Sea life meets sci-fi at Shanghai’s Haichang Ocean Park. What makes this ticket feel different is the mix of marine culture across multiple zones plus large-scale entertainment, including the Orca Science Show and other performance venues. I like how the park is built around creatures you can actually see and shows you can actually watch, not just a quick walkthrough.

One thing to plan around: this is an adult-focused ticket, and the listing says it’s not suitable for people under 18 or over 60. So if you’re traveling as a family with kids or older relatives, you may need a different option.

Key Things You’ll Notice at Haichang Ocean Park

• Ultraman-themed pavilion with display, dining, performance, shopping, and game areas
• 30,000+ marine creatures shown across six venues, including the Antarctic Penguin Pavilion
• 16 star performances, featuring shows such as Orca Science Show
• Thrill rides like Volcano Rafting and the Dolphin Roller Coaster
• Blue Star Squad parade with a 200m mech beast ensemble
• Day-of open areas vary, so your exact mix of rides and shows can change

What This Adult Ticket Gets You for a Full Day

This is a one-day adult entry ticket for Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park, listed at $100 per person with a visit window that runs once from 2024.11.4 to 2024.12.1. In other words, you’re paying for access during a specific season window, and you should treat this like a plan-you-make-on-purpose day.

The ticket also includes a 20 yuan business meal general voucher. That matters because it can offset part of your on-site spending, but only if you understand how it’s allowed to be used. More on that later.

Your entry method is ID-card based: you swipe your ID card to enter the park and then scan a QR code to redeem the voucher. This is a small detail, but it’s the kind that prevents stress when you’re standing at the gate.

Ultraman + Marine Culture: How the Park Is Built

Haichang Ocean Park is described as a 4A-level attraction with marine culture presented in five zones, plus a resort hotel on-site. That structure is useful for you because it turns a giant park into something you can actually navigate in blocks: creature areas here, IP areas there, and performance space spread through the day.

The big anchor is the Ultraman-themed pavilion, which includes several types of experiences under one roof-style footprint: displays, dining, performances, shopping, and game areas. If you’re visiting for more than animals, this is where the ticket earns its value. You’re not stuck only looking at tanks—you’re also getting entertainment and themed retail.

There’s also a parade concept called Blue Star Squad, featuring a 200m mech beast ensemble. This is the kind of spectacle moment that gives you a reason to time part of your day around specific show-style experiences, instead of wandering randomly until nightfall.

The Animal Experience: 30,000+ Creatures and the Antarctic Penguin Pavilion

The park is centered on marine life: it highlights 30,000+ marine creatures shown in six venues, including an Antarctic Penguin Pavilion. Even if you’re not a hardcore marine-life person, that scale usually translates into at least some must-see areas that feel worth the ticket price.

Why this matters for your day: it helps you avoid the common theme-park problem where you feel like you paid for hype, but then the animal part is smaller than you expected. Here, the animal count is a core selling point, and it’s backed by named venue types rather than only vague claims.

Another practical angle: the listing notes that the exact open areas depend on the day’s operations. So you’ll want a flexible mindset. If penguins are on your must-list, it’s smart to check what venues are open when you arrive, rather than assuming every pavilion will be operating in full.

Big Shows Matter Here: Orca Science Show and 16 Performance Venues

Haichang isn’t just an animal walkthrough. It’s built around performances, with 16 star performances called out in the description. One named highlight is the Orca Science Show, which signals that at least some presentations are designed to be both entertaining and educational in tone.

What I like about this style of park programming is how it gives you a natural rhythm. You can do rides and creature viewing, then break it up with a show, which helps you manage fatigue. In big theme parks, that pacing is often what makes the difference between a fun day and an exhausting one.

Some of the listed performance and venue types you might encounter include:

• Sea lion express
• Sea beast exploration hall / sea beast science feeding show
• Dolphin adventure
• Town party and tribal carnival
• Rainforest-style areas

Since openings can vary by day, you should expect a mix. Still, the sheer number of performance options suggests you won’t be stuck hunting for something to do if one venue has limited access.

Rides and Thrills: Volcano Rafting and Dolphin Roller Coaster

If you want hands-on excitement, this ticket covers that too. The amusement equipment list includes Volcano Rafting and the Dolphin Roller Coaster, plus other ride-type attractions mentioned like deep sea voyage, fast penguin, and pelican adventure.

This is where you should make a quick reality check. The listing says the ticket is not suitable for people over 60 and not suitable for children under 18, which hints that some rides may be physically demanding or have height/ride requirements. Even if you’re an adult in the permitted age range, if you don’t do thrill rides well, you may prefer planning your day around shows and calmer zones.

Also note: animals riding is not allowed, and there are strict rules about what you can bring into the park. That can be a good thing for visitors who want a controlled environment, but it does mean the day is not set up for bring-your-own picnic style entertainment.

Parade Moment: Blue Star Squad and the 200m Mech Beast

The Blue Star Squad parade is one of the headline entertainment items, described as a 200m mech beast ensemble. That kind of visual scale matters because it’s a shared experience: you’ll likely want to find a comfortable spot and plan a bit of time around it.

You’ll also see that the park lists other parade-like experiences, such as the sea and land mecha parade. With both animal spaces and performance sets in the mix, the parade gives you an event-driven anchor—something clear to aim for instead of just drifting from one attraction to another.

One more practical detail: because open areas depend on the day’s operations, you should treat parade access as something you check on-site. Your day is more likely to go smoothly if you plan to be flexible when you see what’s running.

The 20 Yuan Meal Voucher: Worth It, If You Use It Correctly

The ticket includes a 20 yuan business meal general voucher, but the rules are pretty specific, and that’s where people can lose value.

Here’s what you can count on from the rules:

• The voucher is only for consumption in some restaurants and stores in the park.
• You must scan the QR code to redeem it.
• Only one voucher per single order.
• You can’t use it for joint catering or vending machine products.

If you want this voucher to feel like a real bonus, I recommend doing your on-site decision-making with the voucher rules in mind. Decide what you actually want to eat, then choose the place that accepts the voucher. Otherwise, it’s easy to end up with a voucher that doesn’t match your meal plan.

And yes: the listing tells you to ask staff in the park for details. That’s a fair expectation with vouchers, since acceptance can depend on current store participation.

Entry, Meeting Point, and On-the-Ground Practicalities

Your meeting point is the parking lot of Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park, very close to the park gate. If you’re driving or being dropped off, this is a helpful starting point because it reduces the “where do we meet” confusion that often happens at large attractions.

For entry:

• Swipe your ID card to enter the park with the ticket.
• Scan the QR code to redeem the voucher.

So if you’re traveling with multiple people, I’d keep everyone’s ID and phone ready rather than hunting for access codes mid-line. It’s not complicated, but it’s faster when you treat it like a checklist.

Wheelchair accessibility is listed, so the park is at least set up for that. Still, because the ticket covers rides and the listing has age restrictions, some areas may involve stairs or queues depending on which attractions are running.

What You Can’t Bring: Rules That Affect Your Day Plan

The park lists a clear set of no-go items, including:

• Smoking (and smoking indoors)
• Food and drinks
• Red wine and alcoholic drinks (including in the vehicle)
• Alcohol and drugs
• Fireworks
• Making fire
• Riding the animals

This matters because it changes how you pack. You’ll want to assume you’re buying food inside the park rather than trying to bring a day’s worth of snacks. And if you’re used to carrying a water bottle everywhere, the rule about food and drinks is something to clarify on arrival if there’s any nuance for certain items.

Also, you should plan to follow the no-smoking rule closely. That kind of policy can be frustrating, but it’s standard for major attractions in China and it helps keep the park comfortable for everyone.

Price and Value: Is $100 a Good Deal for This Park Day?

At $100 per person, you’re not paying for a small zoo-style visit. You’re paying for a full-day combo of:

• marine creatures on a large scale (30,000+ plus multiple venues)
• performance entertainment (16 star performances, including named shows like Orca Science Show)
• major theme/IP content (Ultraman pavilion)
• thrill rides (including Volcano Rafting and Dolphin Roller Coaster)
• spectacle parade energy (Blue Star Squad with a 200m mech beast)
• and a 20 yuan voucher that can reduce at least some meal cost if used correctly

So who is it good value for? If you want a day that mixes animal viewing with rides and multiple show stops, this price can make sense because you’re buying variety. If your ideal outing is only peaceful wildlife viewing with no rides and no parade attention, you might decide the cost is heavier than what you need.

The best value test is simple: ask yourself whether you’ll actually use at least two of the big pillars—shows, rides, and the Ultraman-themed areas—on your visit day. If yes, you’re likely to feel like you got your money’s worth.

Who Should Book This Adult Ticket

Based on the rules and the style of attraction, I’d target this for:

• adults who want an all-in-one marine park day
• fans of Ultraman and sci-fi themed spectacle
• people who like a mix of animals plus shows plus rides
• visitors who want a structured, event-like day (shows and parade moments)

It’s not suitable for:

• children under 18
• people over 60
• babies under 1

Even if you fit the age range, if you don’t handle thrill rides well, you’ll probably want to lean more into performances and the marine zones rather than stacking every ride.

Should You Book Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park?

Yes, consider booking if you want a full-day park with real creature scale, plus major show energy and IP theming. The combination of Ultraman pavilion, 30,000+ marine creatures, and a named parade spectacle like Blue Star Squad makes it feel like more than a basic aquarium outing.

Skip or rethink it if:

• you’re only looking for low-key animal viewing
• you’re sensitive to strict park rules about outside food and drinks
• you’re traveling with someone outside the listed age suitability

If you do book, I’d go in with flexibility about what’s open that day. The listing is clear that specific open areas depend on operations, and your day will feel smoother when you treat it as a choose-your-own mix rather than a fixed itinerary.

FAQ

What is included in the Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park adult ticket?

The ticket includes 1 adult entrance ticket and a 20 yuan business meal general voucher included with the product.

How do I enter the park with this ticket?

You swipe your ID card to enter the park with the ticket.

How do I redeem the 20 yuan voucher?

You scan the QR code to redeem the voucher.

Where can I use the 20 yuan voucher?

It is limited to consumption in some restaurants and stores in the park. The voucher cannot be used for joint catering and vending machine products.

Can I use more than one voucher in a single order?

No. Only 1 voucher can be used for a SINGLE order.

What food and drink rules should I know?

Food and drinks are not allowed in the park.

Are smoking and alcohol allowed?

Smoking is not allowed, and the rules also prohibit alcohol and drugs. Smoking indoors is also listed as not allowed.

What are the valid dates for using the ticket?

The listing says it can be used once from 2024.11.4 to 2024.12.1.

Is the ticket refundable?

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Where is the meeting point?

The meeting point is the parking lot of Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park, very close to the park gate.