Bring your family to the Dolphin Research Center and meet their amazing family of dolphins and sea lions, all of whom live in natural seawater lagoons in the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. Whether you spend just a couple of hours or the whole day, you’ll have the opportunity to experience their unique personalities through fun-filled, narrated behavior sessions. Between sessions, enjoy educational presentations, visit the tropical birds, play in the Sprayground, or simply relax in the stunning outdoor setting of the Florida Keys.

At the heart of  their mission is the welfare of every animal in their care. Whether they were born here or come from rescue and rehabilitation centers, each animal receives the finest possible care, a safe, healthy, and enriching home for life. All dolphins and sea lions freely choose to participate in sessions, including interactive programs both on the docks and in the water. They are never forced, and as a result, program availability and times may vary depending on the needs of the animals on any given day.