The World's Oldest Aquarium! Which sea creatures do you love the most? Colourful clownfish, magical seahorse or captivating jellyfish? Maybe you simply can't decide! Here at SEA LIFE Brighton you …
The World's Oldest Aquarium! Which sea creatures do you love the most? Colourful clownfish, magical seahorse or captivating jellyfish? Maybe you simply can't decide! Here at SEA LIFE Brighton you can make up your mind and see them all, over 5,000 of them! Our aim is to inspire love for the ocean and its animals by inviting guests to experience an amazing underwater world, that not only educates on incredible marine life but also galvanises support for its conservation through fun, interactive and educational experiences and our collaboration with our partner charity, the SEA LIFE TRUST- with every visit, guests don't just discover the beauty that lives underwater, they become its champions.
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Apr 22, 2025
SEA LIFE Brighton has a special charm it’s the world’s oldest operating aquarium, and the architecture alone is worth a visit. The Victorian arches and colorful lighting make it feel more like a magi…Full review by BeyondBordersTravelC
Apr 19, 2025
this was a nice experience apart from the see through boat.The glass on the bottom is dirty so you can’t really see thru.The women doing it was quite snappy and when asked questions she was quite rud…Full review by Road47117414503
Apr 16, 2025
one of the best days out also I reccomend seeing the turtles and manta rays also don't go on the boat when you see the turtles and sharks go under in the tube (it's free) but it's a bit crowdedFull review by dog_8624
How accessible is the aquarium given that it’s such an old building? I have a double buggy, but it fits through a standard doorway.
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No problem. Access from the beach opposite will be easier than the big steps leading down. Once inside, all areas are accessible with the double buggy with the exception of the …
No problem. Access from the beach opposite will be easier than the big steps leading down. Once inside, all areas are accessible with the double buggy with the exception of the tunnel. This is bypassed easily but there’s a buggy park you can leave the pram in while you hold the little ones. Have a great time. It gets very hot in there so don’t wrap up!
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