~ Welcome to the Armed Forces Military Museum ~ "The History, the Memories, the Story of our Freedom"
The Armed Forces Military Museum is the largest military memorabilita collection in the state of Florida. If you like military history, artifacts, vehicles and tanks this is a must see. The 35,000 sq ft museum is beautifully laid out in a time line from WWI through present day Iraq. Each era was created in a diorama with sound effects and audio to enhance the awareness of a particular event in history. Excellent for all ages and military buffs. A museum that you will not soon forget dedicated with respect to our armed forces.
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to go back in time? Now you can! Experience the fight for your freedom through the eyes of American heroes, as The Armed Forces Military Museum (AFMM), walks you through military history from a WWI trench to the flight deck of the Japanese aircraft carrier Akagi.
Currently the museum has completed displays reflecting WWI, an extensive display of Japanese memorabilia associated with the WWII attack on Pearl Harbor, displays of the USMC in the South Pacific, D-Day landings, German Third Reich, Korean War and 8063rd M.A.S.H memorabilia. Exhibits are enhanced with simulations of smoke, sounds of airplanes and tanks, and other audio/visual effects. These effects will make you feel you are part of the action.
SUITE DEAL - Free upgrade to Executive King Suite or Two Bedroom Suite when purchasing a room at our Best Available Rate. We are conveniently located off Interstate I-75 in the Telecom Business Park. We have a quiet and secluded location on the Hillsborough River. We are minutes away from the University of South Florida, Busch Gardens, Adventure Island, and Lettuce Lake State Park. Futhermore, we provide free shuttle to area attractions. This offer cannot be used in conjuction with any other discounts or special promotions. Please call the hotel directly at (813) 972-9800 and mention "Suite Deal"
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The Florida Aquarium
813-273-4000
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Welcome to The Florida Aquarium ~
Nationally ranked as one of the "Top 10 Aquariums in the Country" by ForbesTravelor.com and TripAdvisor.com, The Florida Aquarium is home to more than 20,000 aquatic plants and marine animals from around the world!
See river otters, alligators, stingrays and sharks in natural exhibits! If that isn’t close enough, guests can immerse themselves in interactive dive programs like “Swim with the Fishes” or “Dive with the Sharks,” where coming face to face with a 250-pound Goliath Grouper or Green Sea turtle is common place. Here guests can actually become a part of the exhibit in an up-close and personal experience underwater.
Didn’t bring a bathing suit? How about one of our Behind the Scenes Programs like “Penguins: Backstage Pass” or "daily Shark and Stingray Feedings?"The African Black-footed penguins don’t hang out behind acrylic either, see them face-to-beak in the ‘no borders, no barriers’ Penguin Promenade daily.
New to the aquarium, "Ocean Commotion" offers a uniquely immersive experience utilizing state of the art technology with virtual dolphins and whales, animation and multi-media presentations. Guests can even upload their own videos to become part of the exhibit!
After you’ve seen everything inside, continue the journey to the 2-acre outdoor, water adventure zone called “Explore A Shore.” But bring a bathing suit, because water canons are plentiful and children can explore a two-story, water-logged pirate ship. Parents, try relaxing with a beverage at the "Cantina Bar and Grill" while the kids play the day away.
Where are the dolphins, you ask? Come aboard the brand new, double-decker "Bay Spirit II" for a Wild Dolphin Ecotour and see these amazing animals in their natural environment. Tampa Bay is home to more than 500 bottle nose dolphin and there is an excellent chance of seeing them from one of our daily Ecotours.
~ Discover the magic found in water only, at The Florida Aquarium! ~
