SEA LIFE Brighton

SEA LIFE Brighton The worlds oldest aquarium, opening in 1872! The World's Oldest Aquarium! Which sea creatures do you love the most? Maybe you simply can’t decide! Did you know?
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Colourful clownfish, magical seahorse or captivating jellyfish? Here at SEA LIFE Brighton you can make up your mind and see them all, over 5,000 of them! Brighton Aquarium was conceived and designed by Eugenius Birch, the architect responsible for the West Pier. Work began in 1869 and the aquarium opened in 1872 making us the oldest continually operating aquarium in the world! Visit our beautifull

y restored Victorian Arcade
Our seawater tanks are fed from a large tank under the building which in turn, is fed from the nearby sea twice a day! Explore Rockpools and stroke a starfish plus many more hands-on experiences


Come and see our NEW state of the art attraction Day & Night the first of its kind in the UK. Day & Night offers guests the chance to experience the 24-hour wonder of a coral reef as it moves through the day in a 750,000-litre display. The £2.7 million refurbishment took 8 months to complete and has been wowing guests since it opened at the end of May 2019.

🐢🌊 Starting tomorrow at SEA LIFE Brighton 🌊🐢Join our Turtle Rescue event and learn how YOU can help save sea turtles and...
31/05/2026

🐢🌊 Starting tomorrow at SEA LIFE Brighton 🌊🐢

Join our Turtle Rescue event and learn how YOU can help save sea turtles and protect our oceans 💚

Take part in the activity trail, get conservation tips, and learn simple ways to make a difference for marine life 🌍✨

Book online now: https://www.visitsealife.com/brighton/explore/events/turtle-rescue/ 🎟

The big ride takes place on June 12th with a brave team of four from SEA LIFE Brighton to Weymouth 🥹🚲 any jaw-some words...
31/05/2026

The big ride takes place on June 12th with a brave team of four from SEA LIFE Brighton to Weymouth 🥹🚲 any jaw-some words of encouragement are welcome along with any fin-tastic donations to the SEA LIFE TRUST 🌊🚲🌊

23/05/2026

🐢 Every turtle has a story… and every rescue matters 💙

This World Turtle Day, we’re shining a light on the vital rehabilitation and repatriation work happening behind the scenes here at SEA LIFE Brighton. From rescue to recovery, our dedicated team works tirelessly to give vulnerable sea turtles a second chance at life in the wild 🌊

🐢 Happy World Turtle Day! And today, we can finally share a very special secret… 💙Meet Eden, our brave loggerhead turtle...
23/05/2026

🐢 Happy World Turtle Day! And today, we can finally share a very special secret… 💙

Meet Eden, our brave loggerhead turtle who has been recovering behind the scenes at SEA LIFE Brighton’s Turtle Rehabilitation & Repatriation Centre.

Eden was discovered stranded on a beach in Tiree, Scotland in October 2025 and rescued by British Divers Marine Life Rescue before making her way to our expert animal care team. Loggerhead turtles are a vulnerable species, so every rescue matters 🌊

When Eden arrived, she was seriously unwell. But after months of dedicated care from our incredible team and veterinary partners at International Zoo Veterinary Group, we’re thrilled to say she is now preparing for her next big adventure… returning to the wild! 🌍 Later this year, Eden will finally be released back into warmer waters and the big blue ocean where she belongs.

Ready for an unforgettable family adventure? Dive into the Pirate Treasure Hunt at SEA LIFE Brighton, on until 31st May!...
18/05/2026

Ready for an unforgettable family adventure? Dive into the Pirate Treasure Hunt at SEA LIFE Brighton, on until 31st May! ⚓️🌊

Follow the clues, discover hidden treasures, and come face-to-fin with incredible sea creatures as you explore the UK’s oldest aquarium 🦈🐠

Book your tickets here: https://www.visitsealife.com/brighton/explore/events/pirate-treasure-hunt/

Who recognises the beautiful turtles in the first art piece? 👀 Our Silent Art Auction took place in our underwater world...
29/04/2026

Who recognises the beautiful turtles in the first art piece? 👀 Our Silent Art Auction took place in our underwater world the other night ✨🖼️ and now the bidding continues online 🫧 Take a look through the collection online and place your bids for the chance to take home something truly special 🥰 Every penny raised goes to supporting local artists and the SEA LIFE Trust charity 💙 Thanks to your generosity, we’ve already raised over £1,000! 🙌
https://app.galabid.com/sealife-brighton-art/items

Address

Marine Parade
Brighton And Hove
BN21TB

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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+441273647707

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