tour from Anaheim
Enjoy a day in San Diego at SeaWorld®, a world leader in animal care and conservation. Here, you can see these magnificent marine animals through up-close ... Read more
Location: Anaheim, California
Duration: 11 hours (approx.)
SeaWorld San Diego Transportation and Admission
Experience a day of family-fun at SeaWorld San Diego, one of the world's premier marine adventure parks. With transportation and admission included, there's ... Read more
Location: San Diego, California
Duration: 7 hours (approx.)
San Diego Round-Trip Theme Park Transport: SeaWorld San Diego
Save yourself time and stress with this convenient round-trip transport option to SeaWorld San Diego. You'll be picked up from your San Diego hotel and driven ... Read more
Location: San Diego, California
Duration: 7 hours (approx.)
Guided Jet Ski Tour in San Diego
Take the ride of your life on a guided jet ski tour in San Diego. Cruise past Sea World as you enjoy the beautiful Mission Bay scenery, get a ... Read more
Location: San Diego, California
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Go San Diego Card
With access to 43 attractions, activities and tours all around San Diego, the Go San Diego™ Card offers something for everyone! Visit the San Diego Zoo, ... Read more
Location: San Diego, California
Duration: 1, 2, 3, 4 or 7 days
San Diego 3-for-1 Pass: SeaWorld, San Diego Zoo and Safari Park
Sunny San Diego is home to some of the best family attractions in Southern California, and you can enjoy three of them with this special 3-for-1 pass! Enjoy ... Read more
Location: San Diego
Duration: 7 days (approx.)
Southern California CityPASS: Disneyland Resort, SeaWorld San Diego and LEGOLAND California
Visit the most famous attractions in Southern California at one amazing price, and have plenty of time to see it all! With the Southern California CityPASS, ... Read more
Location: Anaheim - Buena Park, California
Duration: Flexible
Theme Park Transportation: SeaWorld San Diego from Anaheim
Go below the surface and above the waves at SeaWorld San Diego with this 'transportation only' option. This is the perfect option for those that do not wish to ... Read more
Location: Anaheim, California
Duration: 10 hours (approx.)
La Jolla and Mission Beach Trolley Tour
Find out why San Diego is famous for its beaches on this hop-on hop-off tour by trolley of La Jolla and Mission Beach. Pack your beachwear and spend time on ... Read more
Location: San Diego, California
Duration: 1 day (approx.)
