Key West Aquarium
There’s something I find endearing about this very old-fashioned little aquarium at water’s edge, founded in 1934. Although it’s not big, high-tech, or flashy, with shark tunnels and killer whale shows, it just may end up charming you with its well-designed, informative exhibits showcasing Florida and Caribbean marine and shore environments and their denizens, with highlights including alligators, huge marine turtles, plenty of sharks, and a recently added stingray touch tank. Speaking of sharks, it’s very much worth timing your visit to take one of the free guided tours. Not only do the guides put things into context, but you can witness the dramatic feeding frenzy of the sharks, tarpon, barracudas, stingrays, and turtles. Expect to spend 1-2 hours here.
There’s something I find endearing about this very old-fashioned little aquarium at water’s edge, founded in 1934. Although it’s not big, high-tech, or flashy, with shark tunnels and killer whale shows, it just may end up charming you with its well-designed, informative exhibits showcasing Florida and Caribbean marine and shore environments and their denizens, with highlights including alligators, huge marine turtles, plenty of sharks, and a recently added stingray touch tank. Speaking of sharks, it’s very much worth timing your visit to take one of the free guided tours. Not only do the guides put things into context, but you can witness the dramatic feeding frenzy of the sharks, tarpon, barracudas, stingrays, and turtles. Expect to spend 1-2 hours here.
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