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Dolphin Research Center

"Fintastic family fun!" Bring your family to meet Dolphin Research Center's family of dolphins and sea lions. on Grassy Key in the fabulous Florida Keys. Have a wet and wild time in the Deep Water and Shallow Water Dolphin Encounter and Dolphin Dip programs. Trainer for a Day, Researcher for a Day,... Read More
"Fintastic family fun!" Bring your family to meet Dolphin Research Center's family of dolphins and sea lions. on Grassy Key in the fabulous Florida Keys. Have a wet and wild time in the Deep Water and Shallow Water Dolphin Encounter and Dolphin Dip programs. Trainer for a Day, Researcher for a Day, Play with a Dolphin, Paint with a Dolphin, Dolphin Explorer, Sea Lion Splash, and Meet a Dolphin also offered daily. 
Make a splash in the new Sprayground.  A colorful giant seahorse, whale flukes, palm trees and other tropical sculptures shoot jets and streams of water while dolphin, whale, and manatee sounds play.  Access to the Sprayground is included in your general admission.
Thinking of visiting?  Check out our live webcam at www.dolphins.org from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm eastern time!
DRC is proud to be an accredited member of the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums. Read Less
  • 58901 Overseas Hwy., MM 59
  • Grassy Key, FL 33050
  • Phone: 305-289-1121

Amenities

Hours: 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. daily (Last animal session at 4:15 p.m.)

General Information
Hours: 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. daily (Last animal session at 4:15 p.m.)
Open Year-Round
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Family Friendly
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Florida Resident Discount
Military Discount
Average Rates*
AttractionsAverage Rate
Children 3 and younger$0.00
Children 4-12$15.00
Military & Veterans$17.50
Adult General Admission$20.00
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Blogs

Get a Smooch from a Sea Lion at the Dolphin Research Center in Marathon

Lauren Tjaden, Beaches & Adventure Insider

July 20, 2011

How exciting would it be to meet a sea lion – eye-to-eye and hand-to-flipper? If you’ve ever had a yen to connect with one of these furry marine mammals, the Dolphin Research Center’s... Read More

Naturally Terrifying: Marathon’s Haunted Hammock

Lauren Tjaden, Beaches & Adventure Insider

October 13, 2011

Shadows of a thousand years rise again unseen, Voices whisper in the trees, ‘Tonight is Halloween!’ ~Dexter Kozen Have a yen for a naturally spooky Halloween? The lush landscape of beautiful 63-acre Crane Point Hammock in Read More

Snag a Holiday Photo with a Dolphin in the Florida Keys

Lauren Tjaden, Beaches & Adventure Insider

November 16, 2011

Reindeer, smain-deer. Who needs ‘em when you’ve got dolphins? From now through Dec. 22, 2011, you can snag a holiday photo with a dolphin at the Dolphin Research Center (MM 59, bayside) in... Read More

Articles

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Going Green in the Florida Keys

Wide-open stretches of water and sky make for a lot of blue in the Florida Keys, but look a little closer and you'll discover that these tiny islands are greener than you ever imagined. Read More
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Five Family Stops in Marathon

This Florida Keys vacation spot keeps the family happy with a distinctive natural history and scenery, along with unforgettable wildlife encounters. Read More
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20 Ways to Hang with Dolphins

Few animals are associated more with Florida than the dolphin. Find out where to see, feed, touch, swim with, paint with and befriend these playful creatures. Read More
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Ten-Mile Marathon

Go the distance in this middle-Keys family paradise. Read More
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An All-American Beauty

Discover the natural features of the Florida Keys via the Overseas Highway, one of the best scenic road trips in the U.S. Read More
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Key Notes

Skipping down the Florida Keys' different personalities, and ways to celebrate them. Read More
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Summer in the Florida Keys

Summertime is a fantastic time to visit the Florida Keys, and there are so many unique things to explore – without going overboard. Read More
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Attractions and Places for Special Needs Kids in Florida

From the thrill of spotting dolphins to imaginative city tours, the Sunshine State is an easy destination for families of special needs children Read More
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My Family Vacation, My Way

Discover unique ways to take a family vacation in the Sunshine State. Read More
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Marine Animal Rescue Agencies Get Big Assist from Voluntourists

Animals don't strand themselves every day, but visitors who come to volunteer will always find something to do – and a rewarding travel experience. Read More
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Wild in the Florida Keys: The Animal Lovers' Tour

Follow the overseas highway for an animal adventure. Read More

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Available now until December 31 2012

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