Aquariums
Ocean Adventures Marine Park
📍 10801 Dolphin Ln, Gulfport, MS 39503🕐 Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–2 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–4 PM |
Quick Facts
💡 Did You Know?
- Ocean Adventures Marine Park is a rebuilt version of an aquarium that originally operated on Highway 90 during the 1980s-1990s, representing a revival of a historic Gulf Coast attraction
- The park features a stingray encounter experience where visitors can swim with and pet stingrays, which was mentioned in over 101 reviews as a primary attraction
- Dolphin encounter experiences include professional photos included in the admission price, as noted in visitor reviews praising this value-added feature
- The park offers multiple live animal shows including dolphin, sea lion, bird, and alligator presentations with interactive animal handling demonstrations in the Discovery Center
- Admission is competitively priced at $17 for adults and $15 for children ages 3-12, with additional reasonable pricing for animal experience opportunities
💬 What Visitors Say
- Arrive early or plan for a shorter visit (2-3 hours) - this is not an all-day attraction, so you can efficiently experience the dolphin encounters, shows, and stingray pool without extended time commitment
- The stingray pool and dolphin encounter are the standout experiences - prioritize these interactive exhibits as they receive the most enthusiastic visitor feedback compared to the shows
- Book a paid dolphin experience or animal encounter in advance through their website - photos are included in the price and these personalized trainer interactions (like with Taylor) create memorable moments that standard shows cannot match
- Sit close to speakers during shows and arrive early for seating - multiple visitors noted poor audio quality and lack of audience interaction, so positioning yourself near the speaker ensures you can hear the educational content
- At $17 adult/$15 child admission with reasonable prices for animal experiences, this venue offers good value - check their website for current pricing on the various animal encounter packages (dolphin experiences, stingray interactions, etc.)
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