From Little Blue Penguins to a variety of deadly sharks, the Sea Life Sunshine Coast boasts an array of incredible sea life creatures! Plunge yourself into this wonderful underwater world today and meet animals up close and personal with Sea Life’s once-in-a-lifetime, up close and personal experiences!
A conservation aquarium, Sea Life on the sunshine coast strives to protect underwater species through beach cleanups, turtles in trouble and collaborations & partnerships. Grab your tickets now for a truly nautical, under-the-sea day out!
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Animals
Seals and Relatives
Born on the Sealife Sunshine Coast in 1997, playful Teikyo the female Australian Sea Lion is part of the endangered Australian Sea Lion program and a fascinating creature to experience up close and personal!
Sharks
Meet Pallas the Grey Nurse Shark, Grey Reef Sharks and Wobbegong Sharks deep in the waters of the Sea Life Sunshine Coast. Learn all about these magnificent, deadly creatures who are truly fascinating!
Turtles
Peacefully swimming through the waters of the Sea Life, are six of the seven species of turtles which are found in Australia. Given that turtle rehabilitation is at the centre of Sea Life Sunshine Coast’s work, Turtles are some of the most important creatures the aquarium has to offer!
Sea Horses and Relatives
At Sea Life, you can discover a world of sensational sea horses and their relatives. Meet the Weedy Sea Dragon; known as the ‘masters of disguise’, these curious creatures are fish related to the sea horse. Don’t forget the Pot Bellied Seahorse, one of the world’s biggest seahorses, reaching up to 35cm in length!
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Tickets 2024
Sea Life Sunshine Coast Tickets
Type of Ticket
Price
Adult Ticket
$32.50
Child Ticket (3-15yrs)
$24.80
Sea Life Sunshine Coast Seal Swim Tickets
Type of Ticket
Price
Adult Ticket
$129.00
Child Ticket (13yrs)
$116.00
Animal Action Pass for Australia Zoo & SEA LIFE
Type of Ticket
Price
Adult Ticket
$89.90
Child Ticket (3-14yrs)
$56.90
Concession Ticket
$78.90
Family ((2A+2C)
$272.90
SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast + Aquaduck Combo
Type of Ticket
Price
Adult Ticket
$69.00
Child Ticket (3-15yrs)
$51.00
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How to get there
Sea Life Sunshine Coast address: Parkyn Parade, MOOLOOLABA QLD 4557
Car: if you are travelling by car from Brisbane, then follow the Bruce Highway north and then take an exit after the Ettamogah Pub. You can then follow the signs to Moolooba. If you are travelling from Gympie then follow the Bruce Highway south and then take the Maroochydore exit. Then follow the signs onto the Sunshine Motorway.
Parking: there is a lot of parking available close to the Sea Life Sunshine Coast.
Bus: you can take the sunbus, a regular bus service which runs from Noosa to Caloundra.
Train: Queensland Rail Citytrain, which operates between the Gold Coast, Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast stations at Landsborough and Nambour.
Coach: the Greyhound Australia coaches are a practical and easy way to travel to Sea Life Australia.
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Useful Information
Access
There are six accessible parking spaces which are available at the Sea Life Sunshine Coast, but availability might be restricted.
The whole aquarium is fully wheelchair accessible; there are ramps connecting each level and there is a medical assistance button.
You can also borrow wheelchairs but please note that they are on a first come, first served basis.
There is a fully accessible toilet at the Sea Life Sunshine Coast.
Food and Drink
The Aqua Cafe has a range of food and drink options, including Sandwiches and Wraps, Hot Food and Hot Pastries.
Aquarium Gift Shop
If you fancy buying yourself or someone a gift to remember your time at the Sea Life Sunshine Coast, then you must take a trip to the Aquarium Gift Shop!
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Schedules and Calendar 2024
Opening hours
Thursday - Monday (Tuesdays and Wednesdays currently closed)
9:00am - 3:00pm (last entry 2.00pm)
Closed
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*Closed all day on Christmas Day and Anzac Day.
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FAQ
What is the Sea Life Sunshine Coast address?
The Sea Life Sunshine Coast address is Parkyn Parade, MOOLOOLABA QLD 4557
How do I get to the Sea Life Sunshine Coast?
You can easily get to Sea Life by car, bus, train or greyhound bus. If you are taking the car, you can take the Bruce Highway north and then take an exit after the Ettamogah Pub. You can then follow the signs to Moolooba. If you are travelling from Gympie then follow the Bruce Highway south and then take the Maroochydore exit. Then follow all the signs onto the Sunshine Motorway. Or you can take the sunbus which is a regular service which runs from Noosa to Caloundra.
Another option is the train which operates between the Gold Coast, Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast stations at Landsborough and Nambour.
Another good option is the Greyhound Bus.
Which animals can you find at Sea Life?
You can find seals, turtles, sharks, sea horses and many more!
Are there places to eat at the Sea Life Sunshine Coast?
Yes, you can eat at the Aqua Cafe.
Is the Sea Life Sunshine Coast accessible?
Yes, the aquarium is fully accessible; there are ramps and paths.
Is there a car park at Sea Life Sunshine Coast?
Yes, there is a car par at the Sea Life Sunshine Coast.
GoodWe learned loads here as a family. Not just looking at some pretty fish! Something different from the beach.
Usuario Taquilla
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GoodSaw sharks and turtles. Sea Life is great.
Robert Brook
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GoodThere is a crazy mix of sea life here. Penguins were a big surprise!
Amanda Cunningham
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GoodThere are so many cool sea creatures here! Loved seeing the sharks and the turtles. Kids loved learning all about the animals too.
Natalie Lawson
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GoodWhen the sun is occasionally not shining this is a great place to visit with the kids. We love the sea life shows
Liz Smith
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GoodReally enjoyed going here with the kids on a rainy day in the school holidays. The talks and interactive activities are great!
Luke Cooper
Hace más de 1 año
ExcellentAbsolutely wonderful. I love visiting the seals.
Ruben Green
Hace más de 1 año
ExcellentSea Life is awesome. We particularly loved checking out the sharks and the turtles.
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