Tampa, Florida is rich with unforgettable sites that you should not even miss.

If you find yourself

strolling around the area or passing by or visiting some friends, do not forget to visit the Florida
Aquarium – one of the finest sites in the area.

Spanning over 250,000 sq. ft. with over 500,000 US Gallons, the Florida Aquarium features several
marine animals not only for the kids to enjoy, but also for the teenagers and adults as well. The
aquarium is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, and it has been a leader in its cause
for the conversation of such animals, and the education for the young ones with several programs aimed
at protecting wildlife.

The Florida Aquarium is not your typical visit where you just look at the fish at their respective sea tanks.
It is much more than that. It gives you an interactive experience where you get to see different species
of marine animals up close and personal.

For instance, you have the Wild Dolphin Cruise where you get to board a boat and see the dolphins frolic
in the waters. You may also get to interact with Penguins with a Backstage Pass. The Aquarium also
allows you to visit areas that are normally off-limits to regular visitors for a fee. You get to see how these
animals are being fed and are being taken care of by the professionals.

One of the highlights when you make this trip is the unique Swim and Dive feature of the Aquarium. Just
as the name suggests, the site allows you to swim alongside marine critters, including sharks. You get to
dive in and observe up close their habitats and their behavior under the sea. Some of these dives do not
even require a scuba certification. You do not have to worry, though, as these experiences are perfectly
safe, and that you would not be left alone as you will be accompanied by a professional. In addition,
these experiences are recorded by small cameras, so you can take the experience at home.

Tampa, Florida is teeming with fish to see. The Florida Aquarium provides that out-of-this-world
experience, and you cannot afford to miss that!