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SEA LIFE San Antonio

Part of SEA LIFE

Downtown / River Walk (Shops at Rivercenter), San Antonio, TX
Ages 312
125 kids
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Best for

Animal-loving kids roughly ages 3 to 12 whose families want an all-day aquarium visit plus a private themed party room in downtown San Antonio.

Less ideal if

Big-energy parties that want running and jumping. This is a walk-through aquarium with a one-hour party room, not an active-play venue.

At a glance

The fast read before you compare packages

Start with the essentials: price signal, group fit, and how recently the venue details were checked.

Best for

Animal-loving kids roughly ages 3 to 12 whose families want an all-day aquarium visit plus a private themed party room in downtown San Antonio.

This is the first thing most parents want to confirm before going deeper.

Not ideal for

Big-energy parties that want running and jumping. This is a walk-through aquarium with a one-hour party room, not an active-play venue.

Starting price

$375

Ideal group size

1-25 kids

Last verified

June 4, 2026

Verification status

Needs live re-check

Cost & package fit

Compare package options at SEA LIFE San Antonio

PackagePriceDurationIncludesExcludes
Traditional Party$37560 minAdmission for up to 25 people (adults and children); All-day access to SEA LIFE Aquarium; 1-hour private party room with a hostNo exclusions listed
Premium Party$47560 minEverything in the Traditional Party; Goldfish Crackers snack; Ranger Mission Pack for each childNo exclusions listed
Ultimate Party$62560 minEverything in the Premium Party; Private mascot meet and greet with SharkyNo exclusions listed
Packages from
$375–$625

SEA LIFE San Antonio offers 3 party packages for ages 312. Most parties run about 1 hour. Groups of 125 kids are typically supported.

Common inclusions

  • Admission for up to 25 people (adults and children)
  • All-day access to SEA LIFE Aquarium
  • 1-hour private party room with a host
  • Party games and crafts
  • Party crowns
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Scenario budget estimates

Estimated totals for common guest counts using published package pricing.

10 kids

$375-$625

Fixed-package estimates use published base pricing.

15 kids

$375-$625

Fixed-package estimates use published base pricing.

20 kids

$375-$625

Fixed-package estimates use published base pricing.

*Pricing and package details are sourced from official venue pages. Confirm current rates before booking.

What to know

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Every package includes all-day aquarium admission, so guests can explore the tanks and ocean tunnel before or after the party room
  • All three packages are published as flat prices covering up to 25 guests, so the cost is clear before you book
  • Fully indoor downtown River Walk location means the party runs in air conditioning regardless of Texas weather

Keep in mind

  • The 25-person cap counts adults and children together, so a party with many tag-along parents leaves room for fewer kids
  • The private party room is only 1 hour, shorter than the multi-hour rooms at many play-based venues
Planning tips

Helpful planning tips

Book online at least 2 weeks in advance, as parties must be reserved ahead of time and cannot be arranged same-day

Plan your headcount around the 25-person limit that includes adults, then decide how many parents will attend versus drop off

Outside food is not permitted, but you can bring a store-bought cake or cupcakes for the party room, so order those separately

Step up to the Premium or Ultimate package if you want pizza included, since the Traditional package covers beverages and cake only

Bring your printed parking ticket from the Crockett Street or Commerce Street garage to the front desk for the $3 validated rate

Use the all-day admission by arriving early or staying after the party room hour to walk the full aquarium with your group

Policies & requirements

What to confirm before party day

Waivers

Not required

Outside cake

Allowed

Outside food

Not allowed

Adult entry

Adult guests are counted in the 25-person package total, so parents and kids share the same headcount rather than entering free as spectators.

Weather sensitivity

Indoor setup (low weather risk)

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Getting there

Location & contact

Address

849 E Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78205

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Parking

Discounted validated parking at the Crockett Street and Commerce Street garages at the Shops at Rivercenter, both run by Platinum Parking. Bring your printed parking ticket to the front desk to get 2 hours for $3 at either garage.

Public transit

Downtown location on the River Walk, served by VIA Metropolitan Transit routes through central San Antonio. Walkable from many downtown hotels and the Alamo.

FAQ

Questions about SEA LIFE San Antonio

There are three packages, all covering up to 25 guests: the Traditional Party at $375, the Premium Party at $475, and the Ultimate Party at $625. Each includes all-day aquarium admission and a 1-hour private party room with a host.

What we checked

official-website

Accessed June 4, 2026

Official birthday parties page lists all three packages with published flat prices ($375 / $475 / $625), the 25-guest cap, 1-hour party room, inclusions, the 2-week advance booking rule, outside-food policy, and store-bought cake allowance.

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official-website

Accessed June 4, 2026

Official directions and parking page confirms the full address 849 E Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78205 and the $3 validated parking detail.

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official-website

Accessed June 4, 2026

Official location landing page confirms the aquarium is open and operating, with hours 10am to 6pm (last entry 5pm). Phone (210) 610-1160 cross-checked via Google Business listing.

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Last verified: June 4, 2026Needs live re-check