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Clearwater Marine Aquarium

Aquarium

4.2(18861 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 10 AM
Clearwater Marine Aquarium

About

Exhibits, education & dolphin encounters. Home of the inspiration for "Dolphin Tale," this aquarium exhibits marine mammals & sea turtles.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at Clearwater Marine Aquarium:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    249 Windward Passage, Clearwater, FL 33767
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    Phone
    (727) 441-1790
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    Hours
    Monday:10 AM–5 PM
    Tuesday:10 AM–5 PM
    Wednesday:10 AM–5 PM
    Thursday:10 AM–5 PM
    Friday:10 AM–5 PM
    Saturday:10 AM–5 PM
    Sunday:10 AM–5 PM

Features

Service options

  • Onsite services: Onsite services available

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom: Has wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating: Has wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Gift shop: Has gift shop

Amenities

  • Cafe: Has cafe
  • Offers tours: Offers tours

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids
  • Playground: Has playground

Parking

  • Paid parking garage: Paid parking garage

Nearby

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