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The coolest aquarium in Florida! . This massive 3-story, 146,000-square foot facility in Sarasota, FL is part aquarium and part specialized research laboratory. From manatees and penguins to sharks and giant stingrays, there are so many different species that call Mote SEA their home. Explore and learn about the unique habitats of these animals. . Why visit? - Walk through exhibits where sharks can swim right above your head. - Experience one of Florida’s newest and most modern aquariums. - Learn about real ocean research happening at the Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium. - See sharks, otters, manatees and other marine life up close in massive immersive habitats. - Explore interactive exhibits and touch tanks. . Mote SEA 📍225 University Town Center Drive, Sarasota, FL 34243 . #MoteSEA #Florida #aquarium #thingstodo #familyfriendly