Beat the Summer Heat at The Florida Aquarium

June 2, 2025

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Looking for a cool way to spend the summer? Guests can beat the heat in the comfort of The Florida Aquarium’s air-conditioned exhibits as visitors dive into unforgettable experiences and new encounters for the whole family. From feeding a sloth to walking underwater, this season is packed with fintastic adventures designed to delight people of all ages.

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• NEW! Sloth Encounter – Meet a two-toed sloth up close, learn from animal care experts, and hand-feed one of the Aquarium’s coolest ambassadors.
• SeaTREK – Take a guided underwater walking tour through the Heart of the Sea habitat — no diving experience required.
• Wild Dolphin Cruise – Set sail on Tampa Bay aboard the Bay Spirit II for a guided wildlife cruise in search of dolphins, birds, and more.
• Penguin Encounter – Go behind the scenes with animal care experts and meet a South African penguin while learning about species conservation and care.
• Stingray Feeding Experience – Get hands-on with cownose stingrays in this behind-the-scenes feeding and training encounter.
• AquaED – Dive into STEAM learning with hands-on activities that blend science, creativity, and curiosity for an inspiring educational adventure.
• Aquatunes: Dive into Adventure – Sing, dance, and choose your own adventure during this lively, interactive musical experience featuring original Aquarium songs; included with general admission.

From brand-new animal encounters to unforgettable underwater adventures, The Florida Aquarium has summer plans covered—every day of the week. To view all of the experiences and make reservations, click here.