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Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

225 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota, FL 34243 (941) 388-6683

Discover Sarasota’s newest must-see attraction at the Mote Science Education Aquarium, where Science is the Attraction. Explore immersive marine habitats featuring species from Florida’s iconic coastal waters to fascinating creatures from around the world. Feel the thrill as sharks glide overhead, get eye-to-eye with vibrant reef life, and peek behind the scenes at cutting-edge Workforce Development Labs and STEM Teaching Labs that highlight the future of ocean science.

To guarantee entry, purchase general admission or reserve member tickets in advance online. 

Please note: The former Mote Aquarium on City Island is now closed to the public. That campus is transforming into the Mote International Marine Science, Technology & Innovation Park, expanding Mote’s world-class research footprint.

Exterior 2025 Photo
Manatees Photo 2
Penguins 2025 Photo 3
Sharks 2025 Photo 4
Mote SEA Crowds 2025 Photo 5
Mote Book 2025 Photo 6
Mote Meetings 2025 Photo 7
Exterior 2025 Photo
Manatees Photo 2
Penguins 2025 Photo 3
Sharks 2025 Photo 4
Mote SEA Crowds 2025 Photo 5
Mote Book 2025 Photo 6
Mote Meetings 2025 Photo 7
Property Info Group + Meetings

General Info

  • Discounts Available
  • Family-Friendly
  • Handicapped Accessible

Meetings Capacity Chart

Number of Meeting Rooms 5
Largest Room 4,300
Total Sq Ft 10,000