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SEALIFE Benalmádena

Sea Life Benalmádena: a fascinating journey through the marine world

Published on 18 de April de 2025

If you are looking for an educational and fun experience to enjoy with the little ones and for adults during your vacations on the Costa del Sol, Sea Life Benalmadena is a must. This interactive aquarium, located in Puerto Marina, offers an immersive experience to learn about the fascinating underwater universe. Below, we tell you everything you need to know: photos, tickets, location, prices and tips for your visit.

What is Sea Life Benalmádena?

Sea Life Benalmádena is an interactive aquarium that houses more than 2,000 marine creatures from all corners of the planet. Its facilities are designed for the whole family, with exhibits designed to bring visitors closer to the underwater world in a fun and educational way. It also offers interactive activities that allow visitors to touch starfish, learn how sharks feed and attend educational talks on marine conservation.

What to see in Sea Life Benalmádena

  • Underwater Jurassic Tunnel: an immersive experience to walk underwater surrounded by sharks, rays and sea turtles.
  • Tropical zone: exotic fish with vibrant colors that look as if they were taken from a coral reef.
  • Creatures of the Amazon: piranhas, catfish and other river species of South America.
  • Ice adventure: penguins and a polar environment to learn about life in icy areas.
  • Interactive area: touch a starfish, learn about seahorses or discover how to take care of an octopus.

Opening hours

Sea Life Benalmádena is open all year round, with regular opening hours from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm, now in spring. However, in high season, from July onwards, they are open from 10:30 am to 11:00 pm. Returning in September to the usual opening hours.
It is advisable to consult their official website toconfirm opening hours on specific dates.

Prices and tickets

The approximate rates for the aquarium are:

  • Standard ticket: 19,50€ if you buy it online.
  • Premium Ticket: 22,50€.
  • Standard Annual Pass: 30€.
  • Premium Annual Pass: 45€.
  • Children under 2 years old: free admission

You can buy tickets for Sea Life Benalmadena directly at the ticket office, although it is recommended to do it online to get better prices and avoid queues. In addition, there are family discounts and combined with other attractions in the area.

More information to buy tickets at SEALIFE

Where is Sea Life Benalmádena?

The aquarium is located in the heart of Puerto Marina de Benalmádena, one of the most beautiful marinas in Europe. The exact address is Puerto Deportivo de Benalmádena, local 133, about 35 minutes drive from La Cala de Mijas.

It is easily accessible from all over the Costa del Sol by car, bus or even train (Cercanías) to the Benalmádena-Arroyo de la Miel station, with frequent connections.

swimming pool aerial views Gran Hotel Costa del Sol

Where to stay? Your ideal hotel near Sea Life

If you are planning a family vacation on the Costa del Sol, the Gran Hotel Costa del Sol in La Cala de Mijas is the perfect place to stay. Just half an hour from Sea Life Benalmadena, this 4-star beachfront hotel on the Costa del Sol offers the ideal environment to combine relaxation and fun.
It features an all-inclusive regime, swimming pool, family activities and direct access to the beach, making it a comfortable and practical accommodation for those traveling with children.