Soft Play
The Funhouse
Spacious indoor soft play with slides, climbing frames and a café. Popular spot for birthday parties and a reliable rainy-day option in Swinton.
Newborn to 11 Years£££Indoor
The Funhouse
3.9(566)
SEA LIFE Manchester
SEA LIFE Manchester
4.0(5052 Google reviews)
AquariumIndoor
Ages
All ages
Price
£££
Typical visit
Around 2 hours
About this place
Dive into an underwater world right in the heart of the city at SEA LIFE Manchester
Perfect for a family day out, SEA LIFE Manchester is home to thousands of fascinating sea creatures including sharks, rays, jellyfish, turtles and colourful tropical fish. Walk through the incredible ocean tunnel as sharks swim overhead, explore interactive rock pools, and get hands-on with fun educational exhibits designed for curious kids.
There’s plenty for little ones to spot and learn along the way, making it a great indoor option for rainy days, quieter weekends or school holidays. Whether your child is obsessed with sea creatures or you just want an easy family activity that feels a bit magical, it’s an easy win for a few hours out.
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Plan your visit
Check the venue website for tickets, opening times and updates.
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Facilities
ToiletsCafeGift ShopBaby ChangeCar Park
What to bring
- Pre-booked tickets on your phone
- Pushchair if needed (fully accessible throughout)
- Snacks and a water bottle
- Cash-free payment card (no cash accepted)
- A coat for the walk from the car park
Top tips
- Use the toilets before you enter — the ones inside are halfway round.
- Weekdays are noticeably quieter, giving kids more space at the tanks.
- Watch your little ones closely in the Ocean Tunnel — easy to lose sight of them.
- Book tickets online in advance to save money; under 2s go free.
- The gift shop hits you immediately at the end — brace yourself (and your wallet).
Age range
All ages
Typical visit
2 hours
Under 2s go free. Soft play area available. Pushchair and wheelchair accessible.
Accessibility
Wheelchair AccessibleAccessible ToiletsDisabled Parking
Tags
Rainy DayEducationalInteractiveToddler FriendlyBaby FriendlyTeen FriendlyBirthday Parties
Location
SEA LIFE Manchester
Trafford Palazzo in TraffordCity, Next to, The Trafford Centre, Trafford Park, Stretford, Manchester M17 8AS
Parking tip
There's a car park at Trafford Palazzo, and the venue is wheelchair-accessible with accessible parking bays available.
Opening hours
monday10:00 - 18:00
tuesday10:00 - 18:00
wednesday10:00 - 18:00
thursday10:00 - 18:00
friday10:00 - 18:00
saturday10:00 - 19:00
sunday10:00 - 19:00