Located in the middle of Madeira Beach, the sparkling waters of the Gulf of Mexico are just a few feet away at Skyline! Includes boat dockage on the Intracoastal waterway.
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Clearwater, FL 33767
While the primary mission of Clearwater Marine Aquarium is the rescue and rehabilitation of injured wildlife, it has come to mean a lot more - to not only the local community and the residents of the aquarium, but also to generations of visitors who discover an entire world of life and love beneath the waves.
Of course, the star attraction at Clearwater Marine Aquarium is Winter, a bottle nose dolphin rescued in 2005 after being caught in a crab trap at 3mo old. By the time she was found, the trap lines had entangled her tail and cut off circulation - resulting in the eventual loss of her tail flukes. Despite all odds, Winter managed to not only survive, but thrive.
Of course, a dolphin's tail is perhaps the single most vital tool used for swimming - normally dolphins propel themselves by moving their tail up and down. Winter adapted to the loss of her tail by learning to flex her body side to side (like a shark) - but after quite a lot of struggle and research, she has been fitted with a prosthetic tail. The first of its' kind, Winter's artificial tail enables her to swim normally, and play with the other dolphins at the aquarium.
Winter isn't the only permanent resident - there are sea turtles, pelicans, sharks, rays, and even a trio of river otters named Cooper, Oscar and Walle. All in all, it's a great time for the whole family, and a wonderful inspirational experience.
This unspoiled nature park features 3 miles of trails and boardwalks on 245 acres along the shores of Lake Maggiore. Visitors can experience five Florida ecosystems: hardwood hammocks, sand pine scrub, pine flatwoods, willow marsh and lake shore.
Busch Gardens Tampa is the ultimate family adventure, offering 300 acres of fascinating attractions based on exotic explorations around the world. A unique blend of thrilling rides, one of the country's premier zoos, live shows, restaurants and shops provides unrivaled excitement for all guests.
Cambell Park Recreation Center has a rich history of youth activities in the South St. Petersburg area. Along with the E.H. McLin Pool, Oliver Baseball Field, Richard "Dick" Turner Baseball field, basketball courts and playground, the recreation center is the perfect place to grow up and stay active in the community.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium is fundamentally a hospital for sick and injured marine life - but the rewards are far greater! Come learn, embrace and experience a world you've only dreamed of...
Established in 1977, Countryside Country Club provides a home away from home and offers 27 holes of golf, 14 lighted tennis courts, two outdoor pools, exquisite dining areas and a state-of-the-art fitness center with full spa services.
The Florida Botanical Gardens are an all-day adventure you can't afford to miss. With over 10,000 species and 182 acres, it's a great adventure for the whole family.
For a break from the beach, check out John's Pass Village & Boardwalk in Madeira Beach. With more than 100 retailers, restaurants and attractions, your visit here can easily turn into a full day of fun.
If fun is in your nature, spend some time at Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo, named the #1 Zoo in the U.S. by both Parents and Child magazines!
Explore a World of Possibilities at Tampa’s Museum of Science & Industry with more than 450 hands-on activities, plus Florida’s only IMAX DOME Theatre, five-stories-tall and offering a higher resolution than any other theater in Tampa!
The Tampa Museum of Art provides the region with world-class traveling exhibitions, a growing collection of contemporary and classical art, expanded educational programs and access to scenic outdoor events in Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park and Tampa's Riverwalk.
Visit the most comprehensive collection of Dalí's paintings outside of Europe. The Dalí Museum houses more than 2,000 works of art in 20,000 square feet of gallery space, including numerous oils, watercolors, sketches, sculptures and other objects.
Come see why The Florida Aquarium is one of the top aquariums in the country! Experience sharks, alligators, lemurs, penguins, otters, chameleons, stingrays, and more...