Open 11 am - 4 pm
Plan Your Visit
Plan Your Visit
Welcome to Mertailor’s Mermaid Aquarium Encounter — your gateway to Florida’s aquatic wonders. Meet stingrays, tropical fish, sharks, and enchanting mermaids while exploring unique exhibits and unforgettable encounters.
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Aquarium Hours & Mermaid Shows
Our aquarium operates in timed sessions rather than open roaming like traditional aquariums or zoos. This allows every guest to enjoy a mermaid show and interactive exhibits during their visit. Online reservations are highly recommended. Walk-up tickets are not guaranteed. Once capacity is reached, ticket sales will close and no additional guests can be admitted.
How Your Visit Works
Guests explore the aquarium during their session while enjoying exhibits, touch experiences, and animal encounters. Each session includes a live mermaid show inside the Mermaid Exhibit.
Learn About Our Mermaid ShowsAquarium Hours
| Open Daily | 11:00am – 4:00pm |
Hours may change during holidays or off-season periods. Please check the ticket calendar for the most up-to-date availability.
Daily Mermaid Show Schedule
| Session 1 | 11:00am – 12:30pm |
| Mermaid Show | 12:00pm |
| Session 2 | 12:30pm – 2:00pm |
| Mermaid Show | 1:30pm |
| Session 3 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm |
| Mermaid Show | 3:00pm |
Mermaid & Aquarium Moments
Know Before You Go
Tickets & Reservations
- We recommend purchasing tickets online to guarantee entry.
- Experiences may sell out during busy days.
- Members enjoy free general admission.
Accessibility & Guest Information
- The aquarium is wheelchair accessible.
- Convenient onsite parking is available.
- Please review our Guest Code of Conduct before visiting.
Animal Encounters
- Sea Star Touch and Stingray Touch exhibits open daily.
- Touch exhibits close briefly during mermaid shows.
- Shark and stingray feeding opportunities occur throughout the day.
- Daily Creature Features highlight animals and habitats.
Add to Your Experience
Discover Mermaid Experience
Learn the magic of mermaiding with guidance from professional mermaids.
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Stingray Encounter
Interact with gentle stingrays in a shallow habitat while learning about their care.
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Getting Here
Mertailor's Mermaid Aquarium Encounter
4100 W Gulf to Lake Hwy
Lecanto FL 34461
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Plan your visit today and experience one of Florida’s most unique aquariums.
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