Aquariums · Birmingham
National Sea Life Centre
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Photo: Gp258 (CC BY-SA 4.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- Walk through a 360° ocean tunnel with sharks and rays
- Meet the UK's first rescued Alaskan sea otters
- See Gentoo penguins in an icy habitat
- Explore a jellyfish display called Jelly Invaders
- Visit a state-of-the-art marine mammal rescue facility
The National Sea Life Centre in Stratford-upon-Avon is an aquarium where you can walk through the UK's only 360° ocean tunnel, surrounded by sharks, rays and a giant turtle. You'll also find rescued Alaskan sea otters in a new marine mammal rescue facility, playful Gentoo penguins, and a jellyfish display called Jelly Invaders. It's a good choice for families, with a quiet monthly session for those who prefer a calmer visit, and tickets can be rescheduled for free if plans change. The site sits close to Five Ways station, just 0.5 miles away, making it easy to reach without a car, and with 48 bookable places to stay within 5 miles on BritStays, it's simple to combine with an overnight stay nearby.
Practical details
- Booking
- Tickets can be rescheduled for free up to 24 hours before your visit
- Best for
- Families, including a quiet sensory-friendly session once a month
From the attraction's own website on 24 Sep 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Cafe
- ✓ Playground
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Disabled Access
- ✓ Gift Shop
- ✓ Indoor Areas
- ✓ Parking
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🗓️ Make a break of it
Turn a visit to National Sea Life Centre into a proper getaway — ready-made plans, and the drive worked out with fuel, EV charging and the best stops.
🚆 Or come by train
- Five Ways 0.5 miles
- Birmingham New Street 0.6 miles
- Birmingham Snow Hill 0.7 miles
Straight-line distances · live departures on each station page