• 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.

Item 1 of 11

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