Marine Park / Educational

Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park

⭐ Rating

4.5 (2,000+ reviews)

πŸ“ Location

1010 Miracle Strip Parkway SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

πŸ“ž Contact

(850) 243-9046

About Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park

Top-rated marine park with live dolphin and sea lion shows, hands-on exhibits, and close encounters with amazing marine life.

Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park is a top-rated educational marine park that has been delighting families and inspiring ocean conservation since 1955. With over 2,000 reviews and consistent 4.5-star ratings, this beloved attraction offers unforgettable encounters with dolphins, sea lions, penguins, sea turtles, and more.

Live Shows & Presentations:

  • Dolphin Show - Watch these intelligent mammals perform amazing behaviors and learn about dolphin conservation
  • Sea Lion Show - Laugh along as playful sea lions show off their skills and personalities
  • Educational Talks - Learn from marine experts throughout the day

Interactive Exhibits:

  • Stingray Bay - Touch and feed gentle stingrays as they glide by
  • Shark Encounter - Get up close with sharks in the touch pool
  • Penguin Habitat - Meet adorable penguins in their climate-controlled home
  • Sea Turtle Rehabilitation - Learn about turtle rescue and conservation efforts
  • Living Sea Exhibit - Massive 50,000-gallon aquarium showcasing Gulf marine life

Special Experiences:

  • Dolphin Encounters - Get in the water with dolphins (advance reservations required)
  • Animal Meet & Greets - Close-up experiences with various marine animals
  • Behind-the-Scenes Tours - See what happens behind the scenes at a marine park

Hours & Admission:

  • Hours: 9am - 4:30pm daily (admissions closes at 3:30pm)
  • Adults: $29.95
  • Seniors (55+): $28.95
  • Children (3-12): $21.95
  • Children under 3: FREE

Pro Tips:

  • Plan to spend 2-3 hours to see everything
  • Check the daily show schedule upon arrival
  • Book special encounters in advance - they fill up quickly!
  • Bring cash for stingray and shark feeding ($5-$7)

πŸ“ Location & Directions

1010 Miracle Strip Parkway SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

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