Home to more than 100,000 marine animals of over 1,000 species, and boasting a viewing panel that is 36m wide by 8.3m tall that gives visitors the feeling of being on the ocean floor, S.E.A. Aquarium is already one of Singapore’s most unique venues. Add to it the flicker and glow of thousands of candles and you enter a new realm of enchantment.
Situated on Sentosa Island, the aquarium is part of the Resorts World Sentosa. The easiest way to reach S.E.A. Aquarium is with the MRT. Take the MRT to HarbourFront Station (North-East Line or Circle Line) and then transfer to the Sentosa Express monorail at Vivocity. The monorail will take you directly to Sentosa Island and you can follow signs to the aquarium from there.
Facts, Curiosities and Interesting Things about S.E.A. Aquarium
1. Home to the Open Ocean Habitat
The aquarium is home to the Open Ocean Habitat. It is one of the largest aquarium viewing panels in the world, providing a breathtaking view of marine life including rays, sharks, and other large fish. You can even dive 12 meters deep into the habitat and get up close to the animals.
2. A mind-bending underwater tunnel
S.E.A. Aquarium features an impressive underwater tunnel that allows visitors to walk through a glass enclosure surrounded by marine life, giving you a 360-degree view of the underwater world.
3. Conservation efforts
The S.E.A. Aquarium is committed to marine conservation and education, promoting awareness about the importance of preserving ocean ecosystems. Through its wide range of programmes for children and adults alike, guests can learn about the diverse marine environments and their conservation.
Candlelight concerts at S.E.A. Aquarium
The underwater charm of Singapore’s Candlelight concerts continues at S.E.A. Aquarium with iconic music from across the ages. This season, audiences will be treated to some of cinema’s most memorable and illustrious music. From scores that amplified the sense of mystery to scores that elevated the sense of the fantastic, the surreal and the wonder of incredible scenes, you will get to relive them all under the sea.
What else can you do at S.E.A. Aquarium?
The aquarium is packed with immersive exhibits and displays. Discover S.E.A. Aquarium’s first exhibit Shipwreck Habitat, get a close peek at the Coral Gardens, ring in the Lunar New Year with an underwater dragon dance presentation or enjoy a multi-sensory light show.
The S.E.A. Aquarium is one of the world’s largest aquariums and a captivating marine wonderland. Besides its countless exhibitions, it is also known to host sensational Candlelight concerts. Candlelight at S.E.A. Aquarium in Resorts World Sentosa takes place on select dates. Admission into S.E.A. Aquarium begins 60 mins prior and seating 20 minutes before each concert begins, giving audiences ample time to marvel at the marine animals joining them for the night. Watch out for the sharks!