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Florida Aquarium

701 Channelside Drive, Tampa, FL 33602
813-273-4000
Ranked #19 of 71 attractions in Tampa
4.0 of 5 stars 380 Reviews
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Type: Aquariums
Activities: Viewing wildlife
Description: This aquarium features a fascinating array of animals and birds found along Florida's waterways.
Useful Information: Activities for young children
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Tampa, Florida
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53 reviews 53 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

It's a great looking building! There are a few interesting sea creatures there. But for the price, there are so many other things to do in the Tampa area. I've always thought that if they cut the price in half, they'd have triple the crowds and end up making more money. But what do I know? I'm only a successful... More

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Douglasville, Georgia
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

I've been to aquariums all over the U.S. and must say that this one is overpriced and very small. It takes all of a 45 min to an hour to leisurely examine all of the exhibits. Shows are cute but last about 10 minutes ea. The Dolphin cruise is also average and you spend a little over $25-30 bucks to... More

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North Wales
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

There is so much to see in the aquarium and reasonably priced , especially if you pick up a tourist leaflet, where there are usually coupons. We love the different types of seascape/landscape in which exhibits are found - not forgetting the alligators and sharks., of course.

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Zionsville, Indiana
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

We took the kids and they loved it. So much to see and there was something for everyone. The sharks were so cool to see up close, best aquarium I've been to.

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Tampa, Florida
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

Every summer you can count on us to visit! They never fail to have a great atmosphere and plenty to see. Even a private reception there was phenomenal.

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Lutz, Florida
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

took family to see the aquarium. we all had a great time. i loved the penguines and the river ottors. what cuteys they both are. didnt want to leave that day. we spent most of the day there.

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columbus
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Grease is in the air since The Florida Aquarium has little ventilation in Cafe Ray. Watch what you breath or you will end up with lungs full of grease. This place has little to offer the normal tourist, your better off strolling down the beach or just walking around Tampa, you'll see more. The smell is horrible while you sit... More

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Tampa, Florida
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Great place for kids and families - lots to see and do here. Plan to spend hours just looking at all the animals, plant life and fish. (Kids LOVE it!)

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Tampa, Florida
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Had a year membership and loved it. Great classes for children available and love the summer programs.

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Chelmsford, MA
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Fabulous aquarium! Lots of great tanks, and fish. Of course the piece de resistance, was the large tank in which I counted 5 sharks! In this same tank, there was a school of fish, and it was really cool watching them swim in continual circles! They only broke their rhythm, when another fish swam through them. Benches in front of... More

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