Crystal River Aquarium

About Crystal River Aquarium

Crystal River Aquarium is a small local facility in Crystal River, Florida that brings the region's spring-fed ecosystem into intimate indoor exhibits. Visitors encounter native and invasive species in tanks focused on the bay's wildlife, meet Florida's freshwater turtles up close, and explore the seagrass, limestone, and habitats that support life throughout Kings Bay. The aquarium includes a touch tank where guests can interact with horseshoe crabs. Admission is charged at two price levels, with tickets sold online through the venue's website. Beyond the aquarium itself, the facility offers two ways to experience the surrounding waters: captain-guided wildlife boat tours that cruise quietly through Kings Bay to observe manatees, birds, and turtles from aboard, or guided in-water encounters with wild manatees in the crystal-clear springs. Aquarium admission is included with both tour experiences. The facility suits curious visitors of any age seeking an easy, accessible stop that requires no particular order of activities.