SeaWorld San Diego

Get up-close to sharks, dolphins, polar bears, penguins and more adorable sea creatures, brave the thrill rides and marvel at the stunning shows. This is one of San Diego’s most popular attractions, so book your tickets now and make sure you don’t miss out!

Coming in 2024! Jewels of the Sea: The Jellyfish Experience

An all-new immersive aquarium – Enter the world of the jellyfish in a more stunning, immersive way than ever before. Find out in Jewels of the Sea, where the secrets of these beautiful, mystifying creatures are unveiled. See striking habitats, from one of the largest jelly cylinders in the country to an iconic walk-through arch and a giant viewing wall. Your journey takes you from the shore to the ocean’s depths before surrounding you with a vivid display that forever connects you to these extraordinary animals.

Shows & Experiences:

One Ocean – Dive into One Ocean, the latest Shamu show which will leave you awestruck at the beautifully choreographed movements of both killer whales and trainers.

Blue Horizons – In this visionary sea-and-sky spectacular, playful dolphins soaring birds and talented aerialists fuse the vibrant energy of two worlds into a mesmerising display of flight, dance and unmissable entertainment.

Madagascar Live! Operation Vacation – Dance, sing and clap along with Alex the Lion and his friends to original songs and party favourites as you join the loveable Madagascar characters on their full-speed live-show adventure

Rides:

Arctic Rescue – The Fastest and Longest Straddle Coaster on the West Coast! With 2,800 ft. of track, this straddle coaster will allow you to experience every icy thrill as you navigate three exhilarating launches and reach wind-whipping speeds of 40 miles per hour. Inspired by the valiant efforts of the SeaWorld Rescue Team, this is one mission you’ll want to accept again and again.

Emperor – the tallest, fastest, and longest dive coaster in all of California. Plunge 90 degrees and soar up to 60 miles per hour through exhilarating loops on this exciting Emperor penguin-inspired thrill ride, feeling your feet dangle above the track on the state’s only floorless dive coaster!

Manta – Buckle up for a multi-media family launch coaster that lives up to its name. Two thrilling launches send riders soaring and diving in the spirit of world’s largest ray. Designed as a “flying coaster,” where riders are positioned face-down, simulating the sensation of flying.

Electric Eel – Riders of Electric Eel will drop from heights of 150 feet while getting boosted 60 mph forwards and backwards through looping twists and an inverted heartline roll. As if anything less was expected from a SeaWorld San Diego roller coaster, Electric Eel is 853 feet of pure excitement.

Journey to Atlantis – Brave the twists and turns on this initially, seemingly, peaceful water coaster ride! That’s just the beginning!

Shipwreck Rapids – Swirl around a tropical island, splashing through river rapids, an underground cavern, dripping cargo nets and more.

Wild Arctic – Take a jet-copter simulator ride on an expedition across the Arctic – but without the frost bite!

Animal Attractions:

Ultimate On-Ice Penguin Experience & Pearl Viewing – Experience the magic of stepping onto the ice with six different species of penguins, including the only emperor penguins in the Western Hemisphere. Get up close and personal with these charming creatures, like Seaworld San Diego’s newest emperor penguin Pearl!

Dolphin In-Water Interaction – Get to know our playful and friendly bottlenose dolphins through a personal, unforgettable experience. Learn how our animal specialists provide state of the art animal welfare for our dolphins. Get the opportunity to be in the water with these amazing marine mammals. Being in the water with the dolphins as well as feeding and playtime are the highlights of this experience.

Animal Encouters – Come face-to-face with Dolphins, Killer Whales, Sloths, Flamingos, Walruses, Beluga Whales, Sea Lions, Sea Otters and Turtles! 

Shark Encounter – Come face-to-face with fearsome and fascinating sand tiger, bonnethead, blacktip and whitetip sharks.

Pacific Point – Get to know seals and sea lions (and learn to tell the difference between them!) on a visit to Pacific Point, where you can even get a chance to feed these famously fun animals.

Aquarium de la Mer – The home of many exotic creatures, from tiny seahorses to the enormous Pacific Octopus.

Dining:

The Chicken Snack Shack – Grab a bite at The Chicken Snack Shack where you’ll find a delicious assortment of chicken sandwiches to choose from and assorted cakes for a little something sweet!

Calypso Bay Smokehouse – Offering mouth-watering BBQ chicken, ribs, and tri-tip, as well as some of the best drinks in town.

Underwater Cantina – Relax on the patio and sip on mixologist-curated cocktails, frozen specialties, and an expansive selection of tequilas & mezcal.

Dreyer’s Ice Cream Parlor – There’s no better way to beat the warm California sun than a delicious sundae or ice cream cone. Enjoy Dreyer’s Ice Cream featuring hand-dipped ice cream cones and enormous brownie sundaes. 

Shipwreck Reef Café – Come aboard an all-new dining experience! Enjoy burgers, chicken sandwich and tenders, pizza, and more at this guest favorite location.