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The Florida Aquarium
An Experience to Remember
Discover why The Florida Aquarium is considered one of the nation’s best! It’s home to thousands of fascinating sea creatures, including sharks, alligators, otters, sea turtles, and so much more. Roll up your sleeves and brush the wing of a cownose ray, touch the bell of a moon jelly, or feel an anemone at The Tide Pool, one of the only cold-water touch habitats on Florida’s west coast. And be sure to check out the one-of-a-kind Wetlands of Florida exhibit, where free-flying birds, freshwater fish, and a lush mangrove forest come together in one captivating habitat.
Tampa Bay CityPASS includes:
Highlights
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Learn about a diversity of animals perfectly evolved to survive in the MORPH’D presented by Par® exhibit. Featuring curious creatures from around the globe, including paddlefish, electric eels, bird poop frogs, and the axolotl (a unique salamander that does not go through metamorphosis), the exhibit highlights the adaptations of some of nature’s most remarkable species.
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Rediscover adventure in Wetlands of Florida beneath the iconic glass panel dome filled with a variety of birds plus alligators, otters and even invasive Burmese pythons.
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Get a bird's-eye view of the Wetlands of Florida from Lemur Lookout and come face to face with ring-tailed lemurs.
Visit The Florida Aquarium with CityPASS®
CityPASS tickets offer a great way to see The Florida Aquarium while saving you time and money.
Advice for Visitors
Tips
The Aquarium is generally less busy after 2:30pm. To get the full experience, allow about two to three hours for your visit. If you're short on time, don't miss the Wetlands of Florida or the 500,000-gallon Coral Reef exhibits.
Ask Aquarium staff about daily educational presentations, feedings and animal chats.
Learn more on the CityPASS Blog about what you'll see at The Florida Aquarium.
Attraction Features
Amenities
Dining: Café Seventy One
Shopping: The Florida Aquarium Gift Shop
Accessibility
A limited number of wheelchairs and scooters are available for rent on a first-come, first-served basis. Visit the Aquarium's website for information on services for guests with specific needs.
Parking/Transportation
The Aquarium is located on the free streetcar route with the closest station only a half block away at stop #7, The Florida Aquarium Station. Get directions and more information on parking and transportation.
Offers & Upgrades
10% Off the Wild Dolphin Cruise
Want to experience the amazing, graceful and beautiful wild dolphins that call Tampa Bay home? Check out the Wild Dolphin Cruise departing daily from The Florida Aquarium. The 75-minute ecotour through the bay allows guests to learn about the wildlife that thrive in these local waters. The cruise has over 85% success rate of seeing dolphins! CityPASS guests receive 10% off the normal price.
Contact Information & Hours
- The Florida Aquarium
- 701 Channelside Drive
- Tampa, FL 33602
- Located in Downtown Tampa in the Channelside district.
- (813) 273-4000
- flaquarium.org
- Daily:
Jan-May, 9am-5pm
Jun-Jul, 9am-6pm
Aug-Dec, 9am-5pm
Last entry is one hour before closing.
Hours may vary on public and school holidays and local school breaks; check the schedule when planning your visit.
Closed: Thanksgiving (fourth Thursday of November) and Christmas Day (Dec. 25)
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All images courtesy of The Florida Aquarium