SeaWorld San Diego Debuts a One-of-a-Kind Wonder: Jewels of the Sea - The Ultimate Jellyfish Experience!

The largest standalone jellyfish exhibit in the country and a must-see in Southern California

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SAN DIEGO, March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SeaWorld San Diego is thrilled to unveil its highly anticipated Jewels of the Sea: The Jellyfish Experience, the largest standalone jellyfish exhibit in the country, is now open to the public.

Starting today, visitors are invited to immerse themselves in the mesmerizing world of jellyfish, in this groundbreaking, first-of-its-kind attraction at SeaWorld Parks. Jewels of the Sea showcases the enchanting beauty, fascinating biology, and mysterious allure of these otherworldly animals.

Designed to be both captivating and educational, Jewels of the Sea offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore a variety of jellyfish species through engaging, interactive exhibits. The experience features three distinct galleries, each offering a unique perspective on jellyfish and showcasing the variety of jelly species and their locations from the shallow levels of ocean to the deep unknown. Guests begin their journey with an introduction to the fascinating world of jellies, answering key questions about their stings, life cycle, and anatomy. The murals on the walls will guide guests from shallow mangrove forests, where upside-down jellies live, through coral reefs, and into a deep ocean trench, symbolizing deeper exploration.

The exhibit opens with nine unique varieties of jellies species displayed through over 15 aquariums. Highlights include one of the largest jellyfish cylinders in the country, a cascading water globe filled with jellyfish, and a fully interactive LED gallery that brings the wonders of the ocean to life. Throughout Jewels of the Sea, the wall corners are rounded to symbolize the flow of ocean currents. The lighting pulses from the arch to the cylinder tank, mimicking the movement of jellies in ocean currents.

The exhibit provides a deep dive into the jellyfish life cycle, anatomy, and conservation – one of the key reasons SeaWorld San Diego chose to create this experience. The exhibit also underscores SeaWorld's commitment to marine education and the preservation of ocean ecosystems.

In conjunction with the exhibit's grand opening and to highlight the crucial role that jellyfish play in understanding ocean health, SeaWorld partnered with Washed Ashore, a nonprofit organization dedicated to ocean conservation to present a powerful new art installation. Located just outside Jewels of the Sea, the life-sized Lion's Mane Jellyfish sculpture, made entirely from upcycled marine debris, serves as a striking reminder of the devastating impact of plastic pollution on marine life. Crafted from discarded materials like ropes, plastic bottles, and foam buoys, the sculpture stands as a symbol of the urgent need to reduce waste and protect our oceans.

"We're thrilled to introduce Jewels of the Sea, a one-of-a-kind experience where guests can witness the breathtaking beauty of jellyfish like never before." said Tyler Carter, Park President of SeaWorld San Diego. "This exhibit not only celebrates these captivating creatures but also highlights their critical role in ocean ecosystems. The Washed Ashore sculpture amplifies the message of ocean conservation and encourages all of us to reflect on how we can help reduce ocean pollution."

"Lion's Mane Jellies are the largest of jellyfish in the world, but their size can't prevent them from the impacts of ocean plastic pollution. Sea creatures of all sizes are being harmed when they mistake microplastics for food or become entangled in this marine debris," said Brad Parks, Conservation Education Director, Washed Ashore. "We hope this sculpture and all the amazing animals at SeaWorld San Diego inspire every guest to do just one thing to help reduce plastic consumption and pollution, protecting wild places and the wildlife that depends on clean oceans to survive."

To further enhance the experience, SeaWorld is offering the exclusive Jelly Up-Close Tour. This behind-the-scenes journey provides guests with a closer look at SeaWorld's jellyfish propagation program, along with an opportunity for hands-on interactions with these fascinating creatures in an educational setting.

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Now is the perfect time to experience Jewels of the Sea: The Jellyfish Experience—along with all the incredible attractions at SeaWorld San Diego! For a limited time, guests can save up to 55% on Tickets, Fun Cards, and Annual Passes.  For as low s $11.50, Annual Pass Members can visit Jewels of the Sea endless times with no blockout dates, guests should hurry and purchase now to experience San Diego's must-see newest attraction.  

The best way to enjoy this mesmerizing new exhibit is with an Annual Pass, offering:

• Unlimited visits all year long
• Exclusive access to seasonal events
• Complimentary guest tickets during select times
• No blockout dates
• Exciting discounts on in-park experiences

Don't miss your chance to dive into this one-of-a-kind adventure! Visit SeaWorldSanDiego.com to plan your visit and take advantage of these limited-time savings.

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About SeaWorld
SeaWorld is a leading marine life theme park and accredited zoo and aquarium that provides experiences that matter while educating and inspiring guests of all ages to care about marine life. Welcoming millions of guests every year, the parks offer fun and enriching experiences from up-close animal encounters and year-round educational programs to award-winning marine-life themed rides and attractions, special events and exciting entertainment. For more than 60 years SeaWorld has advanced the conservation of marine life in and outside its parks through science, education, and exceptional animal care that is Humane Certified by American Humane and accredited by the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. SeaWorld is one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world, helping more than 41,000 animals to date. The SeaWorld Conservation Fund, a non-profit foundation established in 2003, has provided more than $20 million to nearly 1,400 organizations to advance critical research on every continent. A portion of park proceeds goes toward supporting these longstanding conservation commitments. SeaWorld parks are in Orlando, San Antonio, San Diego and Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). SeaWorld is part of the United Parks & Resorts (NYSE: PRKS) portfolio of theme park brands. For more information, visit us at SeaWorld.com.

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