Sea Life London Aquarium Museum
Large public aquarium on London's South Bank
On London's South Bank near the London Eye, Sea Life London Aquarium houses tanks of sharks, rays and tropical fish, with touch pools and educational displays that attract families and school groups.
Sea Life London Aquarium at a Glance#
Address: County Hall, Westminster Bridge Rd, London SE1 7PB, United Kingdom
Website: https://www.visitsealife.com/london
Hours: Daily 10:00am-6:00pm (seasonal variations; check website)
Admission: Adult admission from £27.50 (online); on‑site prices may be higher. Annual passes and family tickets available. See official site for promotions.
About Sea Life London Aquarium#
Sea Life London Aquarium is a public aquarium located on the South Bank of the River Thames in central London, housed in the County Hall complex adjacent to the London Eye.
Exhibits focus on marine habitats and include walk-through viewing areas and large tanks that display sharks, rays and a range of tropical and temperate species. The layout includes immersive display zones and scheduled talks or feeding demonstrations for visitors.
The aquarium opened as a public attraction in the late 20th century and has since been developed into a themed visitor attraction with interpretive displays about marine conservation and ecology.
Set at County Hall on the South Bank near Waterloo and Westminster bridges, the aquarium is within easy walking distance of multiple Underground stations and other South Bank attractions.
- Central South Bank location: Located at County Hall on the South Bank next to the London Eye and Westminster Bridge, making it easy to combine with other central London attractions.
- Timing your visit: Plan visits for early morning or late afternoon to avoid the busiest visitor periods on the South Bank.
How to Get to Sea Life London Aquarium#
Located on the South Bank beside the London Eye and River Thames. Nearest Tube: Waterloo (Jubilee, Northern, Bakerloo, Waterloo & City) or Westminster (Circle, District, Jubilee). County Hall is a short walk from either station.
Tips for Visiting Sea Life London Aquarium#
- Buy timed-entry tickets online to avoid long queues, especially on weekends and school holidays.
- Arrive early (10am) to see feeding talks with fewer crowds; the walk-through glass tunnel is busiest mid‑day.
- Combine tickets with the London Eye or other South Bank attractions for bundled savings on the SEA LIFE website.
Best Time to Visit Sea Life London Aquarium#
Best visited early in the day on weekdays for smaller crowds; book timed tickets in advance.
Weather & Climate near Sea Life London Aquarium#
Sea Life London Aquarium's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (638 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 2° - 8° | 2° | 63 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.2 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.2h |
| February | Acceptable | 2° - 8° | 2° | 40 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.8h |
| March | Acceptable | 3° - 11° | 4° | 51 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.3 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 5° - 14° | 7° | 46 mm | overcast | 81% | 4.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.7h |
| May | Good | 8° - 18° | 13° | 49 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.4h |
| June | Good | 11° - 21° | 16° | 54 mm | overcast | 78% | 3.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.3h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 23° | 18° | 42 mm | overcast | 76% | 3.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 15.9h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 23° | 18° | 50 mm | overcast | 78% | 3.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.4h |
| September | Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 58 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 8° - 15° | 11° | 62 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.5h |
| November | Acceptable | 5° - 11° | 5° | 63 mm | overcast | 92% | 3.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.7h |
| December | Poor | 3° - 9° | 3° | 60 mm | overcast | 94% | 3.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.7h |
