Watch with your family as Emerson, Mateo, Olivia and Ricky explore OdySea Aquarium.
Prepare best by knowing when, where and how to go.
Sensory Scale uses 1 – 10 scoring, with 10 being maximum sensory input.
When visiting the touch tanks, use two fingers to gently touch the animals. Be sure to wash your hands both before and after.
Penguin Point features a water table, Lite-Brites, and other interactive games — a great spot for sensory play!
OdySea Aquarium has two penguin mascots — Pip and his mom, Polly. They are about six feet tall and do not speak. Ask a Team Member about scheduled appearances at Penguin Point if you’d like to see them — or avoid them.
OdySea Aquarium offers sensory bags for guests to use during their visit. They can be picked up at the Concierge Desk. Each bag includes fidgets, headphones, communication tools, and more!
The lobby now features a 360-degree screen with an immersive ocean experience — you’ll feel like you’re underwater the moment you step inside! You’ll see playful otters, vibrant fish, and even sharks swimming by.
To move through the lobby more quickly, consider purchasing your tickets online in advance.
The ocean scent is strong when you first walk in, but your nose quickly adjusts. If you need a break, the patio near Starbucks is a great spot to step outside.
OdySea Aquarium offers a quiet room near Penguin Point for any guest who needs a break. It includes a restroom, books, soft chairs, and more. Just ask any staff member for access.
Use our step-by-step approach that breaks your video tour into segments.
Assistive communication icons helps with telling others what you need and how you feel.
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