I love to go here during my visit to see all the great work they are doing saving and caring for the injured animals. I wanted to get a job here when I was younger to work with the sea turtles! Great family activity!

Mote Marine is a great place to go to see all sorts of marine exhibits. You can touch stingrays and the hands-on exhibits are just plain wonderful. They also have live shows, which are great entertainment for adults as well as the entire family. If you're in the Sarasota area, this is a place not to be missed

Mote is centrally located with ample parking. The aquariums are well spaced to allow crowds of visitors plenty of room to view and time to do so without rushing. A shark tank has viewing from above and ground level, adding to the experience of watching these amazing creatures. The gift shop area is kept to a discreet size so as... More

Absolutely awesome time. Let's be clear, this place is for children. If you are not with children, then I would recommend going somewhere else unless you are really, really, really into marine life. I say that because the aquarium is not big and, unless you are into the marine life there, then you will most likely rush through the space.... More

We went on friend's recommendation. Small but very informative aquarium, lots of interesting displays and a super shark tank. Bring the family and you'll enjoy it.

Staff was very accommodating and explained the different species and mammals to us. A bit pricey for such a small aquarium but worth the trip.

The behind the scenes tour before hours really gave us a look at what actually goes on at this working laboratory. Much more than an aquarium, we were able to learn about feeding, research, medical car and even got to feed some fish. Our tour guides were scientists that worked at the laboratory. We purchased a membership to allow us... More

Kids loved the various exhibits and the volunteers are wonderfully helpful. A great rainy day diversion.

Have been here innumerable times with grand kids and house guests! Enjoy it every time. They are always adding new exhibits and you can even watch lab workers doing their experiments. The grands have all been on the guided boat trips with a Mote scientist helping them learn about marine life in Sarasota Bay up close and personal. Be sure... More