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At a glance

Now
Opening soonOpens today at 10:00
Age
Babies, Toddlers, Children
Price
Medium (££) — guide only; check official prices
Location
North Shields
Seal looking up from the water at the pool edge.

More to know

Indoors or outdoors
Indoors
Visit length
Full day
Price band: Medium · How we use price bands

These are broad planning guides for a typical visit, not exact prices. Check the venue before travelling.

Free
No regular admission fee. Parking, donations, travel or optional activities may still cost extra.
Low
Usually a small charge or donation, broadly up to £10 per person.
Medium
A typical paid visit, broadly around £10–£25 per person or a moderate family ticket.
High
Usually a larger day-out cost, broadly over £25 per person or for a family ticket.

About this activity

Explore aquatic exhibits at Tynemouth Aquarium on the North Tyneside coast and check the day's talks and feeds. Seal Cove is closed for essential maintenance from 18 to 24 October 2026, with no seal shows during that period. Check current exhibit availability, admission and opening information before planning your family visit.

Opening hoursVisitor hours · Current schedule
monday
10:00–16:00
tuesday
10:00–16:00
wednesday
10:00–16:00
thursday
10:00–16:00
friday
10:00–16:00
saturday
10:00–17:00
sunday
10:00–17:00

Opening times can change. Check the venue website before travelling.

Check venue website

Plan your visit

Location

Grand Parade, North Shields, NE30 4JF
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