Experience The Florida Aquarium and see why it's among the top aquariums in the World. It's not only an aquarium, but an aviary and botanical garden, with more than 20,000 aquatic plants and animals, both native to Florida and all over the Globe. The Florida Aquarium is 200,000 square feet of excitement and fun!

The Florida Aquarium Highlights:
 

	Discover sea life along Florida's coast at the Bays and Beaches Gallery
	Encounter the World's most fascinating predators: sharks, a giant pacific octopus, lionfish and more!
	Kids play in watery waves and slippery slides and parents enjoy the comfort of the Tampa Tribune Cantina, easily viewing their child's play and great table service
	Explore the art, science and fun of the aquarium hobby and discover why Florida is a leader in the global tropical fish business
	Learn what it takes to make the Aquarium work at the Behind the Scenes Tour
	Interactive, kid-friendly presentation, featuring a 600-gallon touch pool
	Encounter animals that thrive in local waters, aboard a 72-foot, 130 passenger powered catamaran
	And much, much more!

The Florida Aquarium's mission is to entertain, educate and inspire stewardship about the natural environment. It serves as a significant example of Florida's commitment to preserving native landscapes, ecosystems, historical and archaeological sites, and ethnic and cultural traditions representative of the diverse geography and cultural life unique to the state. Since it's opening in March 1995, the Aquarium has provided cultural enrichment experiences to more than seven million visitors, including 100,000 school students and teachers annually.

The Florida Aquarium's focus is on the aquatic habitats and ecosystems of Florida, as well as the diversity of the state's aquatic life, all of which are displayed with uniqueness and creativity in main galleries, exhibits and activities throughout the facility. Begin your journey in Wetlands with free-flighted birds, alligators and river otters and discover more than 20,000 aquatic plants and animals.

In Bays and Beaches discover the wonderful world of aquatic animals that live as our neighbors in Tampa Bay and along our shores. Immerse yourself in interactive programs like 'Swim With The Fishes' and 'Dive With The Sharks', get up close and personal with African Black-footed penguins in the 'no borders, no barriers' Penguin Promenade and a close encounter with the deep ocean's, top five species of sharks from around the world, including the intimidating Sand Tiger shark. Then go just a little further to find the lion fish, moral eels and octopus.

See beautiful exotic fish, play fish games, watch vintage films about pet fish, meet some real 'aquariumaniacs' and discover the history, art, science and fun of keeping pet fish at home. The Coral Reef Gallery "Dragons Down Under" features both leafy and weedy sea dragons. Take a walkabout through this Australian-themed exhibit and learn the stories of sea dragons and their kin.

The Caribbean themed family friendly outdoor exhibit, with the Explore a Shore, 2.2 acre aquatic discovery zone for kids, makes the perfect stop during an Aquarium visit. Explore the Aquarium as never before. Dive with the Sharks provides a unique opportunity for certified SCUBA divers, age 15 and older, to come face-to-face with live sharks. Take a photo tour of the Wild Dolphin Ecotours, a Shark Feeding Behind the Scenes tour and Swim with the Fishes.

Get your eTicket today and start planning your visit to The Florida Aquarium. There's so much to see, so you better hurry. The alligators are waiting!