Introduction to SeaWorld

SeaWorld Orlando is a 200-acre marine adventure theme park that is open year-round and is a welcome respite and break to many after the hustle-and-bustle of the other theme parks in Central Florida. This modern theme park focuses more on education and discovery rather than thrill rides, but it does incorporate many exciting attractions to keep thrill and adventure-seekers happy throughout the park. SeaWorld Orlando has a vast array of shows and interaction opportunities that feature a plethora of their very own unique stars, including killer whales, polar bears, seals, sea lions, penguins, dolphins, stingrays, walruses and many more.

The history of SeaWorld goes back all the way to 1964, when four UCLA graduates originally had the idea to build an underwater restaurant. When that idea was deemed unfeasible, they moved to the concept of a marine zoological park, which evolved into SeaWorld as we know it today. While the first SeaWorld theme park opened in San Diego, more soon followed, with SeaWorld Orlando opening its doors as the third SeaWorld addition in 1973. Discovery Cove followed in 2000, and SeaWorld Orlando’s Aqautica opened on March 1, 2008, becoming the first water park for the Anheuser-Busch company. But for a complete look at the history of these parks, be sure to check out this section.

Just like all of the attractions and theme parks in Central Florida, be sure to also look over the best times to go to SeaWorld Orlando and Discovery Cove. This section includes the best times to visit Central Florida, including the best times to visit weather-wise and the best times to come to see all of the special events and interactive programs that are going on at the SeaWorld Orlando theme park.

 Finally, visit the Best of SeaWorld Orlando section, where you will find the best hotels that are affiliated with SeaWorld Orlando, along with the best hotel options if you are planning on visiting one of these theme parks and want to stay close to all of the action. Also, find out the best restaurants in the SeaWorld Orlando theme park, including the best options for sit-down and quick service meals that will appeal to every taste bud in the family. And, if it is rides and attractions you are after, be sure to check out the best of rides and attractions section, where you can read all about one of the best roller coasters in town, Kraken, the best shows at SeaWorld Orlando, such as Believe with Shamu the killer whale, and rest of the best that SeaWorld Orlando has to offer.