SEA LIFE Bangkok: 270° Shark Tunnel & Marine Zones

Walk Through a Shark Tank Without Getting Wet

You enter SEA LIFE Bangkok through Siam Paragon mall and descend into a two-level aquarium with 30,000 marine animals. You walk a 270-degree tunnel with sharks and rays circling you, explore themed zones with penguins and jellyfish, and move through the Rainforest section at your own pace. The Glowing Ocean light experience runs during evening hours. Entry is by mobile ticket, and the aquarium is open 10am to 8pm daily, with last entry at 7pm.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World

• Arrive at Siam Paragon Mall
• Enter SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World
• Walk through 270° Ocean Tunnel
• Visit shark and ray exhibits
• Explore penguin and jellyfish zones
• See seahorses and colorful reef fish
• Discover rainforest creatures
• Experience Glowing Ocean light show
• Exit aquarium by 8 PM

The Experience

"The sharks don't care about you, but you'll care about them," our guide said as we stepped into the 270-degree tunnel at SEA LIFE Bangkok. And she was right — the moment you're inside that curved glass, surrounded by water on three sides and sharks gliding past your face, the rest of Siam Paragon disappears. The aquarium sits on the B1 and B2 floors, tucked below the mall's ground level, which means you descend into a different world entirely. It's not a quick walk-through; the tunnel alone takes time, and then there are the zones branching off from it.

The place holds 30,000 marine animals across themed sections, and you move through them at your own pace. Penguins in an icy habitat, jellyfish that glow under the limited-time Glowing Ocean lighting, seahorses in the reef zone, and then the Rainforest section with creatures that have nothing to do with the ocean but somehow belong there anyway. Kids stop and stare; adults do the same. The Weird and Wonderful zone is exactly what it sounds like — things with too many arms or the wrong color or a shape you didn't know existed. You're not herded through; you choose where to linger.

Entry is straightforward: you show your mobile ticket at the ticketing counter and go in. The aquarium opens at 10am and closes at 8pm, with last entry at 7pm, so timing matters if you're planning to spend a couple of hours. Children under 11 need an adult with them — that's a rule, not a suggestion. Kids under 2 get in free; ages 2 to 11 are charged at child rate; anyone 12 and up pays adult admission. The place is wheelchair accessible, and you can bring a stroller if you have a small child, though navigating the tunnel with one takes patience.

If you're in Bangkok and want to see marine life without leaving the city center, this is the obvious choice. It's not a natural habitat, and nobody pretends it is — it's an aquarium, built for you to walk through and look at things. The Glowing Ocean campaign adds light and sound effects that make the evening visits feel different from the daytime ones, so if you're deciding between morning and night, that's worth considering. Just know that the tunnel gets crowded during peak hours, and the best views happen when you're not jostling for space.

What’s included

• Your admission includes entry to all main aquarium zones: the 270-degree Ocean Tunnel with sharks and rays, the Penguin Ice Adventure, the Weird and Wonderful zone, the Rainforest section with Southeast Asian reptiles and amphibians, jellyfish exhibits, seahorse displays, and colorful reef fish habitats.
• The limited-time Glowing Ocean light-and-sound experience is included during evening visits.
• Mobile ticket entry at the ticketing counter is included; no separate transportation or meals are part of this ticket.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by MY Holiday Centre

Is this one for you?Best for families with children, school groups, or anyone wanting to see 30,000 marine animals without arranging transport outside the city center — the aquarium is inside Siam Paragon mall, so you're already in central Bangkok and can combine it with shopping or dining nearby.

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Top questions

Where exactly is SEA LIFE Bangkok located?

It's on the B1 and B2 floors of Siam Paragon mall in central Bangkok. You enter through the mall and descend to the aquarium levels.

What is the 270-degree tunnel?

It's a curved glass walkway where sharks, rays, and other marine life swim around you on three sides. You walk through it as part of the main route through the aquarium.

What are the opening hours and last entry time?

The aquarium is open 10am to 8pm daily. Last entry is at 7pm, so plan accordingly if you want to spend a few hours inside.

Do children need to be accompanied by an adult?

Yes. Children under 11 years old must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or older at all times.

What is the Glowing Ocean experience?

It's a limited-time campaign featuring immersive lighting and sound effects inspired by the ocean at night. It runs during evening hours.

How much does admission cost?

Pricing varies by age: children under 2 enter free, ages 2–11 pay child rate, and ages 12–59 pay adult rate. Check the booking page for current prices.

Can I bring a stroller or wheelchair?

Yes. The aquarium is wheelchair accessible, and you can bring a stroller or pram for small children, though navigating some areas may be tight.

What zones are included in the standard admission?

Standard admission includes the 270° Ocean Tunnel, Shark Walk, Penguin Ice Adventure, Weird and Wonderful zone, Rainforest zone with Southeast Asian marine life, and all other main themed areas.

Is the ticket a mobile ticket or printed?

It's a mobile ticket. You show it on your phone at the ticketing counter for entry.

How long does a typical visit take?

Most visitors spend 2–3 hours exploring all the zones at a comfortable pace, though you can move through faster if you prefer.