Key West Aquarium: Explore Diverse Sea Life
3.3
112 Ratings
Key West Aquarium

Uncover the fascinating realm of the sea by touring the Key West Aquarium. Navigate through the diverse segments of the aquarium and acquire an in-depth knowledge of the captivating oceans of our globe. The aquarium showcases a broad range of marine creatures such as eels, parrotfish, groupers, sharks, alligators and many more.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Key West Aquarium - Tours offered every half hour throughout the day. (See below for tour types) Shark feedings occur daily at 11am, 1pm, 3pm, and 4:30pm.

Touch Tank/Aquarium History: Learn the aquarium history (first opened air aquarium in the United States), the importance of the frescos.

Atlantic Shores Interactive Feed: Learn the importance of the mangrove eco system, allow guest the opportunity to feed some of our large game and tropical fish while discussing the variety of fish in the exhibit.

Shark Interactive Feeding: Guides will explain the importance of sharks to our waters while allowing guests to feed and touch a live shark!

Sea Turtle Conservation Tour: Learn the Aquarium’s role in the conservation efforts of these species.

Stingray interactive Feedings: Interact with our stingrays by feeding and petting these animals.

The Atlantic Shores Exhibit is a cross section of a near shore mangrove environment. The 50,000 gallon tank holds a variety of tropical fish and game fish.

What's Included
  • Admission to Aquarium
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Location
Key West Aquarium
1 Whitehead St,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
3.3
(112 Ratings)
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602joanr
Mar 8, 2024
Love this place - I loved this aquarium! In all the times we have been to Key West we had missed it! So glad we went this time! The staff are so helpful answering questions and you can tell they really care for all their creatures! I and loved the turtles that they have!
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Dreamer01396011227
Mar 1, 2024
Amazing to see. - Not very big but very educational, with a variety of animals and lots of short programs to learn about. It was easy to get around without getting lost or missing something.
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Pioneer34364181894
Jan 25, 2024
MUST GO! - Such an amazing experience! Highly recommend to anyone and everyone!! Very informative information above each tank which allows you to learn a lot on your visit!
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Bill_g
Jan 21, 2024
A must see in KW! - Great tour guide for this experience! She was so knowledgeable and had a very pleasant personality with a great sense of humor! Beautiful aquarium with so much to see! Highly recommended!
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Browncondo2102
Dec 20, 2023
Very impoortant to know about Lion Fish - Great little aquarium. We were there for the turtle, stingray and shark demonstrations. Plenty of fish and marine life from the local area. They stressed the importance of getting rid of the Lion Fish who destroy the coral reefs.
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Rl8587
Mar 6, 2024
Super quick activity - It was a little chilly one day so we decided to check out the aquarium. It's pretty small but we enjoyed our visit. We were able to catch all of the talks given and enjoyed hearing what the staff had to educate us on. I wouldn't hesitate to visit again. I think when we walked up to buy a ticket it was actually valid for two days. it's not a huge place by any means but a great activity to discuss marine life around Key West.
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Seaside577429
Apr 3, 2024
Save your money - Very small “aquarium” and not worth the price. The kids enjoyed seeing the fish but we have been to much better aquariums. Something to do but not worth it.
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Susanpursuingjoy
Mar 10, 2024
Don’t bother or waste your money - This was a tiny aquarium with many empty or off exhibit tanks. Honestly it wasn’t very clean and very disappointing. Don’t waste your money. The only redeeming factor is that hopefully the money spent feeds the few turtles and fish we did see.
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Davewoetzel
Jan 9, 2024
Poor Value - The aquarium is mediocre and small. It would probably be a decent value for half the price. There isn't a lot to see. There was a very short tour that culminated in a shark feeding, but no shark surfaced to be seen. Folks were friendly and the LCD screens were informative. But I think the aquarium in Marathon is much better.
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Voyager35027879504
Mar 3, 2024
Worst place in Key West - Saddest place in Key West. The fish tanks are so small that it's depressing to look at these poor animals. Some of them barely fit in the enclosure and some have injuries from rubbing against the glasses so long. I can't believe this isn't considered animal cruelty!
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