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Sea World San Antonio is out of this world. The Texan attraction houses a marine mammal park, sea lions, orcas, dolphins, and more! The Sea World San Antonio features shows and zoological displays for day-trippers. Surely you've heard of Shamu? That's Sea World's icon. The orca is famous around the world, and with good reason – the Shamu shows are the biggest draw to the park.Sea World San Antonio also features a number of rides like roller coasters, and splashdown rides. The attraction as a whole can be considered a zoo combined with an amusement park.Owned by Busch Entertainment Corp., the Sea World park's biggest attraction is its Shark Encounter section. Guests are carried in a submerged acrylic tube into a sharks' tank. Guaranteed, this is the closest (and safest) you'll get to sharks! There's also a Wild Arctic ride where a simulated helicopter takes riders through the Arctic. Observe polar bears, walruses, beluga whales and more on this fun ride. And if penguins are your favorite, you can see them at the Penguin Encounter. At Sea World Antonio, there is truly something for everyone! Sea World is also known for wildlife conservation. They've helped save stranded whales, dolphins, seals, and sea lions. Raising awareness of endangered manatees is another thing they're known for. Visit for fun and support their worldly causes. Just pick from these host of hotels waiting to serve you!