Is 7 hours enough for SW?

[momofqandl]

We have a 6:00 flight out of MCO on a Thursday in April. If we got to Sea World at opening , would we be able to enjoy it without feeling hurried? Have a 6 and 4 year old, and was looking to do something a little different. Will be at Disney the three previous days, and was thinking instead of AK,(which we love ) we would try Sea World . HAve never been. Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance

 

[highlander447]

Its a nice park good shows and nice and relaxing 7 hrs won't allow u all of the park but it will be enough for u to enjoy

 

[JRLATL]

The first year we went to SW, my DC were the ages of yours, and we spent about 7 hours there. We all enjoyed it very much and have been back several times since. We usually don't spend much more than the amount you're planning. This gives you enough time for a couple of shows ~ we recommend "Clyde and Seamore" and "Shamu." It also gives you time to see several exhibits such as two of our favorites, the dolphins and penguins. (We like to go early to both shows, because the pre-show entertainment is very funny). I think it would be a nice addition to your trip.

 

[robvia]

Yes, that will be enough time.
They let people in at 08:45am, national anthem plays at 9am, and you're off. Head to the left, the first area is petting the stingrays. You'll see the Dolphin feeding area in Key West, but they may not be feeding first thing. If not, you can look at the Manatees. The first Dolphin show is usually at 10:00am, go there first. Then you head to Clyde and Seamore. From there, it's up to you. Eat lunch early at 11am, because the lines get long at noon.
As you make your way around the park, you'll come to the Shamu show, and the play ground behind it. The kids will spend lots of time here. After that, it's the polar bear walk thru (Don't do the simulator ride), and the kids will be wiped out and ready to leave.

 

[momofqandl]

Thanks so much for the great ideas, it sounds like it should be enough time for us. Appreciate all of your thoughts