Group Tickets
Big Savings
For Groups of 25+ Guests
Add a splash of excitement to your next community day trip, corporate outing, association function, or other group gathering. Groups enjoy all that general admission has to offer. Come face-to-fin with apex predators, see eye-to-eye with sea turtles, feel a jelly bell, and explore exhibits featuring hundreds of fish species.
Save 20–30% With Group Discounts
Groups of 25 or more enjoy significant discounts on both general admission and Wild Dolphin Cruise tickets.
Book Dolphin Cruises in Advance
The Wild Dolphin Cruise is offered twice daily, weather permitting, and times are subject to change. Private cruise charters may be available.
Support Critical Conservation Work
More than just a great group day out, your group’s visit will support the Aquarium’s critical conservation work.
Group Ticket Rates
Rates apply to groups of 25 or more entering the Aquarium together at the same time. Individuals of a group will not be admitted at a different time. Your entire group must be present prior to entry. Tickets will not be given in advance of your visit. Any individual who arrives separately from the rest of the group is subject to daily general admission fees.
2024–2025 Group Ticket Rates
| Age | General Admission | Wild Dolphin Cruise |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (ages 12+) | $30 | $14 |
| Child (ages 3-11) | $26 | $12 |
| Infant (under age 3) | Free | Free |
Know Before You Book
Plan Ahead to Unlock Group Ticket Rates
Advanced reservations are required to receive discounted group rates. Group reservations cannot be made at the front gate. Due to limited availability, we recommend booking any add-on experiences, like the Wild Dolphin Cruise, 2–3 weeks prior to your visit date.
Remember Our 5–2–1 Booking Policy
5 Days Before
At least five (5) business days (Monday – Friday) before your visit, complete the online group sales form below to receive a quote. A $100 advance deposit is required to secure your quoted rate for general admission. Allow two (2) business days for a response. If you have not received a response within that time, please contact Reservations at (813) 273-4015.
2 Days Before
Two (2) business days prior to your visit, deposits become non-refundable if group reservation is canceled. Additional deposit with terms applies to Wild Dolphin Cruise charters.
1 Day Before
One (1) business day prior to your visit, provide final group participant numbers and submit full payment in one (1) transaction (credit or debit card only).
Plan for a Smooth Arrival
Group Visit Parking and Accessibility
Whether arriving by bus, motor coach, or passenger vehicle, these parking and accessibility tips will help ensure a smooth and enjoyable visit.
Motor coaches and buses may not park in the City of Tampa’s surface lot on Channelside Drive. Available parking options may include:
- Port Tampa Bay’s Cruise Terminal 3* — Available if cruise ships are not in port.
- McKay Street* — Street parking may be available depending on the port schedule. McKay Street is located two blocks North of York Street, across from E. Twiggs Street.
- 241 Car Services Parking Lots — NW corner of E. Cumberland Avenue and S. 12th Street, small lot behind the parking garage if space is available. NW corner of E. Twiggs Street and Channelside Drive.
*These parking options are not affiliated with The Florida Aquarium and are limited or unavailable when cruise ships are in port. Cruise ship schedules may be found here.
Several parking options are located within walking distance of The Florida Aquarium.
The Florida Aquarium is committed to providing an engaging and immersive experience that is open, accessible, and inclusive to everyone.
Plan Your Group Event
Find the Right Option
This page applies to non-school groups of 25 or more interested in general admission. For all other group types, please use the links below.
Start Your Group Ticket Reservation
Group Ticket Reservation Request Form
All sea turtle rehabilitation work conducted by The Florida Aquarium is done with the approval of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission under conditions not harmful to marine turtles and authorized under conservation activities pursuant to FWC MTP-25-179.