In the heart of downtown Tampa, The Florida Aquarium invites you to trade the city streets for coral reefs, wetlands and the open ocean — all under one roof. Ranked among the best aquariums in the United States, it is home to 11 vibrant habitats filled with creatures big and small.
Meet dwarf seahorses, a giant Pacific octopus and thousands of other animals as you journey from Florida’s springs and swamps out to the Gulf. Three interactive habitats, including The Tide Pool, bring you face to face with moon jellies, stingrays and sea stars you can actually touch. Feeling adventurous? Add-on experiences like the Wild Dolphin Cruise, a Penguin Encounter or the SeaTREK underwater walking tour create once-in-a-lifetime moments.
General admission starts at $40.40, and with 826 reviews it remains a must-see for families visiting Tampa. The aquarium also leads real conservation work to save marine life, so your ticket helps protect the waters you came to admire.
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