Here are frequently-asked questions about plan-ahead pricing at Mote Science Education Aquarium.

Purchase your tickets in advance and dive into savings!

What is Plan Ahead Pricing?
Plan Ahead Pricing allows guests to visit on the date that best accommodates their budget and schedule. Guests who purchase tickets at least 30 days before their visit date receive the best value.

How far in advance do I need to purchase to save?
The best value is available for tickets purchased 30 days or more in advance of the date of the visit. Tickets are available for purchase up to three months in advance.

Are ticket prices different every day?

Visiting on a weekday, Monday to Wednesday, may offer the best value. Purchasing tickets at least 30 days in advance of your visit typically offers the best value for any day of the week.

Holiday tickets may be offered at a premium rate.

Prices are subject to change.

Consider purchasing a Mote Membership if you plan to visit twice or more during the year, to receive a multitude of members benefits in addition to saving on admission by your second visit.

Is the ticket price online the best value or will the price go down?
The online ticket price is the best value for the date of your selection. Prices will not decrease before the date of your visit. Consider purchasing tickets to visit on a date 30 days or more in the future to receive the best rate.

Do other discounts apply to Plan Ahead Pricing?

Plan Ahead Pricing cannot be combined with other discounts.

Discounts are offered for the following visitors.

Active Duty Military – Mote offers free admission for the active duty service member with a current active duty military ID (discount is not extended to the entire party.)
*Discount only valid when purchased on-site and in-person.

Reciprocal Members – Visiting with another zoo or aquarium membership? Aquarium guests applying reciprocal partner discounts must show current reciprocal partnership membership card and ID.
*Discount only valid when purchased on-site and in-person.

Does plan ahead pricing apply to the Group Rate?
Yes! Groups of 10 or more attendees receive 10% off admission prices. The discount applies to the price for the date of the visit, at the time of booking. For the best value, we recommend booking group tickets 30 days or more in advance.

What if I can no longer visit on the date I purchased tickets for?
Please contact Guest Services at guestservices@mote.org or 941-388-6683 (941-388-MOTE) for ticketing support. Please Note: You can reschedule your tickets on your own up to one hour before your scheduled visit. However, if your original tickets were purchased more than 30 days in advance or on a date with discounted pricing, you may be required to pay the difference in ticket cost when selecting a new date.