Can I buy the new digital experience separately?

Submerged is included in the General Admission ticket to SEA LIFE Melbourne. It cannot be purchased separately

Are you offering a discount while the Oceanarium is being refurbished?

While the Oceanarium undergoes an exciting renovation our sharks and rays will be temporarily off display. During this time guests will receive a discount on any general admission tickets purchased directly through our website or at our admissions desk. During weekdays outside of school holidays we will be giving a 20% discount and during weekends, school holidays and public holidays we'll be giving a 10% discount .

Is the new digital experience accessible?

Just like the rest of SEA LIFE Melbourne, Submerged is wheelchair accessible and suitable for prams, with access available via lifts. Submerged does not include smoke, haze or strobe lights. The exhibition does feature slow-moving projections, which may have an effect on people who are sensitive to moving light or have photosensitive epilepsy. If you feel unwell at any time while visiting SEA LIFE Melbourne, please let our team know. learn more about our accessibility .

When will the Oceanarium reopen?

We are planning to reopen the reinvigorated Oceanarium in December 2023. The exact date will be confirmed closer to the time.

Where are the animals that were in the Oceanarium?

The creatures that resided in our Oceanarium have either been moved to our sister attractions SEA LIFE Sydney and SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast, or are currently behind the scenes here at SEA LIFE Melbourne. The creatures have been transported safely and our dedicated team has ensured their comfort every step of the way.

News | SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium

Tuesday 14^th July 2020

Today is Shark Awareness Day! Sharks are marvels of natural selection. Over the course of 400 million years, a staggering array of 1,200 species have evolved diverse physical and behavioural adaptations that have afforded them a critical role in marine food webs and ocean health.

Wednesday 8^th July 2020

As part of the Victorian Government’s latest restrictions to slow the spread of COVID-19, we are temporarily closing SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium.

Monday 6^th July 2020

We talk to Taylor about what it's like to work with penguins! What her favourite part of the job is and who is her favourite penguin.

Monday 6^th July 2020

Ocean Youth – Building tomorrow’s leaders and change makers to conserve and protect our oceans.

Tuesday 23^rd June 2020

Meet SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium’s Fluffy Friends this winter! Learn all about Lorraine, Whopper, Sparkie and Quentin who are four fluffy King penguin chicks that hatched earlier this year.

Latest News

WE LOVE SHARKS!

SEA LIFE Melbourne closed

Meet the Keepers - Taylor

What has the Ocean Youth Team been up to?

Fluffy Friends!