Florida Aquarium (The)
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We have to been to a couple of diffeent aquariums, and this was really a waste of money. It is small and old, needs a good bit of repairs. My son did enjoy the dive shows but they are short and not really worth the wait. The new GA aquarium, and Sea World was a lot nicer. The Aquarium was hard to find, we did go see a movie at the mall that is by the aquarium though.
Reviewed by: VickyS from on Aug 23 2009
The Aquarium itself was nice. But the best overall part of the "aquarium" was the ecotour towards the end our trip there. A nice little boat ride/tour of the Gulf of Mexico was gorgeous! Despite not seeing any dolphins, it was a nice time on the water! I highly recommend it!
Reviewed by: Mary from on Jul 06 2009
being that Florida is a peninsula that rest right on Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico, "The Florida Aquarium" was a bit of a let down. Georgia's Aquarium (located in Atlanta) is much better than this. The had a couple of exotic sea creatures there but I couldn't help feeling like I was ripped off. It just wasn't worth the money I paid for admission.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Jan 23 2009
For the money this place is not worth it- The employees are unfriendly. The exhibits are small and are starting to look old. I would not recommend going here to anyone. There are far better places to visit in Tampa then this aquarium!
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Sep 07 2008
The Florida Aquarium surpised me with the cleanliness and overall appearance. It was easy to navigate and was a great place to beat the heat in air-conditioned bliss.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Apr 25 2008
The Florida aquarium in Tampa was the 1st place that caught my eye while visiting there and I like fish I've had 1 of my own and family members also have aquariums at home too.The 1st thing you must realize is that this is not Sea World There won't be Killer Whales,Dolphins,or Manatees law prohibits these creatures from being kept there.They offer for a packaged deal that I highly recommend you can enjoy a chartered boat ride in Tampa Bay where you will most likely see dolphins and lots of native birds and animals in their natural environment.
Reviewed by: Paul from on Mar 11 2008
Seems very overpriced for size and what you get. Not impressed for being a aquarium only. Most zoos have just as nice aquariums. Want more money as soon as you walk in door trying to take your picture.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Feb 20 2008
Our kids are still talking about it! Our 8 year olds got into the coral reef tank wearing wetsuits and equipped with modified SCUBA equipment (yes, regulators,air tank, and all) and swam around with the fish! We watched their intruction from the top of the aquarium where they entered the tank and then from the observation area below. It is expensive, but was worth every minute! Our group of 4 children and 4 adults spent the whole day at the aquarium and enjoyed the exhibits, the cantina and bar, the outdoor play area (wet and dry) for our youngest. We will definitely return and maybe try the dolphin boat ride! The staff was friendly and eager to teach.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Jan 21 2008
we were here in 2005 and are going back in feb 2008. it's a great way to spend a day... it was very intriguing and interactive.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Dec 31 2007
Over priced, small aquarium. Not even worth the parking fee. From the moment you walk up to the window and in the door they only seem to want to run a business for profit not nature.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Dec 19 2007
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We have to been to a couple of diffeent aquariums, and this was really a waste of money. It is small and old, needs a good bit of repairs. My son did enjoy the dive shows but they are short and not really worth the wait. The new GA aquarium, and Sea World was a lot nicer. The Aquarium was hard to find, we did go see a movie at the mall that is by the aquarium though.
Reviewed by: VickyS from on Aug 23 2009
The Aquarium itself was nice. But the best overall part of the "aquarium" was the ecotour towards the end our trip there. A nice little boat ride/tour of the Gulf of Mexico was gorgeous! Despite not seeing any dolphins, it was a nice time on the water! I highly recommend it!
Reviewed by: Mary from on Jul 06 2009
being that Florida is a peninsula that rest right on Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico, "The Florida Aquarium" was a bit of a let down. Georgia's Aquarium (located in Atlanta) is much better than this. The had a couple of exotic sea creatures there but I couldn't help feeling like I was ripped off. It just wasn't worth the money I paid for admission.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Jan 23 2009
For the money this place is not worth it- The employees are unfriendly. The exhibits are small and are starting to look old. I would not recommend going here to anyone. There are far better places to visit in Tampa then this aquarium!
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Sep 07 2008
The Florida Aquarium surpised me with the cleanliness and overall appearance. It was easy to navigate and was a great place to beat the heat in air-conditioned bliss.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Apr 25 2008
The Florida aquarium in Tampa was the 1st place that caught my eye while visiting there and I like fish I've had 1 of my own and family members also have aquariums at home too.The 1st thing you must realize is that this is not Sea World There won't be Killer Whales,Dolphins,or Manatees law prohibits these creatures from being kept there.They offer for a packaged deal that I highly recommend you can enjoy a chartered boat ride in Tampa Bay where you will most likely see dolphins and lots of native birds and animals in their natural environment.
Reviewed by: Paul from on Mar 11 2008
Seems very overpriced for size and what you get. Not impressed for being a aquarium only. Most zoos have just as nice aquariums. Want more money as soon as you walk in door trying to take your picture.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Feb 20 2008
Our kids are still talking about it! Our 8 year olds got into the coral reef tank wearing wetsuits and equipped with modified SCUBA equipment (yes, regulators,air tank, and all) and swam around with the fish! We watched their intruction from the top of the aquarium where they entered the tank and then from the observation area below. It is expensive, but was worth every minute! Our group of 4 children and 4 adults spent the whole day at the aquarium and enjoyed the exhibits, the cantina and bar, the outdoor play area (wet and dry) for our youngest. We will definitely return and maybe try the dolphin boat ride! The staff was friendly and eager to teach.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Jan 21 2008
we were here in 2005 and are going back in feb 2008. it's a great way to spend a day... it was very intriguing and interactive.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Dec 31 2007
Over priced, small aquarium. Not even worth the parking fee. From the moment you walk up to the window and in the door they only seem to want to run a business for profit not nature.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Dec 19 2007
