Florida Aquarium located in Downtown Tampa Bay in Florida is regarded as one of the best aquariums in the country. The aquarium is a wonderful family destination with plenty of fun activities like Swim with the Fishes, Penguins: Backstage Pass and a Wild Dolphin Ecotour. Don't miss Explore A Shore, our outdoor water fun zone for the children!  Just an hour and a half's drive from the tourist center - Orlando.