The Florida Aquarium

701 Channelside Dr TampaFL33602
Open
Sunday
9:30am-5:00pm
Monday
9:30am-5:00pm
Tuesday
9:30am-5:00pm
Wednesday
9:30am-5:00pm
Thursday
9:30am-5:00pm
Friday
9:30am-5:00pm
Saturday
9:30am-5:00pm
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Average Rating
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(127)
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There are more than 20,000 aquatic animals and plants at this entertaining attraction. The exhibits follow a drop of water from the springs of the Florida Wetlands Gallery, through a mangrove forest in the Bays and Beaches Gallery, and out onto the Coral Reefs, where an impressive 43-foot-wide, 14-foot-tall panoramic window lets you look out at schools of fish and lots of sharks and stingrays....
by binglocal on June 18, 2015 from binglocal

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From time to time, the aquarium hosts concerts for kids and adults.
by Citysearch on April 21, 2009 from Citysearch

Editorial Reviews

Although eels, sharks, and stingrays are the headliners, the Florida Aquarium is much more than a giant fishbowl. This architectural landmark features an 83-foot-high, multitier, glass dome; 250,000 square feet of air-conditioned exhibit space; and more than 20,000 aquatic plants and animals representing species native to Florida and the rest of the world—from black-tip sharks to leafy sea...
by fodors on April 09, 2015 from fodors
There are more than 20,000 aquatic animals and plants at this entertaining attraction. The exhibits follow a drop of water from the springs of the Florida Wetlands Gallery, through a mangrove forest in the Bays and Beaches Gallery, and out onto the Coral Reefs, where an impressive 43-foot-wide, 14-foot-tall panoramic window lets you look out at schools of fish and lots of sharks and stingrays....
by frommers on July 30, 2012 from frommers
Get a close up look at creatures from the wetlands, coral reefs, beaches and offshore sites.:
Overview
Gills and thrills fill this stunning 152,000-square-foot, glass-topped structure built in 1995. It houses many of Florida's most famous fish and other waterside wildlife. Aside...
by by Contributor at Citysearch on November 09, 2005 from Citysearch

Information from the business

Explore and learn about marine life at The Florida Aquarium. Our Tampa aquarium is perfect for all ages. Visit The Florida Aquarium in Tampa, Florida today!018350ATTR:CAMPSBIRTHDAY PARTIESFIELD TRIPSMEMBERSHIPSHARK FEEDINGTOUCH TANKSTOURS
by localcom on February 08, 2017 from localcom