---
title: SEA LIFE Michigan
slug: sea-life-michigan-auburn-hills
type: attraction
sub_type: aquariums
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/sea-life-michigan-auburn-hills
city: Auburn Hills
state: MI
country: US
address: SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium, 4316 Baldwin Road
geo:
  lat: 42.70367
  lng: -83.2965
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T21:05:44.840Z
price_from:
  amount: 24
  currency: USD
  unit: per_adult
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 3.5
  count: 644
  scale: 5
ticket_options:
  - group: Other Options
    options:
      - name: 1 Day Admission
        price: 24.29
        regular_price: 26
        savings: 1.71
        ticket_types:
          - name: Adult (13+ yrs)
            min_age: 13
          - name: Child (2-12 yrs)
            min_age: 2
            max_age: 12
      - name: SEA LIFE  Peppa Pig World of Play
        price: 35.75
        regular_price: 37.99
        savings: 2.24
        ticket_types:
          - name: Adult (13+ yrs)
            min_age: 13
          - name: Child (2-12 yrs)
            min_age: 2
            max_age: 12
---
## Overview

Discover life under the sea at SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium, the largest aquarium in the state, featuring over 250 species and interactive exhibits including a 180° underwater ocean tunnel.

## What's Included
- Admission to SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium
- Access to over 10 themed exhibits displaying 2,000 creatures
- Interactive Touchpool Experience where you can touch sea stars and other creatures
- Entry to Michigan’s only 180° underwater ocean tunnel

## What's Not Included
- Outside food and beverages are not allowed

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## Ticket Options

- **1 Day Admission** — $24.29 (regularly $26.00, save $1.71)
  SEA LIFE Michigan aquarium tickets include one-day admission to this immersive and interactive aquarium with over 250 species of marine life, 10+ interactive exhibits, and a 120,000-gallon ocean exhibit with an underwater tunnel. It's FINtastic fun for visitors of all ages.
  - Adult (13+ yrs)
  - Child (2-12 yrs)
- **SEA LIFE  Peppa Pig World of Play** — $35.75 (regularly $37.99, save $2.24)
  Enjoy 2 attractions in 1 combo: SEA LIFE Michigan and Peppa Pig World of Play. Choose your Peppa Pig World of Play date and time, then visit SEA LIFE Michigan the same day or anytime within 30 days.
  - Adult (13+ yrs)
  - Child (2-12 yrs)

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## Good to Know
* Walk through Michigan’s only 180° underwater ocean tunnel.  
* Over 250 species and 2,000 creatures on display in 10 themed exhibits.  
* Touch real sea stars and other creatures in the touchpool.  
* Plan to spend about 1-2 hours to enjoy the full experience.  
* Suitable for all ages. Guests 17 and under require an accompanying adult aged 18+.  
* Combo tickets with Peppa Pig World of Play and LEGOLAND Discovery Center available.  
* Each party must be accompanied by at least one child to visit LEGOLAND.  
* Outside food and beverages are not allowed.  
* SEA LIFE Michigan is typically open 10am–6pm Sundays through Fridays, and 10am to 7pm Saturdays; last entry is 1 hour before closing.  
* Location: Entrance 7 of Great Lakes Crossing Outlets in Auburn Hills, near the Rainforest Cafe and mall food court (4316 Baldwin Road, Auburn Hills, MI 48326).  
* Free parking at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets.  
* Children under 2 are admitted free.  
* Visits are self-guided.  
* No outside food or drinks allowed except for babies or children with food allergies.  
* Bring a camera and wear comfortable clothing and shoes.  
* Aquarium is stroller and wheelchair accessible. Wheelchair rentals available at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets’ Guest Services.  
* SEA LIFE offers a free ADA Carer ticket for visitors who need assistance.  
* Once inside, guests may stay as long as they like but cannot re-enter after leaving.  
* Visit any time; weekdays afternoons and evenings are quieter.  
* Pets are not allowed except service animals.  
* Combo ticket with LEGOLAND Discovery Center: arrival time selected applies to LEGOLAND, SEA LIFE visit may be on the same day or within 30 days. LEGOLAND requires at least one child per party.

## FAQs

### What are the hours of operation?
SEA LIFE Michigan is typically open 10am–6pm Sundays through Fridays, and 10am to 7pm Saturdays. Last entry is 1 hour before closing. Hours may vary due to special events and holidays.

### How long can we spend at SEA LIFE Aquarium Michigan?
Most visits take about 1–2 hours, but you can stay as long as you like.

### Where is SEA LIFE Aquarium in Michigan, and how do you get there?
Located at Entrance 7 of Great Lakes Crossing Outlets, Auburn Hills, MI 48326, next to Rainforest Cafe. Great Lakes Crossing Outlets is a bus stop on MTA's Oakland County Regional Service route from Flint.

### Is there parking? If there is, what's the fee?
Great Lakes Crossing Outlets offers free parking.

### Is this aquarium age appropriate?
Suitable for all ages. Children under 2 are admitted free.

### Are visits guided?
Visits are self-guided with no set tour.

### Can I bring my own food and drinks?
Outside food and beverages are not allowed except for babies or children with food allergies.

### What should I bring?
Bring a camera!

### What should I wear?
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes.

### Is SEA LIFE Aquarium suitable for visitors with strollers/wheelchair users? Are there rentals?
The aquarium is stroller and wheelchair accessible. Wheelchairs can be rented from Great Lakes Crossing Outlets Guest Services. ADA Carer tickets are available on request.

### Can we come and go?
Once inside, you may stay as long as you like but cannot re-enter once you leave.

### When is the best time to visit?
Any time is good; weekday afternoons and evenings tend to be quieter.

### Why are we reserving a time when there is still a line to get in?
Ticket time slots help reduce crowding and wait times. Some short waiting in the ticket holder line may occur during peak times.

### What if we're late for our reserved time?
Staff will do their best to admit you as quickly as possible during operating hours.

### Are pets allowed?
Only service animals are allowed.

### What does the combo ticket with Legoland Discovery Center entail?
The combo ticket saves money for visiting both attractions. The selected time applies to your arrival at LEGOLAND; SEA LIFE may be visited that day or within 30 days. LEGOLAND requires at least one child per party.

## Reviews

> "FUN DAY"
> — fishinfool01, June 27, 2023

> "Fantastic Fish"
> — shyleea2023, June 27, 2023

> "Family friendly"
> — kimd6710, April 01, 2023

> "Fun"
> — ph_kendra, June 13, 2022