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Florida Aquarium

701 Channelside Drive, Tampa, FL 33602
813-273-4000
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Ranked #22 of 75 attractions in Tampa
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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Elkridge, Maryland
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23 reviews 23 reviews
11 attraction reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 June 2013 NEW

Stingray touch pool. Cool seahorse exhibit. Thought it was going to be much bigger by looking at the outside. Exhibits were nice. Offered some cool things I haven't seen other places.

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Lee's Summit, Missouri
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30 reviews 30 reviews
14 attraction reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

We spent a couple of hours here on the last day of our vacation waiting for our flight to go home. It was not quite as good a I remembered it from 8 years ago. Since it was Father's Day weekend my husband got in for free which was really nice but I think it also made for a much... More

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Indianapolis, Indiana
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

Very nice aquarium. Kid friendly, beautiful displays. Went on Mothers Day so it was crowded (all mothers admitted for free!) Great splash park for little ones with sandbox and play areas. Great place for a fun day. We'll be back!

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Gilbertsville, PA
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29 reviews 29 reviews
12 attraction reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

Great place to visit, especially when it's really hot outside! We did the optional (extra fee) boat trip, which was fun, but it was the exhibits inside the aquarium that really kept us interested. Beautiful bird exhibits, unusual fish and jellies.....something for everyone and a kids' delight! Food court had a wonderful selection of foods...even healthy ones!

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Long Valley, NJ
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

This is not the largest aquarium, but was a good size for small children. Lots of touch tanks and low displays. There's also a small splash pool for small children to play in. The dolphin ride was ok - you will see dolphins at a distance. Get your tickets on-line as that saves you money and avoids long lines. With... More

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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW via mobile

Very nice aquarium. A little pricey but I received free admission for Father's Day. Overall very nice. My kids enjoyed all the exhibits and aquariums.

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Susquehanna, Pennsylvania
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

We visited on Sunday, 6/9/13. Supposedly one dolphin was spotted on the cruise one time, but most on the boat did not see it. Boat took predetermined route, never stopped, and did not really seem to try to find dolphins. If the dolphins were not right in front of the boat, I guess you don't get to see them. Watched... More

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Charlotte
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5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW via mobile

This is a fantastic place to take even the youngest of kids! I have a 2 yr old & a 6 month old and they love it! My oldest loves to tell you all about the animals and my youngest stares at the bright lights & laughs. Great to do to beat the summer heat!

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Cross Hill
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

A good place to kill a couple of hours. Many species of fish, very interesting glass tunnel for walk through experience, exhibits done well, more than adequate parking nearby.

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New York, NY
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37 reviews 37 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013

We visited with my two year old and parents and had a great day. School was still in session and it was a weekday so the place was FULL of school trips. The aquarium itself was nice and a good size. The real standout however was the spray park near the entrance that you can only use as an aquarium... More

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