Sea explorers will be able to marvel at over 2,000 amazing creatures including jaw-some sharks, cheeky gentoo penguins and the UK’s first and only sea otters, Ozzy and Ola before entering our glittering grotto where Santa and his cheeky elves will be waiting in their magical winter wonderland to say hello and find out what’s on the top of those Christmas lists this year!

Every child who visits Santa in his grotto will be given a present to take home and enjoy!

29th November to the 24th of December 2025

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Tickets to see Santa are priced at £8.50pp and all guests must also hold a valid ticket to the attraction for the same day. 

All children require a ticket to see Santa, including under 2’s. Babies in arms (under 12 months) do not require a ticket if they are accompanying another paying child unless you would like them to have the full Santa experience with a gift.

Book tickets here (don't forget to book your Sea Life entry tickets as well as your Santa tickets!)

There is so much to see at the National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham! Dive in and you'll discover 

The UK's Only 360° Ocean Tunnel where you can marvel at our sharks, a giant turtle, rays and hundreds of tropical fish swimming overhead and underneath as you walk through the sea in this truly unique experience

Meet the UK's First Sea Otters, Ozzy and Ola, as they settle into our Marine Mammal facility.

Penguin Ice Adventure - Marvel at the cheeky antics of our feathered friends, the Gentoo penguins, as they dive beneath the freezing waters and play in their icy home

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