SEA LIFE Scheveningen takes you on a journey from local coastal waters to exotic oceans. You’ll start with the inhabitants of the North Sea, such as flatfish and lobsters, and end up among the colorful fish of a tropical coral reef. Along the way, you'll learn about ecosystems, endangered species, and the importance of ocean conservation all presented in a way that appeals to both children and adults.
Walk literally under the fins of blacktip reef sharks and stingrays in the tunnel beneath the shark tank. You can also touch a starfish or anemone in the interactive touch pool. Curious how otters, piranhas, or turtles are fed? Attend a feeding presentation and get extra insights from one of the animal care staff.
SEA LIFE is designed with families in mind: it’s compact, engaging, and varied. Kids can go on scavenger hunts, collect stamps, or solve quiz questions posted by the tanks. Meanwhile, you'll learn in an accessible and non-preachy way about plastic pollution in the ocean, sustainable fishing, and coral reef protection.
SEA LIFE may not take a full day, but it will definitely be an unforgettable part of your day in Scheveningen. For many children (and adults), it’s the first time seeing a real shark up close an experience you won’t soon forget. The ocean suddenly feels very close, right in the heart of the city.
Planning to visit SEA LIFE and want to be sure of a parking spot? Easily reserve your space at Q-Park Malieveld or Q-Park Strandweg. Prefer to park somewhere else in The Hague? Check out our complete list of parking garages in The Hague.
If you want to park close to SEA LIFE, reserve a spot at Q-Park Strandweg. You can park here from €30 per day. This parking garage is located right by the beach, so you’ll be at the pier within just a few minutes' walk. Prefer to avoid the crowds? Then you can also choose to park at Q-Park Malieveld, where you can park from €15 per day. Please note: if you park here to visit Scheveningen, you’ll need to take another form of transport to get to Scheveningen.