We visited with our kids (8 & 3) and they loved it. Unlike the huge mega aquariums, the animals here are very close and the staff tell their stories so you feel some connection to them. There is a large tank with fish and a couple of other tanks for rescued marine mammals, mostly dolphins and turtles. There is also... more

I went to the Clearwater Marine Aquarium when I was in Clearwater on a rainy day for something different indoors to do. It was ok, a little on the expensive side, and nothing like what'd you'd see at a large aquarium, like the Tampa Aquarium or someplace. There are better things to do in Clearwater though. I would recommend going... more

Great place to see how human impacts the natural surroundings. Their recovery and release programs are well documented. more

They would do better if they called it something else. Its not really an Aquarium its more a rescue center for Dolphins and especially Turtles. Kids love the Dolphins, there are Otters and a few fish as well. For a few extra dollers they will take you out on the water in a boat and they net a few of... more

The Clearwater Marine Aquarium is a place for animals including dolphins, sea turtles, otters and sting rays, among many others, to be rehabilitated or given a home depending on their condition. The work the people do here is amazing. We took the VIP tour for $36 total which offers a behind-the-scenes look at what this facility does. It includes touring... more

This is a small aquarium just a stone's throw from Clearwater Beach. It's not very big, but it is not your standard type of aquarium. They take in injured marine life for rehabilitation or for safekeeping if release to the wild is not possible. For me, there is one reason to go (well, the main reason) and that is the... more

We loved our visit to the aquarium. My four year old son loved that this was a rescue facility. There is a hands on tank with sting rays that was a favorite spot. The staff was friendly and willing to speak with us. It was a very hot day so the place was warm but since the windows were open... more

We went to the aquarium this last January and purchased an entry/boat cruise combo pass. We did the boat the day after the aquarium, which gave us two days to take in the aquarium. The aquarium is not large or flashy, but we found the staff and volunteers very helpful and informative. Our kids (aged 2, 5, 7) loved the... more

We have been to some of the best aquariums in the U.S. and this is neat because of the rescue aspect of it. PLUS there are dolphins, which are ALWAYS a hit with adults and kids. There also were sea turtles, sting rays, river otters, and large ocean fish. There is a presentation every half hour, you can just go... more