SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

Overview

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium at Darling Harbour is home to over 13,000 marine animals representing 700 species. Walk-through underwater tunnels, a living Great Barrier Reef exhibit, and Australia's largest dugong display make it one of the world's leading marine attractions.

Highlights

• Shark Valley: Two underwater tunnels with grey nurse sharks, stingrays, and sea turtles swimming overhead.
• Dugong Island: Two rescued dugongs — Pig and Wuru — in a 5-million-litre tank.
• Great Barrier Reef: A living coral reef exhibit with tropical fish, clownfish, and sea anemones.

History

Opened in 1988 for the Bicentenary as Sydney Aquarium, it was rebranded as SEA LIFE in 2012 after a AUD $10 million renovation added the Dugong Island and Penguin Expedition exhibits.

Visitor Tips

• Book online: Discounts of 20–30% when booked online in advance.
• Combo tickets: Save with combined SEA LIFE + WILD LIFE + Sydney Tower packages.
• Duration: 1–1.5 hours.