SeaWorld San Diego

For the SeaWorld chain of parks, see SeaWorld. For the parent company, formerly SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment, see United Parks & Resorts.

SeaWorld San Diego
Previously known as SeaWorld of California
and SeaWorld Adventure Park
Interactive map of SeaWorld San Diego
Location500 Sea World Drive, San Diego, California, United States
Coordinates32°45′57″N 117°13′38″W / 32.765751°N 117.227275°W / 32.765751; -117.227275
StatusOperating
OpenedMarch 21, 1964 (1964-03-21)
OwnerUnited Parks & Resorts
Operated byUnited Parks & Resorts
General managerJim Lake
ThemeOcean Adventure and Exploration
SloganReal. Amazing.
Operating seasonYear Round
Attendance3.5 million (2022)
Area189 acres (76 ha)
Attractions
Total16
Roller coasters5
Water rides2
WebsiteSeaWorld San Diego

SeaWorld San Diego is a theme park in Mission Bay Park in San Diego, California. It is a marine mammal park, oceanarium, public aquarium, and marine animal rehabilitation center. It opened in 1964 as the first theme park in the SeaWorld chain. Both the park and the chain are owned and operated by United Parks & Resorts.

SeaWorld San Diego is a member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Adjacent to the property is the Hubbs-SeaWorld Research Institute, which conducts marine biology research and provides educational and outreach programs on marine issues to the general public.

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