Rated among the best aquariums in the US, The Florida Aquarium is home to a variety of animals from dwarf seahorses to apex predators!
-A free-flying bird aviary with a lush mangrove tunnel, flowing waters of native fish, energetic river otters, and imposing alligators are under the Aquarium’s iconic glass dome.
-The awe-inspiring 500,000-gallon panoramic Coral Reef Gallery is home to impressive sharks, giant stingrays, endangered sea turtles, toothy barracudas, and various fish species.
Admission ticket sales help educate visiting students, provide world-class care to animal ambassadors, rehabilitate rescued sea turtles, and advance scientific research to save the Florida coral reef tract. As a 501(C)(3) not-for-profit organization, 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.
January 02 - November 27 : General Admission tickets so you do not need to stand in line at the ticket window.
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.
You will make your own way to the meeting points
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). The Florida Aquarium is located in the heart of Downtown Tampa in the Channel District. There are several parking options within walking distance to the Aquarium. Please visit FLaquarium.org to review additional parking options.