The Florida Aquarium in Tampa General Admission
Description
Rated among the best aquariums in the US, The Florida Aquarium invites guests to explore more with 11 vibrant habitats that house dwarf seahorses, a giant Pacific octopus, and many wonderful creatures in between. Three interactive habitats, including The Tide Pool, bring guests closer than ever to moon jellies, stingrays, sea stars, and more. While premium add-on experiences like the Wild Dolphin Cruise, Penguin Encounter, and SeaTREK underwater walking tour create unforgettable moments. A must-see attraction in downtown Tampa, the Aquarium is dedicated to its shared purpose of saving marine wildlife. 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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Nationally recognized for immersive experiences, vibrant habitats, and unforgettable animal encounters, The Florida Aquarium is where discovery goes deeper. Explore 11 diverse habitats with over 670 species. Experience The Tide Pool — an award-winning experience that lets guests get closer to marine life like sea stars, anemones, and more. Interact with moon jellies and stingrays at two other interactive habitats. Or elevate your visit with premium add-on experiences like the Wild Dolphin Cruise, Penguin Encounter, and SeaTREK underwater walking tour, and make memories that stay with you, all while supporting the Aquarium’s shared purpose to save marine wildlife. 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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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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).
Reviews(799)
Absolute beautiful aquarium.I brought my mother from Virginia, and it was my first time going as well.We had such a good time, especially the touch tank.The black lights and the giant starfish and the annals were just absolutely amazing
The Florida aquarium is amazing! We went after a cruise to pass the time until we had to be at the airport. They had a place to store our luggage. It was outdoors and covered from the sun but I'm not sure how it would be on a rainy day. I was worried the aquarium wouldn't be great for our 18 year old but all of us enjoyed looking at everything. We probably spent 2 1/2-3 hours there seeing all of it. I would recommend it for anyone wanting to see an aquarium or if you have extra time at the cruise port. There was a LOT to see!
Arrived later in the morning which was the best idea as the families started arriving more after we entered. Building was nice and the temperature was refreshing. 2 floors of different exhibits and animals. We had the opportunity to touch sea creatures which was wild! The jellyfish petting was my favorite. Lots of aquariums and more than enough fish and other aquatic life to see. The otters are always a cute bonus. Coffee, beverages and snacks available including churros! The layout of the building kept the flow of traffic controlled more. Nice large gift shop with lots of choices. Overall for a best friend’s weekend excursion, this was great!
Excellent aquarium with lots of sea life and knowledgeable staff. We especially loved Flip the giant sea turtle
It's overpriced for everything. On top of that you have to pay for parking. We were visiting from out of state & would never do it again. Wouldn't recommend it to anyone either. Place is very crowded with no flow for the visitors
Beautiful aquarium! So clean ! Tickets a little bit pricy but you can by online for the almost half price a couple days before your trip or visit
The Florida Aquarium was easily the best aquarium experience I’ve had so far! I haven’t been to a ton of aquariums (my main comparison being Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada), but this one really impressed me. The exhibits were incredible, and there was so much to see and explore. I loved that it wasn’t just about looking at animals behind glass — they had so many cool interactive experiences too. Being able to touch things like jellyfish, stingrays, and anemones made the experience even more memorable. They’ve also added the Lemur Lookout, which was such a cool addition. Getting to see these animals up close was a highlight and added something different compared to a typical aquarium visit. The staff were great, the wildlife was amazing, and the whole experience felt very well done. There was a great mix of education, conservation, and just getting to enjoy some incredible animals. If you’re visiting the Tampa area, this is definitely a must-visit attraction. I’d happily come back again!
This exceeded my expectations!!! We had a great time at this aquarium. The add on dolphin boat ride is a great value, although we didn't end up going. Joey by the big tank explained a lot and was enthusiastic, you could tell he enjoys his job! Thank you for a fun afternoon!
Hands-down the best aquarium I have ever seen in my 60+ years. Was on a cruise had a late flight and decided to go to the aquarium to kill some time……. ended up being one of the highlights of my weeklong vacation …best experience ever
Great place to kill time before boarding a plane after cruise. It is right next to the Royal Caribbean Terminal. They will hold on to your luggage while going through the aquarium or sightseeing seeing.
