Visit Local Institutions
The Florida Aquarium
701 Channelside Dr,
Tampa, FL 33602
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“All Are Welcome” to visit The Florida Aquarium while attending the 2025 Annual Conference. Whether you’re a registered attendee or traveling with a registered guest, you can enjoy complimentary admission to the Aquarium throughout the conference. Complimentary admission begins on Saturday, September 13 and runs through Friday, September 19. Registered attendees only need to show their badge or confirmation email at the front entrance to enter. Traveling families and friends of registered attendees must check-in with the guest services team when they arrive to receive complimentary admission. In addition, all AZA conference attendees will receive a 20% discount on food and beverage, retail and photo memories.
ZooTampa at Lowry Park
1101 W Sligh Ave,
Tampa, FL 33604
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ZooTampa will be offering FREE admission to conference attendees and their families and friends from Saturday, September 13-Wednesday, September 17 and Friday, September 19-Saturday, September 20. Free admission is not available on Zoo Day, Thursday, September 18. To take advantage of this offer, please show your conference badge or registration confirmation email at the Zoo’s front gate. Parking and all attractions are included in admission. AZA conference attendees and their guests will also receive a 20% discount at retail shops, 10% discount at restaurants, and 10% discount on Animal Signature Encounters.
Busch Gardens Tampa
10165 McKinley Dr,
Tampa, FL 33612
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Busch Gardens Tampa invites conference attendees and their family to enjoy the park during their visit to Tampa. Simply bring your conference registration confirmation to the Animal Interactions building to the far right of the Ticket Windows to receive a complimentary admission ticket(s) for the day.
Complimentary admission only valid Saturday, September 13-Wednesday, September 17 and Friday, September 19-Saturday, September 20. Free admission is not available on Zoo Day, Thursday, September 18. Offer not valid for Howl O Scream event.
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
Approximately 2 hours from Tampa
3755 W Seminole Blvd,
Sanford, FL 32771
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The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is home to more than 350 animals representing more than 100 species in Sanford, Florida. Feed a giraffe, meet a rhino, enjoy a ride on the Zoo’s train, and more as you discover your inner wild. As a not-for-profit organization, the Zoo is a leader in conservation, creating connections that inspire people to take action for wildlife.
Central Florida Zoo is offering free admission to all conference attendees, September 8-24, 2025.
SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium
Approximately 2 hours from Tampa
8449 International Dr,
Orlando, FL 32819
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SEA LIFE is the world’s largest family of aquariums. From its origins in 1979 in Oban, Scotland, SEA LIFE now provides immersive marine experiences in nearly 50 locations in 17 countries around the world. We aim share our passion for the creatures of the oceans and to make our guests fall in love with them. Get face-to-fin with thousands of sea creatures, touch friendly sea stars and anemones and explore Florida’s only 360° ocean tunnel at SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium!
SEA LIFE Orlando is offering free admission to all conference attendees, September 11-20, 2025.
Lubee Bat Conservancy
Approximately 2 hours from Tampa
1309 NW 192nd Ave,
Gainesville, FL 32609
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Lubee Bat Conservancy is a non-profit organization dedicated to saving bats and their habitats through conservation, education, and awareness, with a focus on children and community engagement. Learn more about scheduling a tour!
Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo
Approximately 2 hours from Tampa
3000 NW 83 St Building Z
Gainesville, FL 32606
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The Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo is Gainesville, Florida’s community zoo and the hands-on training facility for students in the Zoo Animal Technology A.S. degree program at Santa Fe College. This unique 10-acre zoo features a diverse collection of native and exotic animals set in a forested environment, where visitors can observe daily zookeeper training in action. Conveniently located just off Interstate 75, it’s a perfect pit stop on your way to or from the conference!
The zoo is open daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will offer free admission to conference attendees and their guests who present a conference badge or registration confirmation email between September 11–22, 2025.