Special Promotion: USF Faculty, Staff and Students

SO many new things to see and do at Mote Aquarium!

In celebration of Mote Marine Laboratory's partnership with the University of South Florida, we're offering faculty, staff and students special access to Mote during September and October! 
FREE admission when you show your staff ID
  • $5 admission per person for up to 6 guests with you
  • 10% discount in the Deep Sea Diner during your visit (just show your ID)
  • FREE admission for you and 3 guests to a Night of Fish, Fun & Fright, Mote's Halloween party, from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., Friday, Oct. 23
  • PLUS: Purchase a Mote Membership during September and October for yourself or as a gift and receive three additional months of membership privileges FREE. Get your membership now.
What's NEW?
Sea Turtles: Ancient Survivors Exhibit
Happy Clam's Kids' Corner every Wednesday from 10:30 - noon
Sift for shark teeth at Fossil Creek (separate fee)
MORE FUN
Behind the Science (ages 6 and older) - Learn more about what marine biologists study as you explore the animals and ecosystems that fascinate Mote scientists. Saturdays in September and October (separate fee)

Mommy & Me - Ocean education for small fry (ages 2-5)!
Thursdays in September & Tuesdays in October (separate fee)
Birthday parties - Mote Aquarium is the place for sea animals - and party animals too! Party possibilities are as vast as the ocean with special activities, games and food.

Birthday Parties - Mote Aquarium is the place for sea animals — and party animals too! Party possiblities are as vast as the ocean with special activities, games and food.

About Us

Mote Marine Laboratory has been a leader in marine research since it was founded in 1955. Today, we incorporate public outreach as a key part of our mission. Mote is an independent nonprofit organization and has seven centers for marine research, the public Mote Aquarium and an Education Division specializing in public programs for all ages.

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