The Florida Aquarium in Tampa General Admission

Overview

Mobile ticket

More than a fun attraction, The Florida Aquarium is a 501(C)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to their shared purpose of saving marine wildlife. Admission sales help educate visiting students, provide world-class care to our animals, rehabilitate rescued sea turtles, and advance scientific research to save Florida's Coral Reef. 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. Learn more at https://www.flaquarium.org/conservation/.

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).

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Infants 0-2 are free

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Parking fee

What To Expect

The Florida Aquarium

Rated among the best aquariums in the US, The Florida Aquarium is home to various animals, from dwarf seahorses to a giant Pacific octopus and apex predators. Explore nine marine and wildlife habitats while learning about alligators, river otters, sharks, rays, sea turtles, and more. Plus, interactive experiences allow guests to prepare diets for cownose Stingrays, cruise Tampa Bay in search of dolphins in their natural habitat, or take an underwater walking tour of one of our habitats. Not just a must-see attraction in downtown Tampa, the Aquarium is dedicated to their shared purpose of saving marine wildlife.

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Options

Florida Aquarium tickets 2024

January 02 - November 27 : General Admission tickets so you do not need to stand in line at the ticket window.

Florida Aquarium tickets 2025

Reviews

4.26

691 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

416

131

Nice family afternoon excursion
Keri E,
Jul 13, 2025
- Viator
4.00
Went with my family and they really enjoyed the huge variety of fish. They really liked the interactive jellyfish. There were two sections that were still expanding on that were not ready yet. Good afternoon place to go with the family and a great learning experience.
Yes. Go
Amy M,
Jun 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Workers are extremely nice and helpful. The sloth experience was awesome. Was a bit crowded but I went on a Saturday so that’s to be expected. Loved it.
Sharks, turtles, fish, birds and others oh my
Barbara D,
Jun 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Very nicely done. You will need about 2 plus hours to walk around to see everything. Lots of variety.
Disappointed
Ashley L,
Jun 19, 2025
- Viator
2.00
I was disappointed with the aquarium. I expected much more. I made it through the aquarium in an hour. Also, I had to pay $20 for parking. I honestly felt like I wasted $50.
Amazed by the Attractions
AnnMarie H,
Jun 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00
My husband and I decided to visit the aquarium. We were really impressed. We experienced the hands on experience with the rays. Very exciting even for the 55+ crew. They also have a jellyfish interactive. We were there at the daily opening and some of the inhabitants were being fed. Yet another unexpected experience. Exhibits were clean and the animals didn’t disappoint. It was as if they were following the script during the entire visit.