Key West Aquarium
Key West, FL
Historic Key West aquarium with touch tanks, daily marine presentations, and an easy indoor family stop at Mallory Square.
Hands-on marine interaction is one of the aquarium's biggest family draws.
Photo 1 of 3. Hands-on marine interaction is one of the aquarium's biggest family draws.
Editorial notes
What stands out
A better fit for curious kids and hot-weather indoor sightseeing than for children who need a big physical play structure.
Good fit
- Families pairing indoor time with a Key West sightseeing day.
- Kids who like animals, touch experiences, and short guided talks.
- Mixed-age groups that want a manageable indoor stop instead of a full play-center commitment.
Consider another option if
- Kids expecting an indoor playground or large climbing environment.
- Families looking for a long, high-movement play session.
Know Before You Go
- Supervision model
- Caregiver supervised
What to Expect
For kids
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Museum exhibits
- Sensory play
For caregivers
- Caregiver supervised
- Visit type
- short indoor attraction with timed presentations
Read more about this location
Key West Aquarium is a historic family attraction that works well as an indoor discovery stop, especially for families who like animals and guided learning more than climb-heavy play. The aquarium offers touch-tank interaction, daily presentations, marine exhibits, and a straightforward drop-in visit style that is easy to pair with time around Mallory Square.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
Open now based on posted hours
Closes at 6:00 PM
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| Monday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Accessibility
Sensory Notes
Touch-tank experiences add hands-on engagement without requiring climb-heavy play.
Location
1 Whitehead St.
Key West, FL, 33040
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Sources & Updates
Source-checked Apr 8, 2026 against 3 public sources
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- Last check on record
- Apr 8, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 3 public sources
Public sources
- Official Websitekeywestaquarium.com
Checked: address, phone, hours, social links, images
- Official Tickets Pagekeywestaquarium.com
Checked: ticketing
- Official Tours Pagekeywestaquarium.com
Checked: daily presentation schedule, reservation policy
What changed
April 8, 2026
Replaced placeholder imagery with official aquarium photos and added visit-timing details from official program pages.