Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Trip to SeaWorld San Diego
If you have kids, then one place you must visit (aside from Disney) is SeaWorld. This premiere attraction in San Diego is a great place to visit and is certainly going to entertain everyone. This massive sized marine park provides amazing views of sea life up close and personal. Not only do you get to see what’s under the sea, but you also get to ride on some of the wildest rides, and have the chance to be hands on by visiting some of the shows and exhibits they have available.
Sound like the perfect place to vacation? Well it certainly can be. However, the size of the park and many attractions can often make it a bit confusing as to where to go and what to do. So I’ve come up with a few choice tips that I believe will help you get the most (financially and emotionally) out of your next trip to SeaWorld San Diego.
1. Book Your Tickets and Hotel Accommodations in Advance
As you know with all recreational parks and attractions, there is often a peak season for which everyone likes to travel. If you plan on traveling during this time of year, you’re going to want to save yourself the frustration and purchase your admission tickets and hotel accommodations in advance. There are plenty of packages available online that can provide you with a considerable discount on your tickets and hotel stay.
If you really want to get the most for your money, you could also consider looking for hotel accommodations that include tickets to SeaWorld. Companies such as Welk Timeshares offer such packages to interested parties. Overall, you would only pay one lump sum because the price for the ticket is included in your hotel cost. If you’re going to go for a package deal, make sure that you check out some reviews of the resort. You can use social media platforms such as this LinkedIn page for Welk Timeshare reviews to see if other consumers used and enjoyed the package offer you are interested in.
2. Check the Best Times to Visit
Now that the fall season has arrived this is likely one of the best times of year to visit SeaWorld. However, if you’re looking for other options then you’ll want to check to see when peak visiting times are. Going when there are a bunch of tourists can mean lots of crowds. Peak times are generally during the summer months as well as around major holidays.
3. Eat Before Arriving at the Park
If you’re looking to save yourself a few extra bucks then you’ll want to eat prior to heading over to the park. Though there are plenty of options for dining at SeaWorld San Diego, you might find that the prices are a bit high. So to avoid having to pay so much, you can eat before you go and then you’ll only need to purchase a snack while you’re at the park.
4. Get There Before the Park Opens
If you plan on getting on rides and being one of the first families to view the exhibits then it is probably a good idea to arrive before the park actually opens. Around lunch time, you’ll find that the crowds start to build.
5. Don’t Forget to Prep for Water Rides
Plan on hopping on some of the fun and exciting water rides that SeaWorld San Diego has to offer? Then you’re going to want to make sure that you’re prepared. Unless you’re looking to get wet, bringing along ponchos is a great way to enjoy the ride while protecting your clothes. You can also choose to wear swimwear underneath your clothing if you’d prefer, however, that would require you to change once you’re done the water rides.
6. Make Sesame Street Bay a Last Stop
If you have little ones that you plan on putting on the rides at Sesame Street Bay of Play, it is probably a good idea to make this your last stop. The rest of the park tends to have longer lines in the afternoon so getting through those areas first is your best bet. Not to mention, Sesame Street Bay of Play is located near the exit so it just makes for an easier process.
7. Check the Park Map
Before you start your journey through SeaWorld San Diego you should probably stop and check the park map. This map will give you an idea of when your children can interact with the characters, and will also show you the open and close times of shows, rides, and restaurants. This can help in determining what you’re going to do first.
If you’ve survived Disney before then getting through SeaWorld San Diego should be a no brainer. Hopefully these few tips will give you insight on how to enjoy your time at SeaWorld San Diego. Whether you’re going with school aged children, toddlers, or you just want to have fun as an adult, these tips will help you navigate through the park with ease, save a little money, and get the most experience.
