Location
Aquatica is located just across the street from SeaWorld on International Drive off the Bee Line Expressway (FL 528), 10 minutes south of downtown Orlando and 15 minutes from Orlando International Airport. Click here for location and directions information. Physical Address 5800 Water Play Way
Orlando, FL 32821
Insider Tips - With multi-park tickets you can visit as much as you want, when you want during your vacation (tickets expire 14 days after first use) - DAY or NIGHT
- Purchase tickets in advance to receive early access to Aquatica starting at 8:00 am or come late and play late. Visit after 4:00 pm to enjoy cooler weather and faster ride access.
- Busch Gardens Shuttle Express provides an easy, comfortable & quick way to Busch Gardens, Tampa Bay.
- For the latest updates, call 866-787-4307.
Parking - Cars $10
- RV $12
- Guests visiting SeaWorld, Discovery Cove, or Aquatica in the same day pay parking only once.
Amenities
- Dining facilities throughout the park offer a variety of delights
- Aquatica has several different dining options including an all-you-can-eat restaurant and healthy alternatives.
- Gift shops feature a wide selection of brand-name sportswear, beachwear and other "must-have" summer items.
- Beach and picnic areas
- Showers, changing areas, and nursing mother's station
- A one-time locker fee gives you a full day's worth of unlimited access. Small lockers are $10 and large lockers are $12 per day, a $5 refundable key deposit is included.
- Beach towels can be rented for the entire day for a $4.00 deposit each, with $2.00 refundable on return. Towels can also be purchased at any of our shops throughout the park.
- Life vests can be checked out free of charge throughout the park.
Private Cabana Rental
A private cabana is the best way to take in all Aquatica has to offer. Your cabana is reserved exclusively for you for the entire day, until the park closes. Cabana rentals include a refrigerator stocked with a variety of sodas, juice, and water (16 beverages per cabana) as well as complimentary use of towels and lockers. While a security member is always present in the park, locker usage is recommended. Snacks and dining options are separate.
As cabanas provide the comfort of a shaded, sheltered environment, guests are welcome to move seating outside of the cabana to soak up some of the warm Florida sun.
Smoking Policy
For the comfort and safety of all of our guests, smoking is permitted in the park in designated smoking areas only. These designated areas are conveniently located throughout the park and are clearly marked on park maps.
Water Safety
- More then 100 certified lifeguards supervise water attractions and activities
- A first-aid station staffed by emergency medical technicians and a registered nurse
Water Temperature
At Aquatica, the water is as warm as the South Seas themselves--actually, warmer. We have a state-of-the-art climate control system that adjusts the water temperature according to the weather so that it's always just right. The water can be heated up to 84 degrees.
Outside Food Policy
Aquatica does not permit outside food or beverage inside the park; there are a few exceptions:
- Snacks in individual serving size containers(crackers, chips, fruit snacks, etc)
- Bottled water
- Baby food in plastic containers
Six pack size coolers are permitted as long as their contents meet the above criteria.
The following food and beverage items are not permitted:
- Any glass containers
- Any alcohol
- Picnic lunches or other family portion servings
For your convenience, complimentary picnic size lockers are available next to Guest Relations. Keys are available at Guest Relations and are on a first come/first serve basis. Picnic tables are located at the bus drop off area at the front of the park.
For your safety, the following items are not permitted inside Aquatica: Glass containers, firearms, straight blade knives, large pointed scissors, pocketknives with a blade over two inches, pepper sprays, utensils and flammable liquids.
For the safety of our animals the following items are not permitted inside Aquatica: Plastic straws, balloons, lids.
Handicap Accessibility
Aquatica is committed to providing a comfortable experience for all of our guests. The wave pool beaches are sand; however, the remainder of the park has paved pathways. All rivers and family attractions have beach entries (no steps). The park has five attractions designed with towers that do require stair climbing. The stairs are accessible by current ADA guidelines. Wheelchairs will be available for rental (first-come, first-served). Guests may reserve wheelchairs on-line prior to their visit.
Height Requirements
Taumata Racer:
Guests must be at least 42" tall and wear a life vest. All guests under 48" are required to wear a life vest.
Tassie's Twisters and Whanau Way:
Guests must be able to maintain proper riding position holding on to both handles unassisted.
Walhalla Wave & HooRoo Run:
Guests under 48" are required to wear life vest and guests must be 42" to ride.
Dolphin Plunge:
Guests must be at least 48" tall.
Roa's Rapids:
Guests under 51" are required to wear a life vest.
Loggerhead Lane:
Guests under 48" are required to wear a life vest.
Kata's Kookaburra Cove
Rides in this area require guests to be no taller than 48".