The Florida Aquarium 701 Channelside Dr • Tampa • FL 33602


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Why You'll Love This Place

A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
  • Prepare to be wowed by the undersea world that awaits you and your guests. Against a backdrop of ethereal lighting and thousands of marine life swimming in the gigantic, floor-to-ceiling tanks surrounding you, your ceremony and reception take on a magical, dream-like atmosphere.
  • Create a chic lounge in front of a coral reef habitat in the soaring Atrium. Options abound here, including in their menus, which feature tropical flavors, local favorites, and international specialties.
  • Their acclaimed Rooftop Terrace boasts sweeping views of Harbor Island, Garrison Channel, and the Channel District, with an array of open-air venues and elegant ballrooms. And you'll be happy to know that whichever site you choose, proceeds from your event support education and conservation efforts.

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PRICES: What's this going to cost?

Rental Fee
  • $4,500–6,000/event
  • Rental fee varies depending on:
    • Space reserved
  • The venue rental fee includes exclusive use of the selected ceremony and reception space.

Package Prices
  • $95/person and up
  • Package prices vary depending on:
    • Package chosen
  • Wedding packages include:

    • Plated dinner, buffet, or action stations
    • Tables & chairs
    • Cocktail hour with hors d'oeuvres display
    • 4-hour hosted bar
    • Champagne greet or sparkling cider toast
    • Floor-length table linens, black or white napkins, and decorative votive candles
    • And more!
Service Charge or Gratuity
  • 22%

Capacity

Indoors Outdoors
Ceremony Seated 150 150
Cocktails, etc. Standing 150 150
Reception Seated 200 150
Meetings Total meeting capacity for this venue is 150.

Venue Details

Site Uses

  • Ceremony
  • Outdoor Ceremony
  • Wedding Receptions
  • Outdoor Reception
  • Small Wedding
  • All-Inclusive
  • Rehearsal Dinner
  • Special Events / Parties
  • Business Functions / Meetings
  • Late Night
  • LGBTQ+ Friendly

Essential Info

Price

$ • $$

Catering

In-house

Alcohol

In-house

Amplified Music

Indoors
Outdoors
Some restrictions

Wheelchair Access

Wheelchair accessible

Availability

Year-round, daily.

Venue Type

Buildings & other settings available:

  • Non-Profit
  • Unique
  • Beach / Ocean
  • Zoo / Aquarium
  • Historic / Landmark Building
  • Patio / Deck / Terrace
  • Ship / Yacht / Boat
  • Penthouse / Rooftop

Venue Views

Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!

  • Cityscape
  • Fountain / Water Feature
  • Landscaped Grounds
  • Ocean / Bay
  • Panoramic

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