Why choose this Tampa tour ?
Explore and learn about more than 15,000 sea creatures at The Florida Aquarium in downtown Tampa. The Florida Aquarium experience is designed to take you on a journey, starting with a drop of water from one of Florida’s many freshwater springs, all the way out to the open waters of the Florida Keys and beyond. Sights include a large simulated wetlands environment located under a tall glass atrium with local wildlife including alligators, river otters, free flying pink spoonbills and more! Enjoy an interactive touch experience with rays. Discover inhabitants of the Indian Ocean in Journey to Madagascar. A 500,000 gallon coral reef ecosystem with sharks, sea turtles, reef fish, eels and more will fascinate visitors. Learn about The Florida Aquarium’s conservation efforts including coral restoration in Waves of Wonder gallery. Come for the fun, leave with a purpose.
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What makes The Florida Aquarium in Tampa General Admission a unique experience ?
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.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- 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).
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
The Florida Aquarium in Tampa General Admission Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Infants 0-2 are free
Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Parking fee
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by The Florida Aquarium.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at America/New_York.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 587 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 14 Travelers is accepted for booking.
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).
Parking is available at the Aquarium surface lot that is adjacent to the north of Aquarium at the corner of Channelside Drive and York Street. Parking is $10 per vehicle. Buses are not permitted. The garage across the street from the Aquarium is not official Aquarium parking. During road and Florida Aquarium parking lot construction, routing of vehicular and pedestrian traffic may be affected. Signs (including detours if needed) will be posted.
