Best Zoos & Aquariums in Tampa for Kids & Families

4 family-friendly zoos & aquariums with age ratings and parent tips.

Highest rated: HorsePower for Kids & Animal Sanctuary, Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center, Marine Science Center. 1 listing is outdoor. Every listing includes age fit, stroller notes, cost signals, and parent tips.

By Kit, KidPaths editor

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HorsePower for Kids & Animal Sanctuary

4.8 stars

HorsePower for Kids is a rare gem — a working horse facility and animal sanctuary that lets children get hands-on with horses, ponies, goats, and othe

Best for ages 2-12Outdoor$50-$80 for a family of 4 depending on activities

Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center

4.8 stars

Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center is a small, mission-driven marine science center on St. Pete's waterfront focused on Tampa Bay's ecosystems — kids ca

Best for ages 2-12Indoor & Outdoor$30-$50 for a family of 4

Marine Science Center

4.7 stars

The Marine Science Center in Ponce Inlet is a sea turtle rehabilitation center and marine science education facility — kids can see actual injured sea

Best for ages 2-12Indoor & Outdoor$25-$40 for a family of 4

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

4.4 stars

Busch Gardens hits the sweet spot of being a zoo AND a theme park — kids bounce between watching actual giraffes and rhinos on the Serengeti Plain, th

Best for ages 3-17Indoor & Outdoor$350-$450 total

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