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SEA LIFE Kelly Tarltons Aquarium

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Visit Auckland's #1 attraction to see and learn about the amazing array of colourful sea life!

Visit Auckland's #1 attraction to see and learn about the amazing array of colourful sea life!

Highlights

  • Visit Auckland's #1 attraction!
  • Discover an amazing array of colourful sea life including turtles, stingrays, seahorses and more
  • Get amazing up close views of King and Gentoo Penguins
  • Experience the sharks swimming above you in the famous Shark Tunnel
  • Get hands on in the Tidal Touch Pools
  • Learn and interact as you explore over 30 exciting exhibits

Get the family together for the best day out at Auckland's top attraction - SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium!

Located on the waterfront of Auckland City at Ōkahu Bay, Kelly Tarlton's is home to thousands of marine animals including the world's largest Sub-Antarctic penguin colony exhibit, sharks, stingrays, jellyfish, seahorse, turtles and more.

Showcasing over 30 live animal displays and hands-on exhibits there is plenty to learn and see making this a fun day out the whole family will enjoy.

Enjoy amazing views of the majestic King Penguins and be entertained by the playful Gentoo Penguins at the Antarctic Ice Adventure. This is New Zealand's only colony of Sub-Antarctic penguins allowing you the rare opportunity to get up close to these magnificent birds.

Take a stroll through the Shark Tunnel where you will have 4 different shark species swimming above and beside you. This is the first curved aquarium tunnel in the world which has now been replicated in aquariums across the globe.

Your kids will love the hands-on experience at the Tidal Touch Pools and the Amazing Creations room where they can draw their own sea creature and have it come to life on a screen. The indoor playground Shipwreck Shores is a big hit with children providing a safe and fun play experience.

Dive in to explore this magical underwater world!

Adult $45.00
Adult Online Discount $45.00 (GA Online Pre Booked Discount Rate $32.80)
Adult Late Entry Deal $45.00 (Only Valid for Entry After 3pm. Last Entry 4pm for 5pm Close.)
Child $32.00 (Aged 2 - 15 years and accompanied by an adult)
Child Online Discount $32.00 (GA Online Pre Booked Discount Rate $23.20 Ages 2 - 15 years and accompanied by an adult)
Child Late Entry $29.00 (Valid for Entry After 3pm. Last Entry 4pm for 5pm Close. Ages 3 - 15 and accompanied by an adult)
Infant $0.00 (Aged 1 and under)
Family Online Discount $140.00 (2 Adults + 2 Children)
Family $140.00 (2 Adults + 2 Children)

What's included

  • General Admission Pass

Location

  • 23 Tamaki Drive
  • Orakei
  • Auckland 1071
  • New Zealand

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • PLEASE NOTE: YOU WILL NEED TO CONFIRM YOUR ARRIVAL TIME USING THE LINK IN YOUR BOOKING CONFIRMATION

    Open Hours:

    Thursday - Monday (During School Terms)

    9:30am - 5:00pm (last entry is at 4:00pm)

    Open 7 days (During New Zealand School Holidays)

    Accessibility: We are wheelchair accessible (there are two sets of stairs, which each have a wheelchair lift) and disabled access is provided throughout the attraction.

    Children must enter the attraction with an adult(16 years and above) and be supervised by an adult at all times for safety reasons.

  • Admission tickets are non-transferable, non-exchangeable, non-refundable and void if altered. They are not valid for special events that require a separate admission charge.

Available Bookings from 7 Jun to 20 Jun 2025

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  • Adult Late Entry Deal$20.50

  • Adult Late Entry Deal$20.50

  • Adult Late Entry Deal$20.50

  • Adult Late Entry Deal$20.50

  • Adult Late Entry Deal$20.50

  • Adult Late Entry Deal$20.50 Less than 6 at this price!

  • Adult Late Entry Deal$20.50

  • Adult Late Entry Deal$20.50

  • Adult Late Entry Deal$20.50

  • Adult Late Entry Deal$20.50

  • Adult Late Entry Deal$20.50

  • Adult Online Discount$32.80

  • Adult Online Discount$32.80

  • Adult Online Discount$32.80

  • Adult Online Discount$32.80

  • Adult Online Discount$32.80

  • Adult Online Discount$32.80

  • Adult Online Discount$32.80

  • Adult Online Discount$32.80

  • Adult Online Discount$32.80

  • Adult Online Discount$32.80

  • Child Online Discount$23.20

  • Child Online Discount$23.20

  • Child Online Discount$23.20

  • Child Online Discount$23.20

  • Child Online Discount$23.20

  • Child Online Discount$23.20

  • Child Online Discount$23.20

  • Child Online Discount$23.20

  • Child Online Discount$23.20

  • Child Online Discount$23.20

  • Adult$39.50

  • Adult$39.50

  • Adult$39.50

Bookings close in 6 hours...

  • Child$28.00

  • Child$28.00

  • Child$28.00

  • Child$28.00

Bookings close in 8 hours...

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Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

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Di C from New Zealand wrote on 02 June 2025

Interesting aquarium

We spent 2 hours at Kelly Tarletons and enjoyed all the different sea life and amazing jellyfish

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charlottey1 from New Zealand wrote on 01 June 2025

Lots of marine life

We had a great time looking at the various seasoned and enjoyed looking at the penguins, turtles, jellyfish and lots of fish in the tunnel.

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jay1983 from New Zealand wrote on 01 June 2025

Great experience

SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s is a fantastic place to explore marine life. The underwater tunnel with sharks and stingrays was stunning, and the penguin enclosure was a real highlight. Everything is well-organized, interactive, and fun for all ages. A must-visit in Auckland!

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Ainslie from New Zealand wrote on 29 December 2023

Feedback

No one mentioned or reported to us that the place will be closing earlier than usual days. Very upset. We are paying from our pocket and would like to have full enjoyment. Was not able to fulfill our desire. Very disappointed.

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beazley from New Zealand wrote on 31 May 2025

Worth the experience

Never been there before, was worth seeing fish in their inhabitance. Thank you for the experience

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