Think you know everything there is to know about SeaWorld San Diego? Today we're sharing 7 things you might not know about SeaWorld San Diego. If you’re heading to Southern California, be sure to get your SeaWorld tickets here to save the most during your vacation.

1. There are festivals year-round. No matter when you visit SeaWorld San Diego, there is bound to be something going on.

In 2024 you can expect these exciting events at SeaWorld San Diego:

• SeaWorld Inside Look (Select dates, Jan. 13 – 21). Meet the SeaWorld® team and hear their personal stories about caring for our animals and learn more about their life-saving work.
• SeaWorld Mardi Gras (Select dates, Jan. 27 – Feb. 25). Grab your beads and celebrate this New Orleans-style carnival event complete with live music, extravagant costumes, and Mardi Gras-infused Creole and Cajun food favorites
• SeaWorld Seven Seas Food Festival (Select dates, Mar. 1 – Apr. 28). Sip and sample your way around the world of international flavors, craft beers and wines, and enjoy live musical performances along the way.
• SeaWorld Viva La Música (returning in 2024). Experience this festive, family-friendly Latin celebration in a new way as you dance to the hottest music, sample fiery flavors, and much more.
• SeaWorld Summer Spectacular (returning in 2024).Splash into summer with live entertainment, delicious food and drinks, fireworks, and so much more!
• SeaWorld Halloween Spooktacular (returning in 2024). Halloween is back with candy, costumes, and plenty of spooky surprises.
• SeaWorld Howl-O-Scream (returning in 2024). There’s a new terror in town, with a killer smile. Brave terror after dark as haunted houses, scare zones, monstrous coasters, and more take over. Separately Ticketed Nighttime Event.
• SeaWorld Día de los Muertos (returning in 2024). Bringing together the flavors and sounds of this family centric Mexican tradition.
• SeaWorld Christmas Celebration (returning in 2024). Where holiday traditions are made, with delicious food, stunning live shows, delightful holiday shopping and joyous entertainment.

You won't want to miss any of the fun!

2. SeaWorld now has sixteen rides including five major roller coasters! There are plenty of thrills awaiting you at SeaWorld San Diego including our favorite coasters:

• Electric Eel is the biggest, fastest, most intense roller in San Diego
• Manta, where your feet dangle as you zoom like a manta ray
• Journey to Atlantis a unique roller coaster with a splash
• Emperor brings you California’s first floorless dive coaster
• Arctic Rescue has icy thrills at every turn at speeds of up to 40 miles per hour

3. There are still orcas. There has been a big shift from the days of the Shamu Show. Now you can come face-to-face with these majestic animals like never before with underwater viewing.

4. Get up close and personal with even more sealife animals. In 2024 the all new “Jewels of the Sea: The Jellyfish Experience” will be a highlight for all sea loving guests. You’ll enter the world of the jellyfish in a more stunning, immersive way than ever before as the secrets of these beautiful, mystifying creatures are unveiled

There are also numerous touch pools with fish, crabs and even sharks! There are animal ambassadors found throughout the park who are ready and willing to answer all of your questions. Not to mention, SeaWorld offers a wide range of behind the scenes experiences. Dolphin interactions, VIP tours and so much more.

Bonus thing you didn't know about SeaWorld San Diego: Turtle Reef is one of the most incredible turtle habitats in the entire world. It features loggerhead, hawksbill and green sea turtles in an interactive exhibit.

5. Get ready to be entertained at the Sea Lion Amphitheater! The Pacific Point Marine Conservation Center gives a special tour through the lives of California sea lions and Asian small-clawed otters.

You’ll love seeing these fascinating animals in action and learning more about their characteristics, skills, and behaviors. You’ll discover where they live in the wild, what threats they face, and what simple steps you can take to help protect them. Our expert conservationists have a few fun surprises in store for you too.

Be sure to make time to see SeaWorld’s high-flying Bottlenose Dolphins and the amazing team that care for them as they show off their incredible athleticism and celebrate life in the “Dolphin Adventures” show.

6. SeaWorld's rescue and conservation efforts are incredible and once you visit, we think you'll agree. We especially love the Rescue Jr. area which introduces guests of all ages to awesome rescue-themed rides, see real rescue vehicles up close, and much more in this exciting kid spot.

Families can meet Animal Conservation Ambassadors and learn about a variety of unique rescued animals during daily presentations. Best of all, you’ll have fun learning about animals and how you can help with conservation every day!

7. While Sesame Street Bay of Play used to be part of SeaWorld, it is now its own theme park. You can read about Sesame Place and everything you need to know to visit here.

There you have it! I hope you learned a thing or two about SeaWorld San Diego. This park is one of the most dynamic parks in the world. It is constantly evolving and bringing new educational and entertainment options and experiences for families.

Of course, when you're ready to visit SeaWorld San Diego, let Get Away Today know. We'd love to help! You can find all of our San Diego vacation packages online, or you can call any of our vacation experts at 855-GET-AWAY. There's nothing quite like a visit to SeaWorld San Diego.