Pirate Adventures of Cortez
Pirate Adventures of Cortez
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9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Pirate Adventures of Cortez is a unique attraction for children located on the waterfront in the historic town of Cortez. Come aboard for this magical journey on a pirate ship that includes face painting, a real treasure hunt, blasting an enemy pirate with our famous water cannons, and so much more! Become part of our crew on the premier children’s activity around Anna Maria Island!
Cortez, Florida
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Travelers' Choice
2024
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SueH32
Grand Rapids, MI41 contributions
Mar 2023
Great time for children and adults alike. Definitely geared towards entertaining the kids. The kids on our cruise were about 3-9 years of age. The entertainment was perfect for that age group. Not sure if the entertainers change the script depending on the age of the group or not.
All of the entertainers were professional and engaging and just plain fun! The kids dressed as pirates or mermaids were able to help pull treasure out of the water and shoot cannons (water) at the pirate Stinky Pete.
Tickets were 32$ which I thought was a bit pricey, but we definitely got our money’s worth. I would recommend this adventure to anyone with young children visiting the Bradenton Florida area.
All of the entertainers were professional and engaging and just plain fun! The kids dressed as pirates or mermaids were able to help pull treasure out of the water and shoot cannons (water) at the pirate Stinky Pete.
Tickets were 32$ which I thought was a bit pricey, but we definitely got our money’s worth. I would recommend this adventure to anyone with young children visiting the Bradenton Florida area.
Written March 24, 2023
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wenturtle
North Ridgeville, OH114 contributions
Feb 2024 • Family
If you have kids and are visiting Anna Maria Island, you need to do this!! We went with my nephew, who is 4. It was a blast!! We went in Feb 3rd in the 3pm time and the two guys that ran it were spectacular with the kids. They even have music that is perfectly timed with certain events that happen in the ship. They make sure the kids stay perfectly safe and really interact and make them feel special. Would highly recommend!! It is two days later and my nephew is still playing pirates!!
Written February 5, 2024
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Arghhh!! Thanks so much for your wonderful review. We hope to have your crew aboard again soon!
Written February 17, 2024
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Roberta B
Pittsburgh, PA2 contributions
Jan 2024 • Family
The Pirate Adventures of Cortez was awesome! Our grandchildren loved every minute…and so did we! The kids were all involved in the very clever Pirate “adventure” and the “crew” was hilarious and entertaining! All so well done and worth every penny! I highly recommend doing this. Hope to do it again next year!
Written January 25, 2024
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Martha C
Salem, VA26 contributions
Jul 2023 • Business
We had a blast this morning! Starting at check-in all the way until the end, the experience was fun and engaging. Each member of the crew was energetic, great with kids and adults, and were obviously enjoying themselves almost as much as we were. The crew kept the kids busy learning how to speak pirate, searching for a treasure map, finding a treasure chest and more. It was a quick hour and a half. My 9 year old daughter was happy they had girl dress up clothes. My 5 year old son can’t stop talking about it! Such a great experience!
Written July 21, 2023
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Liseqcoise
New Hampshire35 contributions
Apr 2023
What a fabulous time we had with our 4 grandchildren that we took there. Captain Fin did such a great job entertaining the children with high energy. Captain Blimpey too was great. This ended up much better than I expected. Highly recommend for small children under 9 as far as my opinion.
Written April 29, 2023
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Allyson B
10 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
This. Was. Amazing. I am so glad we did this with our kids! Fin and Blimey were so engaging and interacted with both kids and adults. All of the kids were so into this adventure and they made sure to include everyone. If you have young kids this is a MUST!
Written July 22, 2023
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Emilie s
2 contributions
Mar 2023 • Family
This was so so fun. I was a little skeptical of the price tag but it was well worth it-7 and 5 year olds loved it. Very engaging, funny and action packed. Captain Finn and Blimey were fantastic.
Written March 10, 2023
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Camille P
Tampa, FL1 contribution
Jun 2023 • Friends
The crew made this experience unforgettable! We had a late start because of storm clouds but the crew made everything run smoothly and captured the kids attention. My daughters have not stopped talking about it! Highly recommend!
Written June 10, 2023
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Kimberly C
Saint Louis, MO20 contributions
Jun 2021 • Family
Incredible! Don't hesitate to book, phenomenal in every way! The crew was fantastic, wish they were available to come babysit after the boat ride!
We were a bit concerned our kids would lose interest at some point (because kids these days typically want their device after 20 minutes) but they never did. The crew was engaging and kept all of the kids entertained and laughing the WHOLE time. The main "pirate" was kind enough to include (but not be too pushy, you know the type...they only make things worse) the two younger girls that were too shy to participate at first. By halfway through they were up having a blast! My 6yr old's face was priceless. To say he loved it would be an understatement. It's perfectly timed, not too short, not too long. The crew really does a top notch job, bring cash to tip!
One tip, bring a water bottle. The adults were sooo thirsty. (Our fault, too many hard seltzers the night before)
We were a bit concerned our kids would lose interest at some point (because kids these days typically want their device after 20 minutes) but they never did. The crew was engaging and kept all of the kids entertained and laughing the WHOLE time. The main "pirate" was kind enough to include (but not be too pushy, you know the type...they only make things worse) the two younger girls that were too shy to participate at first. By halfway through they were up having a blast! My 6yr old's face was priceless. To say he loved it would be an understatement. It's perfectly timed, not too short, not too long. The crew really does a top notch job, bring cash to tip!
One tip, bring a water bottle. The adults were sooo thirsty. (Our fault, too many hard seltzers the night before)
Written June 8, 2021
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Thank you SO very much for the kind words!!! Our crew busts their booty to try and make everyone have a great adventure and we’re thrilled your crew did today! 🏴☠️🖤
Written June 9, 2021
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Greg M
Asheville, NC16 contributions
Jun 2022 • Family
This is a great experience for young kids, and gives the adults plenty of photo opportunities. We took my daughter to the one that was in Manteo several years ago, and she loved it. My three year old son is a little shy, but when the water canons were fired up, he ran over to join his sister. This is a fun and affordable excursion for the kids, and worth the time and money.
Written June 29, 2022
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Thanks for the great review! Crazy story, we were the Pirate Adventure that was in Manteo, NC several years ago. We relocated down here to Cortez, FL full time and are having a blast. Thanks for bringing your crew aboard our ship!
Written August 3, 2022
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Pirate Adventures of Cortez
Cortez, Florida
Ahoy there!
Eye-patch - $1
Swords - $5
Skulldannas - $7.99
Tax will be added as well.
Written June 2, 2024
Pirate Adventures of Cortez
Cortez, Florida
No there’s not. We are only out for 75 minutes and encourage people to go before they get here or before the ship departs.
Written March 6, 2022
How far is the pirates adventure cortex from anna marie island
Written October 8, 2019
Pirate Adventures is a short ride just right across the Cortez Bridge from Anna Maria Island.
Written October 8, 2019
Do you have any discounts. Veterans, AAA, etc. Thanks so much.
Written July 28, 2016
I did not look, but I do not remember seeing any. They were very helpful on the phone, so a call to them should answer the question.
Written July 29, 2016
What is the cost for children to participate in the pirate cruise and on board activities? Having trouble accessing your website.
Written December 26, 2015
Adults and children are the same cost, even though the adults don't participate in the adventure at all. They sit in the back and are just along for the ride (and pictures).
Written December 29, 2015
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