If you’re planning your Orlando trip this summer, you might consider adding a refreshing splash stop to your itinerary—SEA LIFE Florida Aquarium at LEGOLAND Florida Resort just opened earlier this season and it’s an absolute delight for little explorers. With more than 150 species of aquatic life spread across interactive touch pools and themed exhibits, this new attraction offers a calm, educational balance to theme park excitement. Think stingray touch bays, a freshwater gallery full of colorful fish, and a giant ocean habitat perfect for curious kids ages 2–12.
Families with kids will love the hands-on experiences where they can meet—virtually—mermaids and enjoy seasonal parades that bring the aquarium to life. The visit typically runs just 45 minutes to an hour and a half, making it the perfect morning or afternoon detour during a day at LEGOLAND or a lazy transition day after your theme park adventures.
If you’re planning your Orlando trip with younger children or just want a low-key day away from the rides, booking a 1‑ or 2‑day combo ticket to include SEA LIFE alongside LEGOLAND Theme Park and Water Park might be the perfect way to pace your travel days. It’s excellent for families wanting variety without traveling all the way into the heart of Orlando each day.
Traveler Tips:
- SEA LIFE is great rain-day backup—indoors, air-conditioned, and child-friendly.
- Keep some ponchos or reusable rain gear handy: Florida storms can roll in fast, and it’s much more fun indoors when the skies open.
- Head to the aquarium early in the day before LEGOLAND crowds peak—the water exhibits are quieter in the morning and easier to enjoy.
This hidden gem’s recent opening adds a new layer to Orlando’s family travel opportunities, offering education, calm, and wonder in one colorful package!
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