Clearwater Marine Aquarium

• Get up close and personal with bottle nose dolphins at Clearwater Marine Aquarium's 40-foot-wide Window of Wonder including, nine floor-to-ceiling windows.
• Explore Winter's Rescue Walk, featuring exciting interactive exhibits that illustrate the aquarium's rescue work.
• Treat yourself to sweeping Views of Clearwater Bay.
• Hand-feed Cownose and Southern stingrays at Stingray Beach.
• Continue your day learning about the mission of rescue, rehab and release while exploring our marine life hospital,. where you can meet the rest of the rescued animals, including turtles, otters, a nurse shark and some brand new residents—rare rough toothed dolphins!

Tips

• Some exhibits are outdoors and/or exposed to the elements (heat, rain, etc.) Please plan accordingly, and note that outdoor exhibits may be closed in the case of inclement weather.
• Reserve your animal interactions and educational programs prior to arrival as these sell out quickly. Go to cmaquarium.org for more information.
• The typical time spent for a general admission visit to the Aquarium is 2 hours, so take advantage of strolling along Clearwater Beach in the same day, located less than one mile from Clearwater Marine Aquarium.
• Don't miss the audio guide, included with admission. Available in both a children’s version and adult version, the guide helps you connect intimately with the rescue stories of the resident animals and brings to life the important mission of rescue, rehab and release education and inspiring the human spirit.
• From Clearwater Beach, the Clearwater Ferry is a great option to get directly to CMA. They have several boat routes each day from the Clearwater Marina that will take you on a short scenic ride across the bay to the dock at CMA.
• Clearwater Beach is an award-winning beach, having been named the best beach in the U.S. numerous times; it's definitely a must-see when in the Tampa area. With the aquarium located just a few minutes from the beach, the two make a perfect day visit to the Clearwater area!
• To get the full experience, allow about two hours for your visit. If you're short on time, don't miss the Ruth and J. O. Stone Dolphin Complex.
• Learn more on the CityPASS Blog about what you'll see at Clearwater Marine Aquarium.

Amenities

• Dining: Shark Bites Cafe, Dolphin Terrace
• Gift Shops: CMA Store

Best Time to Visit

• For smaller crowds and shorter lines, please visit close to opening time or after 3pm.

Accessibility

• Get information about accessibility.

Parking/Transportation

• Get information on parking, transportation and directions.

Reservations Not Required.

Once you purchase your tickets, be sure to use our My CityPASS®️ app to plan your attraction visits and make reservations (if required). Go to my.citypass.com to download the app for iPhone or Android or to use our browser-based web app. You’ll find all of the information you need to reserve your times, plus attraction details such as hours and location, special offers, maps and more. We recommend making reservations as soon as possible for the best availability. To learn more before purchasing, click the link below.

See reservation and planning information.