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Opened in 1973, SeaWorld Orlando is the city’s third major attraction. But its unique marine wildlife focus and educational goals puts it in a league all of its own. Guests can get up close and personal with killer whales, sea lions, manatees, rays, and a host of other watery creatures. The recent thrill ride additions have expanded the park’s appeal to teens, confirming SeaWorld as an essential part of any family’s Orlando visit.
For more watery fun in Orlando (see Places to Cool Off)

Top 10 Attractions

1. Shamu Adventure

The park’s best live show. Killer whales fling trainers in the air, beach themselves close to the crowd, and splash the first 14 rows of the audience.
2. Wild Arctic

An impressive and chilly re-creation of the Arctic, with polar bears, beluga whales, and walruses. Guests can opt to “arrive” by a simulated helicopter ride, but the line will be longer.
3. Kraken

Billed as the “tallest, fastest, longest, and only floorless roller coaster in Orlando,” Kraken is a fearsome thrill. It takes riders up 15 stories, spins them upside down seven times, and goes under water, all at speeds up to 65 mph (104.6 kmph).
4. Journey to Atlantis

The big draw of this flume ride is a 60-ft (18-m) drop, but the surprise bonus is the twisting roller coaster section near the end. Everyone should expect to get wet, especially those in the front of the car.
5. Clyde & Seamore Take Pirate Island

This swashbuckling live-action comedy features a cast of mischievous sea lions and otters who steal the show from their human co-stars.
6. Shark Encounter

Here, thanks to the world’s largest underwater acrylic tunnel, you can stand six inches (15 cm) from a toothy shark and glide on a people-mover through a world of slithery eels, pufferfish, and sleek barracuda.
7. Manatees:The Last Generation?

The hulking “sea cow” is one of the Earth’s gentlest creatures but endangered due to injuries from boat propellers. This exhibit has above- and below-water viewing of those brought here to recuperate.
8. Pacific Point Preserve

8. Pacific Point Preserve

On the surf-drenched rocks of this re-created California coast, hundreds of sea lions and seals cavort and squall in a deafening, endless request for lunch.
9. Dolphin Cove

9. Dolphin Cove

The spirit of “Flipper” lives on with these playful bottlenose dolphins, which romp at the edge of a lagoon where they can be petted. The underwater viewing area is the best spot to see them in action.
10. Odyssea

Wonders of the sea come alive in this amazing show. This non-traditional circus combines high-flying acrobatics with music, costumes, and special effects within a spectacular set.

Practical Information

For lunch, try the Deli at the Anheuser-Busch Hospitality Center. The sandwiches are large and the first two draft beers are free (that’s the limit per person). Get a SeaWorld Express ticket for special access (see Tips on Shopping & Tickets). Beat the heat with mid-day visits to air-conditioned indoor attractions. Didn’t bring a stroller? Rent one at the Children’s Store.Two-way radios can also be hired at the maps & education building. 7007 SeaWorld Dr 407-351-3600 www.seaworldorlando. com/seaworld/fla Opens 9am, closes between 5pm and 10pm (depending on the season) Adm: adults $51.95, children (3–9) $42.95 (plus 6% tax). Children under 3 go free.

Reviews

SAMANTHA789

We've just got back from our summer holiday in Florida and Seaworld was definitely one of the highlights of our trip. With five young children (ages 6, 4, 4, 2 & 4 months) to contend with - Seaworld managed to occupy us all! From the excellent Shamu show to the wonderful childrens play areas, it's certainly a park we'll return to on future visits.

about a year ago

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