Mertailor’s Mermaid Aquarium Encounter

Mertailor's Mermaid Aquarium Encounter is a unique indoor aquarium and live mermaid attraction located at 4100 W Gulf to Lake Highway in Lecanto, Florida, just minutes from Crystal River. Founded by acclaimed mermaid tail designer Eric Ducharme, the facility features more than 20 exhibits including interactive touch tanks with stingrays and starfish, diverse aquatic habitats, and a signature performance tank where professional mermaids perform live shows three times daily. Admission includes aquarium exploration, live mermaid performances, animal habitat discovery, and interactive exhibits suited to guests of all ages. Visitors can also don one of Ducharme's custom mermaid tails for their own underwater adventure in the performance tank. As an indoor venue on Florida's Nature Coast, the attraction is an excellent year-round option for families seeking an imaginative and educational aquatic experience.