SEA LIFE Manchester, located at Trafford Palazzo, is a large indoor aquarium home to more than 5,000 marine creatures, including sharks, rays, jellyfish and seahorses. Visitors can explore themed habitats, walk through the Ocean Tunnel surrounded by marine life and enjoy interactive exhibits designed to educate visitors about ocean conservation. Talks, feeding sessions and optional behind the scenes experiences offer additional insight into marine life and animal care.

The aquarium is mobility friendly, with step free access throughout most areas and accessible routes suitable for wheelchair users and mobility aids. Accessible toilet facilities are available onsite, including grab rails, a lowered wash basin and emergency pull cord. While certain elevated viewing platforms and VIP experience areas are accessed via stairs and are not wheelchair accessible, the main exhibits remain accessible. Assistance dogs are welcome throughout the attraction.

Accessible parking is available nearby at Trafford Palazzo Car Park, approximately 280 metres from the entrance, with 27 accessible bays and free parking. Changing Places facilities are available within a short five minute walk at Trafford Palazzo and LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Manchester. SEA LIFE Manchester also offers free carer entry for eligible visitors with valid proof of disability, and hidden disability lanyards are available for guests who may require additional assistance.

With step free access, accessible facilities and nearby Changing Places provision, SEA LIFE Manchester provides a mobility friendly indoor day out in Greater Manchester.

Accessibility

  • Accessible toilets onsite
  • Assistance dogs welcome
  • BSL interpretation available
  • Changing Places toilet
    nearby
  • Free carer ticket
    available
  • Information in accessible
    formats
  • Manual wheelchair hire
  • Onsite quiet space
    available
  • Rest areas available
    along route
  • Step free entrance
  • Step free route
    to main areas
  • Toilets with grab
    rails
  • Wheelchair accessible routes
  • Wheelchair accessible viewing
    points
  • DLA/PIP evidence accepted
  • Nimbus Access Card
    Accepted

Amenities

  • Animal encounters
  • Annual passes available
  • Cashless payments accepted
  • EV charging points
  • Gift shop onsite
  • Indoor attraction
  • Indoor seating areas
  • Information points
  • Interactive exhibits
  • Membership available
  • Onsite parking (free)
  • Play area
  • Rainy day friendly
  • Rest areas /
    benches
  • Student discount available
  • Toilets onsite
Tickets
Item
Price
Standard Ticket
From £16
Family Ticket (3,4,5 people/ Max 2 adults)
From £40
Sea Life + VR Experience
From £21.50
Sea Life + Legoland Discovery Centre
From £30
Parent + Toddler Under 5 Ticket
From £15
Student Ticket
From £15
Services
Item
Price
Ticket Evidence
Item
Nimbus Access Card +1 Symbol
DLA award letter
PIP award letter
Blue Badge
Letter from a GP/consultant/health professional

Opening hours

Date
Time
Monday
10am – 7pm
Tuesday
10am – 7pm
Wednesday
10am – 7pm
Thursday
10am – 7pm
Friday
10am – 7pm
Saturday
10am – 7pm
Sunday
10am – 7pm
Please note seasonal opening hours apply please check the website prior to your visit
  • Card Labels: Assistance Dogs Allowed, Suitable For All Ages, Wheelchair Friendly, Free Carer Companion Entry

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