This is a small aquarium and nature center with a limited number of exhibits. Even so, it was one of the best experiences we’ve had at an aquarium. We got to pet *and feed * stingrays and watch the seahorses be fed. We also got to hear some highly informative presentations about both species (and the other species that share the tank). We learned quite a bit! The many staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and extremely helpful. They answered our questions enthusiastically and gave us lots of helpful tips. We loved that there were stepstools at the touch tank (as well as the bathrooms). This is a big deal for families with young children. The various tanks were all interesting. Our family’s favorite was the adorable pufferfish. We took a walk on the nature trail and enjoyed the view from the observation tower.

Great place to see birds and reptiles and a turtle hospital. I was extremely impressed with the docents and their presentations. We were fortunate to see a presentation on seahorses up close and live! The exhibits are well done, and all of the docents are friendly and ready to answer questions. Their sea turtle exhibitions and hospital are great. Dedicated naturalists!

This place is an amazing hidden gem, we go out of our way to visit each time we’re in the area. We take our nephew and niece and we all love to feed the rays. On this last occasion we arrived in time to feed the rays and were given plenty of food to feed them and plenty of time to do it. We also met a very enthusiastic volunteer who also let us stroke sharks, and then took us into the classrooms to investigate snakes etc, then out to see the turtles in their rehabilitation pools and to see the birds of prey. She was like a whirlwind of knowledge and her enthusiasm was contagious. We had a wonderful time and will certainly be going back when we visit the area again next year

We went for the turtles but had an amazing time with the rays, sharks, and birds. We came here at the end of the day for the kids and ended up purchasing a one year membership as it is a nice little place to spend an hour. The kids got to touch the rays and feed them along with a few small sharks. Very educational and all of the staff (mainly volunteers) were very friendly and knowledgeable. One of the volunteers (Casey) gave a fantastic overview of the sea horses followed by a feeding session. She was very knowledgeable and spoke to everyone in the audience from toddlers to adults. Amazing presentation skills and kept everyone interested and involved!!! Thank-you!!

This is a hidden gem in Ponce Inlet!! Very educational as well as interacting. See rehabbing of turtles, pet and feed stingrays. The cost for 2 adults was 8$each, and 7$ for adults, 3-12 yrs old 5$ and 2 and under free. Well worth it!!! Annual family pass we got for 60$. Very knowledgeable and friendly staff. Great deal!!!

We enjoy visiting the Marine Science Center. We came several years ago, and this time stayed longer and enjoyed the workers' presentations on the different animals. We saw a falcon, hawks, eagles, turtles, seahorses being fed, and also go to hand-feed the stingrays. It was very cool. Great for kids and adults! The workers were so nice and knowledgeable.

We love places like this. Learning, fun, & something a bit different. My teenage son, our friend and I had a good time petting the sting rays, seeing the turtle hospital and the highlight was watching the birds feast on their lunch. 🐁

The Marine Science Center is off the beaten path. Go south on Atlantic Ave out+of Daytona until you almost reach the end. It is low key and low cost. It is a rehab center for turtles and birds. It is fascinating to see the efforts to help these sick or injured animals. The Turtle Emergency Room was amazing. You can also learn much about Volusia County’s diverse marine wildlife. In addition, there is a short nature trail leading to an observation tower where you can view the Ponce Inlet Lighthouse and the nearby bodies of water. Highly recommended and fun. No food service available, however.