A Guide To Miami Seaquarium

Miami Seaquarium
Josiah
Josiah 
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It is no secret that Miami has some of the best recreational amenities in the US and beyond. A good example is in Miami Seaquarium, which is better described as a wonderland of fun for everyone irrespective of age. Miami Seaquarium features an array of unique educational and interactive programs that are suitable for families looking to bond and have fun with kids in Key Biscayne, Florida. Among the things that you can look out for at the Miami Seaquarium are swimming, interacting, and learning the conservation approaches of different sea creatures, including dolphins, turtles, sharks, and stingray. Read our guide to Miami Seaquarium to discover more about this fascinating attraction.

Miami offers plenty of activities for everyone - check out our recommendations on things to do when you’re visiting this destination.

1. Things to do

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The list of things you can do at Miami Seaquarium is inexhaustible. The seaquarium strives to bring you the best of underwater exploration, its state-of-the-art facilities, and unbeatable amenities. The shows, exhibits, and interactive programs in Miami Seaquarium delight guests of all ages.

Interacting with marine mammals

First, Miami Seaquarium is home to an array of beautiful marine mammals, including dolphins, sea lions, manatees, and rays. The facilities allow visitors to see, play, swim, and learn more about these beloved ocean creatures.

Learn about sea animal rescue and rehabilitation

The sea mammals in Miami Seaquarium are delicate creatures, and just like other animals, they face numerous challenges such as diseases, attacks, and physical disabilities; hence the need for close monitoring and routine care. At the seaquarium, you can learn more about how the sea creatures are rescued from the ocean, treated, rehabilitated, and eventually released back to their natural habitats.

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2. What to eat

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From the seaquarium, you will be greeted with different snacks and delicious foods in the nearby restaurants and cafes. Here, the options are many, but we have identified a few that have been found in recent years to attract many people from the seaquarium.

Pink’s Hollywood Hot Dogs

If you explore the area a little bit, you will discover that there is no other café serving better hot dogs than at Pink’s. The café is highly rated because of its creative and innovative ways of pampering hot dogs. An example is their mouthwatering lord of rings dog, which is ideally a 23 cm (9 inch) long hotdog served with onion rings and extra BBQ sauce.

Manatee Bay Café

Manatee Bay Café is another top joint in Miami Seaquarium that has even recently introduced organic options on its menu. Normally, the café serves fresh burgers, fries, and chicken fingers with wraps and salads at reasonable prices, which continue to attract more and more customers every day. The café is also air-conditioned, which makes dining an experience to remember.

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3. What to buy

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With all the beautiful memories one gets in Miami Seaquarium, it is only fair to bring back home a piece of that as a souvenir. The perfect place to grab a slice of Miami Seaquarium is at the Main Gift Shop, one of the biggest gift and memorabilia shops in the region. The outlet features a vast collection of souvenirs, including kids’ t-shirts, stuffed toys for cuddling, mugs, hats, sunglasses, and a variety of exquisite home décor.

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4. Travelers tips

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By now, you must be wondering about a few pressing matters like the seaquarium policies on pets and provisions to people with special needs.

Pets

The establishment holds many endangered species which require constant supervision and sometimes seclusion from members of the predatory species. This is the major reason pets are not allowed in Miami Seaquarium compounds; only service dogs are allowed in the facility.

Special needs

People with special needs are highly welcome in Miami Seaquarium. To demonstrate that commitment, the facility offers strollers and wheelchairs at a small fee, to help the physically challenged maneuver the facility.

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Miami Tour Guide

Alexander Gorn

Alexander Gorn

I was born in Leningrad, now St. Petersburg, in the Soviet Union, and left for the USA when I was 23 years old, just out of college. Leningrad was and still is a city with great cultural traditions. I fell in love with its world-famous museums, art galleries, theaters, and other attractions. I have been guiding tours for most of my life and began while still in high school. During the summer, Leningrad was visited by numerous youth groups from the UK and USA and English-speaking students were recruited to show them around. That is how I got my first taste of being a tour guide. I continued guiding through college and often worked with young adults. After leaving the USSR, I settled in New York City, went to graduate school, and started my own travel company in 1985. We primarily worked with international visitors showing them famous places of interest all over the country, from coast to coast. Though I had other tour guides working at my company, I continued to guide because it was rewarding and enjoyable. I traveled extensively throughout the country and that's how I first became acquainted with South Florida. I instantly fell in love with this beautiful place and eventually moved to the Miami Beach area. I love South Florida and want my tourists to feel the same way. I am exhilarated by its nature and history and I promise to get you excited as well. See you in Miami!

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5. How to get there

Miami Dade Transit route S (119) bus at Adrienne Arsht Center Bus Terminal
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Getting to Miami Seaquarium is the easiest part of the adventure. To make that possible, the Seaquarium provides ample parking space and different transportation options to help visitors access the facility without hurdles.

Public transportation

The most common transportation service in the area is the Metrobus, which connects major recreational centers from Miami Beach to Middle Keys. The mass transit system is efficient, safe, clean, and reliable, and that is why it is preferred by many people visiting the Seaquarium.

Car rentals

If you prefer private means to public transportation, there are car rentals that can get you to Miami Seaquarium. The most trusted in this route are the Sixt car rentals. Visit their website here to book your ride.

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6. How to get tickets (from USD 51.0)

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To access the beautiful attraction in Miami, Seaquarium requires either a pass or a ticket, which are available onsite and online on their website. Alternatively, you can make your reservation via Viator.

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Miami Seaquarium Full-Day General Admission Ticket

Duration: 3 to 4 hours

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Miami Seaquarium information

Miami Seaquarium

Address: 4400 Rickenbacker Causeway, Miami, FL 33149, United States

Website: Miami Seaquarium

Opening hours: 10am - 6pm (daily)

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Josiah Ndung'u is a Mechanical Engineering graduate and a travelling enthusiast who loves networking with new people, learning new cultures, having fun (especially at the beach), and sampling new...Read more

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