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SkyTower: A Bird's-Eye View of San Diego
Reach new heights at SeaWorld San Diego's SkyTower for panoramic views of the park, Mission Bay, and the stunning San Diego skyline.
The SkyTower at SeaWorld San Diego is a 320-foot-tall gyro tower offering a six-minute ride with panoramic views of SeaWorld, Mission Bay, and the San Diego skyline. Built in 1968 and opened in 1969, it slowly rotates as it ascends, providing stunning vistas stretching up to 100 miles on a clear day.
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A brief summary to Skytower
Opening times, essentials, and a few local tips gathered into one calmer, easier-to-scan planning section.
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500 Sea World Dr., San Diego, Mission Bay, California, 92109, US
Monday
10 am-4 pm
Tuesday
10 am-4 pm
Wednesday
10 am-4 pm
Thursday
10 am-4 pm
Friday
10 am-4 pm
Saturday
10 am-4 pm
Sunday
10 am-4 pm
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Getting There
Walking
The SkyTower is centrally located within SeaWorld San Diego, near the park's main entrance and stadium. From the entrance, follow the main pathway, keeping an eye out for signs directing you towards the center of the park. The tower is easily visible due to its height. Once you reach the SkyTower Plaza, the entrance will be clearly marked. Remember that a separate ticket is required to ride the SkyTower, in addition to park admission. Tickets can be purchased at a booth near the ride entrance. Cost: $6 per person.
Public Transport
From the Old Town Transit Center, take the Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) bus routes 8 or 9 directly to SeaWorld. The ride is approximately 15 minutes. From the SeaWorld bus stop, walk towards the park entrance, then follow the main pathway, keeping an eye out for signs directing you towards the center of the park. The SkyTower will be easily visible. MTS 1-Day Pass: $6. SkyTower ticket: $6.
Driving
From I-5, exit on Sea World Drive and follow the signs to SeaWorld San Diego. After entering the parking area, follow signs for general parking. From the parking lot, proceed to the park entrance. Once inside, follow the main pathway, keeping an eye out for signs directing you towards the center of the park. The SkyTower will be easily visible. Parking cost: General parking starts at $25. SkyTower ticket: $6.
Local tips
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Check the weather before your visit to maximize the viewing experience from the SkyTower. Clear days offer the best visibility.
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Consider riding the SkyTower during sunset for particularly stunning views of the San Diego skyline and coastline.
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Guests under 48 inches must be accompanied by a supervising companion on the SkyTower.
Discover more about Skytower
Ascend high above SeaWorld San Diego for unforgettable views from the SkyTower. This iconic gyro tower, standing at 320 feet, has been a fixture of the park since 1969. The six-minute ride offers a slowly rotating, panoramic perspective of SeaWorld, Mission Bay, and the city of San Diego.
As you rise at 150 feet per minute, the SkyTower unveils breathtaking vistas. On a clear day, visibility extends up to 100 miles, showcasing the beauty of the Pacific Ocean and San Diego's historic skyline. The SkyTower provides a unique vantage point to appreciate the layout of SeaWorld and the surrounding landscape.
The SkyTower was constructed in 1968 by Sansei Yusoki Co., Ltd. of Japan. In 2002, the original ride vehicle was replaced. The SkyTower is a similar observation tower in SeaWorld Orlando. While admission to SeaWorld includes access to many rides and attractions, a separate ticket is required for the SkyTower.
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