{"id":3079,"date":"2025-04-18T11:09:44","date_gmt":"2025-04-18T09:09:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/sea-life-benalmadena-a-fascinating-journey-through-the-marine-world\/"},"modified":"2025-06-17T12:06:02","modified_gmt":"2025-06-17T10:06:02","slug":"sea-life-benalmadena-a-fascinating-journey-through-the-marine-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/en\/sea-life-benalmadena-a-fascinating-journey-through-the-marine-world\/","title":{"rendered":"Sea Life Benalm\u00e1dena: a fascinating journey through the marine world"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>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 <strong>interactive aquarium, located in Puerto Marina<\/strong>, 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.  <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Sea Life Benalm\u00e1dena?<\/h2>\n\n<p>Sea Life Benalm\u00e1dena is an interactive aquarium that houses <strong>more than 2,000 marine creatures from all corners of the planet<\/strong>. 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.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/acuario-sealife-benalmadena.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2896\" srcset=\"https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/acuario-sealife-benalmadena.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/acuario-sealife-benalmadena-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/acuario-sealife-benalmadena-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>What to see in Sea Life Benalm\u00e1dena<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Underwater Jurassic Tunnel<\/strong>: an immersive experience to walk underwater surrounded by sharks, rays and sea turtles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tropical zone<\/strong>: exotic fish with vibrant colors that look as if they were taken from a coral reef.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Creatures of the Amazon<\/strong>: piranhas, catfish and other river species of South America.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ice adventure<\/strong>: penguins and a polar environment to learn about life in icy areas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Interactive area<\/strong>: touch a starfish, learn about seahorses or discover how to take care of an octopus.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Opening hours<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p>Sea Life Benalm\u00e1dena 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.<br\/>It is advisable to consult their official website to<a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitsealife.com\/benalmadena\/prepara-tu-visita\/antes-de-tu-visita\/horario\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">confirm opening hours on specific dates<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>Prices and tickets<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p>The approximate rates for the aquarium are:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Standard ticket: 19,50\u20ac if you buy it online.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Premium Ticket: 22,50\u20ac.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Standard Annual Pass: 30\u20ac.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Premium Annual Pass: 45\u20ac.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Children under 2 years old: free admission<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>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. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitsealife.com\/benalmadena\/tarifas\/entradas-sea-life-benalmadena\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">More information to buy tickets at SEALIFE<\/a><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where is Sea Life Benalm\u00e1dena?<\/h2>\n\n<p>The aquarium is located <strong>in the heart of Puerto Marina de Benalm\u00e1dena, one of the most beautiful marinas in Europe<\/strong>. The exact address is Puerto Deportivo de Benalm\u00e1dena, local 133, about 35 minutes drive from La Cala de Mijas. <\/p>\n\n<p>It is easily accessible from all over the Costa del Sol by car, bus or even train (Cercan\u00edas) to the Benalm\u00e1dena-Arroyo de la Miel station, with frequent connections.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"992\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/piscina_y_playa-4.redimensionado-992x1024.jpg\" alt=\"swimming pool aerial views Gran Hotel Costa del Sol\" class=\"wp-image-608\" srcset=\"https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/piscina_y_playa-4.redimensionado-992x1024.jpg 992w, https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/piscina_y_playa-4.redimensionado-291x300.jpg 291w, https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/piscina_y_playa-4.redimensionado-768x792.jpg 768w, https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/piscina_y_playa-4.redimensionado.jpg 1317w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 992px) 100vw, 992px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div style=\"height:24px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons alignfull is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-primary-outline booking-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\">BOOK AT GRAN HOTEL COSTA DEL SOL<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:24px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to stay? Your ideal hotel near Sea Life <\/h2>\n\n<p>If you are planning a family vacation on the Costa del Sol, the <a href=\"https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/en\/\">Gran Hotel Costa del Sol in La Cala de Mijas<\/a> is the perfect place to stay. Just half an hour from Sea Life Benalmadena, this <a href=\"https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/en\/4-star-hotel-on-the-costa-del-sol\/\">4-star beachfront hotel on the Costa del Sol<\/a> offers the ideal environment to combine relaxation and fun.<br\/>It features an <a href=\"https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/en\/all-inclusive-hotel-on-the-costa-del-sol\/\">all-inclusive regime<\/a>, swimming pool, family activities and direct access to the beach, making it a comfortable and practical accommodation for those traveling with children. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Omnis qui.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":2900,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"_uag_custom_page_level_css":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3079","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-costa-del-sol-en"],"acf":[],"uagb_featured_image_src":{"full":["https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/sealife-benalmadena.jpg",1450,967,false],"thumbnail":["https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/sealife-benalmadena-150x150.jpg",150,150,true],"medium":["https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/sealife-benalmadena-300x200.jpg",300,200,true],"medium_large":["https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/sealife-benalmadena-768x512.jpg",768,512,true],"large":["https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/sealife-benalmadena-1024x683.jpg",1024,683,true],"1536x1536":["https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/sealife-benalmadena.jpg",1450,967,false],"2048x2048":["https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/sealife-benalmadena.jpg",1450,967,false]},"uagb_author_info":{"display_name":"@nubeseo","author_link":"https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/en\/author\/nubeseo\/"},"uagb_comment_info":0,"uagb_excerpt":"Omnis qui.","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3079","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3079"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3079\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3080,"href":"https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3079\/revisions\/3080"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2900"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3079"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3079"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/granhotelcostadelsol.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3079"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}