Why You Should Go...

Dive to the depths of the world's waters from the heart of the Midwest at SEA LIFE Kansas City Aquarium. Discover a portal to brackish coasts, flowing rivers, and the deepest trenches of the sea.

Step beneath the waves & come face to FINS with glittering scales, gigantic rays, gliding sharks & a curious octopus's world of amazing discovery awaits.

What to expect: Touch incredible rockpool creatures like sea stars, urchins, and more inside our Interactive Rockpool Experience. See It, Draw It, Watch It, Swim, at Doodle Reef, our digital art exhibit inside SEA LIFE!

Become a SEA LIFE Ranger with Race to the Ocean by helping digital baby turtles make their way from the nest to sea. Explore watery depths with over 11 interactive zones & exhibits.

Why You Should Go...

Dive to the depths of the world's waters from the heart of the Midwest at SEA LIFE Kansas City Aquarium. Discover a portal to brackish coasts, flowing rivers, and the deepest trenches of the sea.

Step beneath the waves & come face to FINS with glittering scales, gigantic rays, gliding sharks & a curious octopus's world of amazing discovery awaits.

What to expect: Touch incredible rockpool creatures like sea stars, urchins, and more inside our Interactive Rockpool Experience. See It, Draw It, Watch It, Swim, at Doodle Reef, our digital art exhibit inside SEA LIFE!

Become a SEA LIFE Ranger with Race to the Ocean by helping digital baby turtles make their way from the nest to sea. Explore watery depths with over 11 interactive zones & exhibits.

What You Should Know...

Open: Year-Round

Cost: Less than $25

Payment: Cash, MC, Visa

Discounts: Children, Groups, AAA Members, Military

Access: Wheelchair, Service Animals

Parking: Free On-site, Bus

Available: Self-Guided Tour, Café, Concessions, Kids Activities, Family Restroom, Changing Station, Wi-fi, Gift Shop, Souvenirs

Race to the Ocean is now open. Become a junior wildlife ranger and help baby sea turtles race to the ocean in this interactive, digital experience.

You are welcome to take lots of photos during your visit. Please be sure that your flash is turned off for the safety of our sea creatures.

Please do not bring outside food or drink into the aquarium during your visit

Please visit the SEA LIFE website for the most up to date hours. 

SEA LIFE is closed on Christmas Day, December 25 each year. 

SEA LIFE Aquariums are well known for their seahorse breeding program.

The Rockpool Experience allows you to get up-close and personal with some of the smaller sea creatures.