Aquariums
Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center
📍 890 NE Ocean Blvd, Stuart, FL 34996🕐 Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–4 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–4 PM |
About Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center
Ocean ecosystem research facility. 57-acre educational & research site with a network of nature trails, a lagoon & saltwater tanks. The facility features a 750,000-gallon saltwater aquarium showcasing Florida gamefish species and their natural habitats, with interactive Mangrove & Seagrass Walks allowing visitors to circumnavigate the tank. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,898 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Aquarium
- Location
- Hutchinson Island, Stuart, FL
- Main Feature
- 750,000-gallon saltwater aquarium
- Highlights
- Sea turtle exhibits, mangrove & seagrass walks, guided beach walks
- Best For
- All ages
💡 Did You Know?
- The facility features a 750,000-gallon saltwater aquarium showcasing Florida gamefish species and their natural habitats, with interactive Mangrove & Seagrass Walks allowing visitors to circumnavigate the tank
- The center operates as both an educational attraction and active ocean ecosystem research facility across 57 acres with an extensive network of nature trails and lagoon environments
- Specialized programming includes Nighttime Sea Turtle Walks and Sunset Trail Walks, with recurring Mangrove & Seagrass Walks offered on Sundays and Fridays, indicating a focus on nocturnal and temporal marine education
- The facility recently added a new exhibit building featuring a rooftop viewing area for observing sea creatures, representing significant recent expansion and visitor experience enhancement
💬 What Visitors Say
- Use Groupon or look for discount codes before visiting—multiple reviewers highlighted significant savings with Groupon, making it a budget-friendly family outing
- Don't miss the rooftop viewing area of the new exhibit building—it offers peaceful views of sea creatures and is perfect for relaxing, especially during peak indoor crowds
- Plan to spend 2-3 hours exploring both outdoor trails and indoor exhibits; the facility features multiple mangrove trails and a 750,000-gallon lagoon that warrant thorough exploration
- Visit on Fridays or Sundays for the Mangrove & Seagrass Walks—these guided experiences directly connect you with knowledgeable staff (highly praised in reviews) and provide deeper learning about gamefish species and habitats
- The venue is highly family-friendly with no age/height restrictions, multiple outdoor trails, and hands-on touch tanks; it's well-suited for both toddlers and older children
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