At The Florida Aquarium, discovery goes deeper. Nationally recognized for immersive marine experiences, the Aquarium invites you to explore 11 vibrant habitats from Florida and around the world, featuring over 670 unique species and countless unforgettable animal encounters. From dwarf seahorses and sharks to sea turtles, a giant Pacific octopus, and more, every creature tells a unique story of our natural world.
Journey through diverse environments, from a lush mangrove forest beneath the Aquarium’s iconic glass dome, where birds soar overhead, river otters frolic, and alligators captivate, to the breathtaking, panoramic Shark Reef habitat teeming with marine life.
Get closer than ever to fascinating sea life at Stingray Beach, Moon Bay, and The Tide Pool, three interactive touch habitats, where you can experience the gentle glide of stingrays, the delicate pulse of moon jellies, and the textures of sea stars and anemones. For even more adventure, elevate your visit with premium experiences like SeaTREK, an underwater walking tour, a Wild Dolphin Cruise that sets sail on Tampa Bay, a Penguin Encounter where you’ll meet a troop of African penguins, and more.
Conveniently located in downtown Tampa along the free streetcar route, the Aquarium offers easy access to Tampa's award-winning Riverwalk, historic Ybor City, and countless dining, shopping, and entertainment options, including the waterfront Sparkman Wharf.
Here, every moment becomes a memory that stays with you. More than a must-see attraction, The Florida Aquarium is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to saving marine wildlife through conservation, education, and research that protects ocean life for generations to come. Admission sales help educate visiting students, provide world-class care to nearly 19,000 animals, rehabilitate rescued sea turtles, and advance scientific research to save Florida's Coral Reef. The Aquarium is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums for maintaining high standards in animal welfare, veterinary care, conservation, and education, among other requirements.
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