Overview
Located in San Diego, California, SeaWorld San Diego is a marine mammal park, oceanarium, and theme park rolled into one. As one of the flagship properties of the global SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment brand, the San Diego facility is renowned for its live shows, interactive experiences, and focus on marine conservation. It serves as both a recreational destination and an educational resource for understanding the world's oceans and the creatures that inhabit them.
Visitors to SeaWorld San Diego can expect an array of thrilling rides, live animal shows, and interactive exhibits. The park features iconic shows like "Orca Encounter," which educates audiences about killer whales while showcasing their natural behaviors. The Dolphin Amphitheater and Sea Lion & Otter Amphitheater offer additional live animal shows. Beyond the shows, attractions such as the Skytower and the Manta roller coaster provide entertainment for thrill-seekers. Interactive experiences like the touch pools, where guests can interact with rays and other marine life, add an educational dimension to the park experience.
Conservation is central to SeaWorld San Diego's mission. The park is active in animal rescue, rehabilitation, and release programs. SeaWorld's Rescue Team is on call 24/7, 365 days a year, to help ill, injured, or stranded animals. The park also engages in breeding programs for threatened or endangered species and actively participates in research to better understand marine life. Their conservation efforts are meant to inspire visitors to take action to protect the natural world.
Details
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Zoo Size:189 acres
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Number of Species on Display:300+
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Number of Animals:27,000+
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Key Exhibits:Orca Encounter || Dolphin Amphitheater || Sea Lion & Otter Amphitheater || Shark Encounter || Penguin Encounter || Turtle Reef || Wild Arctic || Aquaria: World of Fishes || Manta Aquarium