Dive beneath the waves and embark on an unforgettable journey through the National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham, home to over 2,000 fascinating marine creatures from across the globe. Get ready to come face-to-fin with the UK’s first and only sea otters, Ozzy and Ola, whose playful antics are sure to warm your heart.
Meet the cheeky colony of Gentoo penguins as they waddle, dive, and glide through their icy habitat, and explore the interactive rockpool where you can touch a real starfish and learn more about the ocean’s hidden wonders. Step into the breathtaking 360° Ocean Tunnel, the only one of its kind in the UK, and find yourself surrounded by majestic sharks, graceful rays, and a giant green sea turtle as they glide above and around you. Perfect for families, marine enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a magical underwater adventure in the heart of Birmingham.
Encounter Ozzy and Ola, the UK’s only sea otters.
Meet the Gentoo penguins in their icy Antarctic habitat.
Walk through the UK’s only 360° Ocean Tunnel, surrounded by sharks, rays, and a giant sea turtle.
Get hands-on at the interactive rockpool and learn about marine conservation.
Discover over 2,000 marine creatures from oceans and rivers around the world.
Perfect for families and visitors of all ages.
Entry to National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham
Entry to any other nearby attractions
Food or beverages
Opening Hours: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Address: The Water's Edge, Eleven Brindley Place, Birmingham B1 2HL, United Kingdom
This is a dated and timed e-ticket; valid only for the date and time selected at booking.
Children under 3 enter free but must have a ticket (maximum 3 free infants per booking).
Children aged 15 years or younger must be accompanied by an adult aged 18+.
Food and drinks are not allowed inside the exhibition areas.
Free cancellation is allowed up to 48 hours before the experience
By Train: Birmingham New Street Station is the nearest major train station, located about a 15-minute walk from the SEA LIFE Centre.
By Bus: Several city bus routes stop near Brindleyplace and Broad Street, both just a few minutes’ walk from the attraction.
By Car: Set your GPS to “Brindleyplace, Birmingham B1 2HL”. Paid parking is available nearby at Brindleyplace Car Park and Barclaycard Arena Car Park.
