• Nourished by Nature

    Earth Night is back! Join us on April 24th, 2025 for Tampa Bay’s most unique and sustainable culinary event. Proceeds support meaningful educational programs for underserved community members.

  • Estuary Quest Summer Camp

    Two locations, one unforgettable summer camp adventure! Estuary Quest is all about diving into the amazing world of Tampa Bay in a fun, hands-on way. Registraton opens March 10, 2025 at 9:00 AM!

  • Blue Heron Featured in Exhibit

    Experience Our Newest Exhibit!

    Discover how Tampa Bay Watch's Living Shoreline installations protect wildlife and strengthen coastal communities. Through hands-on activities, an animated film, and live species on display, this experience brings the impact of our vital projects to life.

  • Campers on the boat with their arms in the air

    Let’s Get ArtSea - Spring Break Camp!

    Make this spring break unforgettable! Both of our locations are offering an exciting art and ocean themed camp filled with boat rides, creative crafts, and hands-on marine science labs. Registration is now open!

  • Brown Pelican flying

    Birding on the Bay

    Join us for a birdwatching excursion aboard our eco-vessel to spot feathered friends in their natural habitat. This program includes a boat-based visit to “bird island,” a local bird sanctuary. You’ll have plenty of time for observation and learn some avian fun facts from our expert educators!

  • Personalized Private Charters

    Holiday gatherings, corporate meetings, birthday parties and more! Make your next event unforgettable by hosting it aboard our boat!

  • Lionfish

    Dissect & Discover

    Invasive species, mysterious molluscs, and apex predators! Join a hands-on lionfish, squid, or shark dissection to find out how these animals survive and thrive. All specimens are responsibly sourced.

  • Manatee

    Bay Babies

    Designed for ages 3 to 6. Join us monthly for a delightful blend of story time, creative crafts, interactive activities, and thrilling animal encounters.

  • Birthday Sandwich

    Wild Celebrations

    Explore endless possibilities for your child's next birthday celebration at the Discovery Center! Captivating exhibits, hands-on activities, and more will make their day truly unforgettable.

  • Eagle Ray

    Sensory Programs

    Thoughtfully designed for families and individuals on the autism spectrum or with other sensory differences.
    Join us for our next class on January 19th all about birds!

  • Eco Vessel Field Trip

    Field Trips

    Discover the wonders of nature at our education center, or let us bring the wildlife experience directly to your classroom!

TAMPA BAY WATCH

DISCOVERY CENTER

Welcome to the Discovery Center, Tampa Bay Watch’s premier educational space on the St. Pete Pier. Dive into our engaging displays about the rich local ecosystem and learn about our ongoing efforts to restore it. Enjoy hands-on interactive exhibits, join our daily programs, and get up close with marine life. Plus, don’t miss our exciting Wildlife Boat Tours, setting sail regularly from our dock on the Pier.

Tampa Bay Watch is dedicated to fostering a healthy Tampa Bay watershed through community-driven restoration projects, education programs, and outreach initiatives.

Interactive Exhibits

Learn about Tampa Bay Watch’s work to restore the bay, and don’t forget to meet our animal ambassadors!

Hands-On Learning

We offer a variety of free and affordable daily programs featuring Florida’s unique wildlife and ecosystems.

Estuary Exploration

Join our knowledgeable educators for a wildlife boat tour aboard our 45-foot catamaran, Discovery.

Experiences

Fishing Workshop

Birthday Parties

Labs & Dissections

Private Programs

History Boat Tour

Your membership builds a brighter future for Tampa Bay