The Tide Pool
Presented by Robert R. Sharp & Family and Marvin L. & Betsy Holloway
Experience All the Feels
Touch a sea star. Hear the surf. Watch the sun set (and rise).
The Tide Pool invites you to explore the rugged beauty of the Pacific Northwest through more than 200 marine animals, including fascinating sea stars, squat lobsters, and colorful anemones. And when we say “meet,” we mean it. This touch habitat lets you reach down and feel some of the ocean’s most fascinating creatures.
Located on the Aquarium’s newly renovated second-floor mezzanine, The Tide Pool is one of the only cold-water touch habitats on Florida’s west coast.
Secure your general admission tickets today to experience all the feels in this new and immersive habitat.
Help Us Become One of America’s Top New Attractions
The Florida Aquarium has been nominated for a USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Award again — this time for one of the Top New Attractions in the country! With your support, The Tide Pool, our newest immersive exhibit, could earn a coveted spot in the national Top 10.
Voting is open daily from November 24 at 12 PM through December 22 at 11:59 AM. EST.
Animal Spotlights
Bat Star
Vital ocean clean-up crews with a fuzzy appearance you can feel for yourself at The Tide Pool.
Spot Prawn
The largest shrimp off the U.S. West Coast, these clever crustaceans start life as males, then switch to females as they mature.
Ready to roll up your sleeves?
Join our team and help The Florida Aquarium save marine wildlife and the places they call home by becoming a volunteer! We match your skills, talents and interests with available opportunities in our different programs for a truly rewarding experience.
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