Planning resources
The information below should provide you with everything you need to know when booking your educational visit with us. We hope that this page will answer any questions that you have ahead of your visit to the aquarium.
Curriculum Relevance
Discover how SEA LIFE Education aligns with the curriculum to bring marine learning to life! Our programs support key topics in science, geography, and environmental studies, offering hands-on experiences that inspire curiosity and conservation. Explore tailored resources and activities designed to meet learning objectives while immersing students in the wonders of the ocean.
Risk assessment & Teacher Ratios
To ensure a safe and well-supervised visit, we provide free teacher tickets based on student numbers, with additional teachers at a discounted rate of £28 per person. You’ll need to complete your own risk assessment for your visit to SEA LIFE London. Our risk assessment guide highlights potential hazards and control measures to help you prepare. To ensure all supervising adults are ready, please review this framework before your trip.
Getting there
SEA LIFE London Aquarium is located on the South bank of the river Thames, within the County Hall building. We are situated right next to the London Eye, just over Westminster Bridge from Big Ben and The Houses of Parliament.
Opening hours
The aquarium opening times vary through the year, we recommend checking our opening and closing times before visiting. *Please note our education rates are not available on weekends and on specific dates during the 2024/2025 academic year.
Planning tickets
We understand the importance of health, safety, and planning for your visit. To help, we offer two complimentary planning tickets for teachers. Simply select this option when booking or contact us at 0207 967 802 or Schools.London@merlinentertainments.biz, if booking online. Please note, that these tickets are only valid for the booked date and time and cannot be transferred.
Teaching Resources
Take a deep dive into a world of underwater discovery... With various lesson plans and teaching resources for your classrooms. Students can develop their love for the ocean and become active participants of their communities.
A classroom in the sky
Add a touch of cultural capital to your trip with the ultimate sky high 360° learning experience, located next door, book a visit to both SEA LIFE London and the London Eye from £15.95 per pupil.
FAQs
Find out answers to our most asked questions to help you with planning your visit
Facilities
We have three sets of toilet facilities around the aquarium, all of which have baby changing facilities and disabled facilities. You can access toilet facilities at the London eye ticket office for use before and after your visit.
Onsite learning
Our brand new onsite learning experience is here! Check out the Save our Seas: Ranger Challenge Activity pack filled with amazing questions and activities for your students to complete during their educational visit to SEA LIFE London Aquarium.
Lunch Facilities
At SEA LIFE London, we don’t have lunch facilities on-site, but don’t worry! Just a short stroll away is The Jubilee Gardens, the perfect spot for your school group to enjoy a lovely picnic in the fresh air during the warmer months.
Post-Visit Lesson inspiration
Take a deep dive into a world of underwater discovery... With various lesson plans and teaching resources for your classrooms. Students can develop their love for the ocean and become active participants of their communities.
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