Explore and learn about more than 15,000 sea creatures at the Florida Aquarium in downtown Tampa. Discover reef fishes, tortoises, and more from Florida’s seas as well as wetland wildlife including alligators and river otters. Investigate the Indian Ocean in the 'Journey to Madagascar' exhibit, and learn about the aquarium's conservation efforts.
- The Florida Aquarium is located in downtown Tampa
- See thousands of sea animals and plants
- Enjoy live animal encounters, and a complete program schedule daily
- Hands-on experience with rays in a 5,000 gallon touch pool
What To Expect
The Florida Aquarium
Fun is in the water at The Florida Aquarium, home to a variety of animals from dwarf seahorses to apex predators! Discover species ambassadors from Florida and around the world.
• Walk through a free-flying bird aviary with a mangrove tunnel, native fish, river otters, and alligators in the Wetlands of Florida habitat.
• See sharks, stingrays, sea turtles, Goliath grouper, and more in the 500,000-gallon panoramic Coral Reef Gallery.
• Get in and on the water! Jump into SeaTREK, a guided underwater walking tour for non-divers ages 10+, and set sail in Tampa Bay on the Wild Dolphin Cruise.*
The Aquarium is in downtown Tampa on the free streetcar route and between 2 cruise ship terminals. Plus, easily access the Riverwalk, historic Ybor City, Sparkman Wharf, restaurants, and more!
The Florida Aquarium is a non-profit organization committed to saving marine wildlife. Admission supports animal care, education initiatives, animal rescue, & the advancement of coral restoration efforts.
• Admission Ticket Included
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
Strollers and wheelchairs are available at the Guest Services counter for an additional fee; quantities are limited.
Infants 0-2 are free
Parking options include a City of Tampa lot located 1 block north of The Florida Aquarium on Channelside Drive. Additional parking lots and garages are within walking distance of the Aquarium.
Please note: your ticket is active for up to 48 hours after your originally purchased date and time of visit as long as your original ticket is valid (has not been used and Aquarium barcode has not been scanned).
Include
Infants 0-2 are free
Exclude
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Parking fee
Max group – 14
