Wild Dolphin Cruise

 

Thank you for joining us on a Wild Dolphin Cruise! Please use the "Other dates" and "Other times" buttons to select your preferred cruise.

You MUST purchase an Aquarium general admission ticket for the same date as your Wild Dolphin Cruise. Tickets may be purchased here. We look forward to your visit!

 

Exploring the Bay

Squid Dissection Lab

Classify This! Marine Invertebrate Zoology

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny

Easter is right around the corner and the Easter Bunny will be hopping into The Florida Aquarium to share breakfast with you! Meet the Easter Bunny and animal friends when you attend the Aquarium's Breakfast with the Easter Bunny March 24th from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Included in this package is free parking and admission to the Aquarium for the day. You have the opportunity to purchase photos with the Easter Bunny that morning. 

Begin your visit to the Aquarium with a wonderful buffet breakfast. Since the Easter Bunny is so busy, trainers and Education staff to be on hand. They will be accompanied by some special animal guests for everyone to meet. Of course, children can get up-close and personal with the Easter Bunny! There will also beface painting and crafts that everyone can enjoy.

Space is limited so register now for “Breakfast with the Easter Bunny” at The Florida Aquarium.

Non-member prices: $39.95 adults, $37.95 seniors and $34.95 child

Member prices: $14.95 adults, $13.95 seniors and $11.95 child

All children 2 years of age and younger are free, but require a reservation.

For more information, please call 813-273-4030 or email moreinfo@flaquarium.org 

 

Operation: Coral

Sea Turtle Mini

Member Night

New Volunteers

Shark Mini

Operation: Shark

World Ocean Day Soiree

World Ocean Day Soirée presented by SSA

Celebrate our oceans with an unforgettable evening benefiting The Florida Aquarium.

Enjoy a captivating cocktail hour with stunning underwater views, then step into a vibrant tropical reception under the stars—featuring gourmet fare, lively entertainment, up-close animal encounters, a breathtaking sunset cruise, and more.

When selecting your tickets, you have the option to select your cruising time! Boat 1 will set sail at  8:00 pm and Boat 2 will be underway at 8:45 pm. If you would prefer to stay on land for the entire event, please select the “No Boat” ticket option.

If you have any questions, please contact us at development@flaquarium.org.

Education Evening program

Homeschool Learning Pass Admission

Parents’ Night Out

Parents' Night Out | 5:30 PM -10:00 PM

Parents, enjoy a night out while your kids have fun at The Florida Aquarium! Kids will enjoy games; make new friends, snack on pizza and much more.

  • Kids aged 5 -12 will enjoy various activities, dinner, and a fun time at the aquarium.
  • Please meet at 5:30pm outside of the Business Entrance of The Florida Aquarium.
  • This program takes place monthly!
  • Registration is required.

Please Note:

  • Ticket sales will close 48 hours before the event.
  • To ensure the best experience for all participants, entry will not be permitted after 7 PM.
  • The latest pickup time is 10 PM. After this time, the Florida Aquarium reserves the right to apply a fee of $5 per minute until your child is signed out. 

Cancellation Policy:

  • The Florida Aquarium reserves the right to cancel any Parents' Night Out program due to low registration.
  • Cancellations by guests received 3 business days before the start date of the Parent’s Night Out session will result in a full refund. 
  • Cancellations by guests made 2 business days or less before the start date of the Parent’s Night Out session will not be refunded

 

 

TEST - REBRAND MEMBERS

Sloth Encounter

Evening Tide Talk

Please join us for our complimentary lecture series: Evening Tide Talks

 

March 12th, 2025

  • Complimentary Reception: 5:45 PM
  • Feature Presentation: 6:15 PM

 

Entry is through the Aquarium’s main entrance. For questions and information about this event, please call (813) 273-4015.

 

*Please register by selecting the number of guests below. Maximum of 4 guests per transaction please! This is a ticketed event, so be sure to have your tickets accessible on your mobile device or printed in hand upon arrival.*

Timed Admission - Online Only

 

 

Timed Admission - Groups

Experience the magic of coastal holiday traditions, winter’s beauty, and community connection. YuleTides is sure to be the perfect opportunity for families and friends to create new holiday traditions right here in Tampa. We invite students and guests to experience an unforgettable performance and enjoy exclusive ticket pricing for this festive event.

Please select your group's performance date, choose the quantity (up to 3 tickets), and proceed to checkout!

In My Backyard

Operation: Sea Turtle

Plankton Lab

Sedimentology Lab

Badge Workshop: Boy Scouts

Timed Admission - Members Only

Ticket limits are based on your membership level. If you reach your ticket limit when adding children 2 and under, do not include them in your reservation; they can be added upon arrival.

Stingray Feeding Experience

Stingray Feeding Experience

Get closer than ever before: for the first time, you can get exclusive, behind-the-scenes access to a 50-minute, up-close-and-personal visit with the stingrays and learn exactly what they like to eat, how their food is prepared, and how their trainers work with them.  

Not only will our educators teach your small group all about our cownose stingrays' lifestyle and habits, you'll get the opportunity to interact with these fascinating animals, help feed them, touch them, and even participate in a training session. 

AquaEd Opportunities

AquaEd Opportunities 

Gather your family and friends for an exciting experience as we dive into the world of STEAM.  Through a variety of programs, learn about Science topics, get inspired by new conservation-based Technology, explore Engineering, amaze yourself with Art projects, and test your Math skills.   

  • Sessions occur on select weekend days from either 10:30-11:30 or 1:30-2:30.
  • Please meet at the experience check in location 10 minutes prior to the start of your session.
  • All guests must be at least 5 years of age.
  • Children between the ages of 5-12 must be accompanied by a paid adult.
  • An advanced general admission or membership reservation MUST BE scheduled for each program participant for the date of your experience.
  • Our goal is to provide the safest possible experience based on the most current guidelines, we will inform you if any of our programs will need to be altered or canceled.

*TICKETS ARE NOT FOR RESALE, NON-REFUNDABLE, AND NON- TRANSFERABLE. TICKETS MAY BE SURRENDERED FOR MISUSE. *

Investigation Shark

SeaTREK

 

Please enter the number of guests below and click register. Fill in the boxes as accurately as possible for each participant so our team can gather all the appropriate gear for your SeaTREK experience. Guests who are registered should plan on meeting at the Guest Services desk at least 15 minutes before their scheduled program. 

*IMPORTANT: A general admission ticket MUST BE purchased for each program participant for the date of your encounter program.*

Sea you soon!

 

Penguin Encounter

A 45-minute interactive experience that provides exclusive access to one of The Florida Aquarium’s most popular species ambassadors. Go behind the scenes with our animal care professionals and learn what it takes to deliver the highest of animal welfare to our colony of African penguins. The program also focuses on species biology, natural history and, most importantly, critical conservation efforts to help save the endangered African penguin.

Program Details:

  • Program begins at 1:30 PM on select days 
  • Guests must check in a minimum of 15 minutes before the experience start time 
  • Must be at least 8 years of age
  • Children between the ages of 8-12 must be accompanied by a paid adult
  • Maximum capacity of eight (8) people per experience

*IMPORTANT: A general admission ticket MUST BE purchased for each program participant for the date of your encounter program.*

Water Wheels

FLAQ Uniforms

Please make the appropriate selections below. When checking out, please enter in the correct employee information for payment verification. Thanks!