Natalie S.
10/17/2025
I've been to SEA LIFE a few times now, but this most recent visit during their Animal Crossing event was definitely my favorite so far! Meeting characters like Tom Nook, Isabelle and K.K. Slider...
SEA LIFE Kansas City Aquarium
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2475 Grand Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64108
More than 5,000 creatures in 30 exhibits share the story of the underwater life of plants, fish and reptiles from around the world. A favorite of the 90-minute self-guided tour is walking through a plexi-glass tunnel with sharks, sting rays and other creatures swimming overhead. One section is devoted to life in Missouri waterways including channel catfish and bluegill, as well as a big section of the Lake of the Ozarks.
Best and Worst Times to Go To the Sea Life Aquarium
Late afternoon and early evening hours are the best time to explore without a crowd. The aquarium gets crowded with school children on field trips during the day. All of Crown Center is busy on December weekends.
Must See/Do at the Sea Life Aquarium
Hold a crab and touch a starfish in the interactive Touchpool.
Find Nemo and other clown fish.
Feed fish and play turtle games throughout the day.
Admission Discounts to the Sea Life Aquarium
Find significant discounts on tickets if you arrive after 3 p.m. More bargains are available by ordering tickets online rather than upon arrival. Children under 3 years old are admitted free. The best bargain is to buy a combination ticket with the adjacent Legoland Discovery Center, housed in the same building.
Parking and Public Transportation to the Sea Life Aquarium
The Sea Life Aquarium is located in the Crown Center entertainment district at 25th and Grand, which includes a multi-level parking garage. Parking is free if you have your ticket stamped by a merchant. Crown Center is also a stop on the city's Metro bus route. Taxi service is also plentiful in the city.
Food at the Sea Life Aquarium
There is no food service specifically inside the Sea Life Aquarium, but inside adjacent Crown Center, you'll find everything from fast food, bagels, and ice cream to fine dining options.
Insider Tip for Visitors to the Sea Life Aquarium
Take plenty of time to read the "Fin Facts" painted on the walls around the various exhibits. You may win a prize from fun "pop quizzes" administered by the staff.
Author's bio: Diana Lambdin Meyer is a travel writer based in the Kansas City area. Follow her travels at www.mojotraveler.com.
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3.0(202)
Taylor R.
1/10/2026
Small aquarium kinda ran down no workers around to talk with even at feeding they don't speak with. Only talking worker was by the touch pool with starfish. Loved the tunnels and big windows. 20$...
Kaiya A.
11/4/2025
Took a total of 30 minutes to stroll through the entire aquarium. $23 per person is INSANE! Nothing makes this aquarium stand out. You would think that since it's a reputable aquarium it would be...
Noel F.
12/14/2024
It was an okay aquarium! We went specifically for the Animal Crossing Aquarium tour event, and we definitely enjoyed all the limited time features. Would recommend going if you're a fan of the...
George G.
11/19/2025
They don't want to spend the money anymore and give you a card for entry everyone said take a copy of your receipt on your phone and use it each time you come in , this will be the last of the...
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