Day 1
Ocean Discovery & Character Fun
SeaWorld Orlando – Park Entry & Main Entrance
SeaWorld Orlando
Arrive at SeaWorld Orlando's main gate and grab a park map to plan your family's full day of ocean animals, rides, and character experiences.
Tip Purchase tickets online in advance to skip the gate lines and save money. Stroller rentals are available just inside the entrance.
Sea Lion High – SeaWorld Orlando Stadium
Sea Lion High
A hilarious live comedy show featuring talented sea lions, otters, and walruses performing alongside human actors in a school-themed theatrical production with music, dancing, and ocean-themed songs from SeaWorld.
Tip Arrive 20 minutes early for the best stadium seating. The show features sea-themed music, dancing performers in ocean costumes, and plenty of laughs for the whole family.
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The classic SeaWorld sea lion comedy show with music and dancing in a school setting.
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The classic SeaWorld sea lion comedy show with music and dancing in a school setting.
The Home Depot – Orlando (International Drive)
The Home Depot
A home improvement and hardware store offering tools, building materials, garden supplies, and home essentials for families needing supplies during their Orlando visit.
Tip This location near International Drive is convenient for picking up any needed supplies. Large parking lot and family-friendly shopping environment.
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Another major home improvement retailer with a wide selection of tools, hardware, and home supplies.
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Another major home improvement retailer with a wide selection of tools, hardware, and home supplies.
Sharks Underwater Grill – SeaWorld Orlando
✓ VerifiedSharks Underwater Grill
A unique dining experience where families enjoy lunch surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows viewing live sharks, sea turtles, and tropical fish swimming by your table.
Tip Request a table directly against the aquarium glass for the best views. Kids' menu includes chicken tenders, pasta, and grilled fish. Reservations highly recommended.
Stingray Lagoon & Dolphin Cove Touch Pools – SeaWorld Orlando
Stingray Lagoon & Dolphin Cove
Interactive touch pools where kids can reach into shallow water to gently touch and feed stingrays and dolphins under supervision, creating unforgettable hands-on animal encounters.
Tip Purchase fish trays for $5-7 to feed the stingrays and dolphins – kids absolutely love this! Wash hands at the nearby stations before and after. No height or weight restrictions.
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A rocky coastline habitat where families can watch playful sea lions and seals up close and toss fish to feed them.
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A rocky coastline habitat where families can watch playful sea lions and seals up close and toss fish to feed them.
Dolphin Cove Underwater Viewing – SeaWorld Orlando
Dolphin Cove Underwater Viewing
An incredible underwater viewing area where families can watch Atlantic bottlenose dolphins swimming gracefully through large acrylic windows, offering a unique perspective of these intelligent marine mammals beneath the surface.
Tip Visit during feeding times for the most active dolphin behavior. The underwater windows provide amazing photo opportunities as dolphins swim right up to the glass.
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A special habitat where families can observe mother dolphins caring for their calves in a protected environment.
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A special habitat where families can observe mother dolphins caring for their calves in a protected environment.
Orca Encounter – SeaWorld Orlando Orca Stadium
Orca Encounter
An educational presentation at the massive Orca Stadium where families watch majestic killer whales (orcas) showcase their natural behaviors, breaching, spy-hopping, and interacting with trainers while learning about orca conservation.
Tip Arrive 20 minutes early for prime seating in the stadium. Watch as orcas leap from the water and interact with trainers during feeding demonstrations. Bring a poncho if sitting in the splash zone!
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A spectacular dolphin show featuring acrobatics, jumps, and trainer interactions in the Dolphin Theater.
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A spectacular dolphin show featuring acrobatics, jumps, and trainer interactions in the Dolphin Theater.
Voyager Smokehouse – SeaWorld Orlando
✓ VerifiedVoyager Smokehouse
A popular family dinner spot inside SeaWorld serving smoked BBQ ribs, pulled pork, mac and cheese, and kids' plates in a rustic waterfront setting near the lagoon.
Tip Request a table near the water for a relaxing lagoon view at sunset. The kids' BBQ platter with fries and lemonade is a crowd favorite for little ones.
Holiday Inn Resort Orlando Suites – Waterpark Way
Holiday Inn Resort Orlando Suites
A family-friendly resort hotel near SeaWorld featuring spacious suites, kids' pools, and complimentary shuttle service to nearby theme parks.
Tip Request a suite with a kitchenette for easy breakfast prep with kids. The resort offers free parking and is just 5 minutes from SeaWorld's main entrance.
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