Located in the Texan city of San Antonio, SeaWorld is the largest marine park in the United States, jam-packed with aquatic-themed fun including rollercoasters, rides, live entertainment and animal shows.
A sunset view over SeaWorld San Antonio (Photo: SeaWorld San Antonio)
Spread over some 250 acres, the park attracts huge numbers of families every year who come to enjoy the thrills and spills of one of the world’s most popular water-based theme parks. As well as being brimming with enthralling, adrenaline-fuelled rides, the park also has a keen focus on education and awareness, with a variety of interactive activities available, including up-close animal encounters and behind-the-scenes tours, that offer a deep insight into the inner workings of the attraction.
When it comes to how to visit, there are dozens of online vendors selling tickets to SeaWorld San Antonio, but for optimum peace of mind we advise booking through the official website. In addition to single-day tickets, there is a whole array of add-ons to choose from, including hotel packages and multi-park bundles. With so many options to consider, it can be something of a minefield, so we’ve dug deep into the research and created a full run-down of how to buy tickets for SeaWorld San Antonio depending on your budget, preferences and needs.
Tickets
You may save a few dollars by booking through other websites, but overall we recommend booking SeaWorld Antonio tickets at the official website.
If booking through the official website, there are several ticketing options available for SeaWorld San Antonio. Single-day tickets start at $52.99, or if you plan to visit over more than one day you can also book two or three-day tickets that also include unlimited entrance to Aquatica theme park, located directly next door, for the duration that your ticket is valid. However, please note that you must use the ticket on consecutive days after first use and tickets expire 6 months from the date of purchase. Children under 3 go free.
As well as standard admission, you can also purchase ticket bundles that include all-day dining, prepaid parking, seat reservations and Quick Queue access that lets you skip the lines for rides during your visits. Furthermore, you can book special park experiences such as interacting one-on-one with animals when booking through the official website. Rain doesn’t have to wash away your fun, either, as if extreme elements mean the park has to close, you can just come back another day. For visitors seeking accommodation, there is also a Vacation Packages section where you save money my booking hotels with select partners, with park tickets included in the hotel rate.
Go San Antonio Pass
Another option, if you’re planning on visiting multiple attractions in San Antonio, is a Go San Antonio pass. Go San Antonio offers savings of up to 50% off over 25 top attractions, including SeaWorld Antonio, Six Flags Fiesta Texas and LEGOland Discovery Center. With an ‘Explorers Pass’, you can visit between two and five attractions within 60 days, while a ‘Build Your Own’ pass will save you up to 20% off the gate prices. Once you’ve purchased your pass, you simply download the free Go City app, then pick and choose attractions as you please. You don’t need to choose your attractions too far in advance, but it’s recommended to make a reservation before your visit.