The Florida Aquarium: Entry Ticket
At The Florida Aquarium, explore 11 habitats from Florida and around the world, with more than 670 species including seahorses, sharks, sea turtles, and a giant Pacific octopus. Exhibits include a mangrove forest under a glass dome and the Shark Reef habitat. Visit touch pools like Stingray Beach, Moon Bay, and The Tide Pool to interact with stingrays, jellyfish, and other marine animals. Optional experiences include SeaTREK underwater walking, a dolphin cruise in Tampa Bay, and a penguin encounter. The aquarium is located in downtown Tampa along the streetcar route, with access to the Riverwalk, Ybor City, and Sparkman Wharf. It is a non-profit organization that supports marine conservation. Admission helps fund animal care, education, sea turtle rehabilitation, and research on Florida’s coral reefs. It is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.
About this activity in Channel District
Includes
- Entry ticket
Excludes
- Penguins backstage pass
- behind-the-scenes tour
- wild dolphin cruise
- parking (payable onsite, located 1 block north, next to the aquarium)
Other
- Outside food and drinks are not allowed
- last entry is 1 hour before closing timescan your smartphone ticket directly at the florida aquarium entrance.
- kids under 3 enter for free, but need a free ticket.
- [for parking information, visit here](https://www.flaquarium.org/visit/plan-your-visit/getting-here/parking/)
- proceeds from your admission directly support the florida aquarium's conservation efforts
- the florida aquarium is accredited by the association of zoos and aquariums and received certification from american humane for maintaining high standards in animal welfare, veterinary care, and operations. [learn more here](https://www.flaquarium.org/conservation/).
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