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St. Pete Pier Discovery Center kicks off Shark Week with “Fin-Tastic” activities

| Evelyn Robles

The Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center at the St. Pete Pier is jumping feet-first into Shark Week.

On August 14 and August 15, the center if offering educational activities and programs focused on sharks.

Located on the over-water walkway approaching the Pier, the Discovery Center encompasses about 3,000 square feet of indoor space, with 2,000 square feet of exhibits that tell the story of Tampa Bay’s water ecosystem.

The cost for the shark week programs ranges from $3 – $5. You can find a full list of activities here.

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