40 Best Stops Between Boca Raton and the Palm Coast (2024)

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It’s a decent zoo,it’s not too big. There is a splash pad by the entrance. As hot as it is it definitely is a treat. We explored the vicinity in our wet clothes so it wasn’t as hot. I like how each exhibit discusses where the animal is from, the age and most of them are named. Most of these animals are rescues or were born in this facility. The whole place is well kept. There is a gift shop similar to most overpriced gift shops. The food is ok. You can bring your own. I packed fruits and water for my troop. There is a special going on until 7/31/23 ( 2 kids in free with a paying adult) there is an age limit though. Overall this is a nice place and I would be back again.

The zoo was small but worth a trip there. They have a variety of animals, mostly small, which is appropriate for their size. Tiger, Florida panther, and of course, crocs! We did a special visit (extra cost) with the Otters, behind the scenes, and you get no contact feeding. Was fun! Fountain for kids to play in. Wheelchair accessible to main zoo. Restrooms, vending, gift shop. The staff was great and very helpful and informative.

Weather was perfect! Animals were out and about. The zoo is well maintained. All the animals have large spaces to live in and enclosures for protection when needed. They all looked well cared. I was pleasantly surprised compared to the zoo I went in the '80s.

Had the best day there! Saw so many animals. My favs were the Koalas and tiger! We had lunch there as well. Best burgers ever! Friendly staff. So much to see! A definite for the kids. Will definitely go back next time I'm in Florida.

This is a beautiful zoo. We went on a Tuesday around midday. There are a wide variety of animals to see. The grounds are lovely. The staff are very friendly and can answer questions about the animals. The food prices are quite high, so try to pack snacks to eat in designated places.

Great place to visit! I'm a local Floridian but hadn't been to this particular zoo. Brought the whole family for just shy of 2 hours which was plenty. Crowds weren't too heavy but the heat (early July) was hot! The entrance of the park has a large children's area with splash Park and all of the trails start there and are named according to their animal origins. Very clean place and tons of different animals to visit. I would go again for sure.They have several larger cat species that were very cool to see.Parking wasn't an issue for us but I could see larger trucks or vans having a tight fit. Very easy to find by taking southern Blvd exit 68 east off of North bound i95.

What an Awesome zoo with Big Opportunities to see large animals!! Really makes you feel like you are in a jungle!! Remember to drink plenty of water. Wear sunblock and ABSOLUTELY WEAR MOSQUITO REPELLENT!! And Remember to pack clothing to Change into because the Splash Pad was so fun and refreshing!! Come on Down and enjoy. Right now they have special pricing for adults with children. GOD Bless!!

Took an amazing tour today at The Palm Beach Zoo. Brittany, Mike, & Amy were absolutely delightful. Their energy was unlike any other! You can tell how passionate they all are about the animals. They made us feel truly blessed. Incredibly thankful for their endless knowledge & their excitement. This is the best behind the scenes tour I have ever done anywhere. They took their time & answered all our questions. They got to know us & made us feel extra special. It was enchanting to meet you all! Thank you so much!!!

A nice little zoo to visit. The pricing is not really reasonable for the few amount of animals and exhibits. For 2 adults I paid 58 with tax, my toddler was free. Was not at all crowded. The restaurant was closed, the stands with concessions was also closed not sure if due to it not being busy or what the reason. Plenty of parking available.They have a nice splash area for kids right as you come in. The exhibits were nice but it seems like the animals also went on spring break 😅. It's worth a visit but there are betters zoos for the same or better pricing especially for going on a weekday and getting tickets online to save.

So awesome! Definitely the best zoo we’ve been to in Florida thus far. Being New Yorkers, we visit Jupiter and Singer Island a couple times a year. We’re always up for new adventures that aren’t too far away. This was an excellent zoo! We had a blast :)

A great Zoo, easy to get too, plenty of great animals to see, and enough walking but not where you will be dead tired after seeing the full experience. Water area, play area, and carousel for kids as well. Cool experiences available too. We fed the lorikeets and had a lot of fun. An annual pass is worth the cost if you go at least twice

This was my very first time bringing my 2 kids to the Palm Beach Zoo. The weather was not great but it was not pouring rain luckily. We were able to see most of the animals and the kids were free admission, I have a 6 year old and 7 month old. We went on a Saturday around 11ish we got there and left around 2:00 p.m. Even though it was raining off and on, we still had a nice time and the kids enjoyed it. They had a carousel ride, nice gift shop, and splash pad for the kids. I would love to definitely go again I only paid admission for myself for one adult which was about $27 and they had a promotion for kids to get in free from June 1st to July 31st. I highly recommend this place and I would definitely love to go again!

Had a good time here. Bring your snacks! Water was $6 for a 12oz. Fairly clean. Activities for the kids. A push available for pay for the little ones. The pathway was easy to maneuver. The water spray park was hood for the kids to cool off.There are bears, jaguars, alligators, turtles, flamingos. No giraffes or elephants or rhinos. But the kids had a good time.We were grateful for the kid free with paying adults.

Such a great day!! Didn’t know what to expect heading in and ended up spending hours there! Lots of unique animals like anteaters and capybara and koala. We lucked out seeing lots of activity too. Spur of the moment ended up doing the Tortoise Encounter!! Lots of time petting, learning and taking “shellfies”Appreciated the military discount too!

I grew up at a time when theme parks did not exist in Florida. Mom took us to many attractions on our summer vacations and school days off. I loved going to Miami Seaquarium, Crandon Park Zoo, Monkey Jungle, Parrot Jungle, Pirates World and many other popular attractions around the state at the time. I learned about many species of wildlife from these trips and grew up to respect the role they played in our fragile ecosystem. I visited Palm Beach Zoo when it was named Dreher Park Zoo back in the day. I took my son there many times. It was easy to get to off I95, reasonably priced, clean and had many wonderful, well maintained exhibits. I walked in with my son, daughter in law and 20 month old grandson hoping to enjoy the same experience. We went on an overcast Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m., the park closed at 5, plenty of time to see everything and not too hot or crowded. I pre purchased the tickets online: 2 adults and 1 senior came to $106.85. My grandson was 'free'. Wow! Sticker shock but somewhat expected given the economy. We checked in and it was a very easy process. We rented a safari wagon for our little one. It was a reasonable $3 but they didn't accept cash. We had to use a credit card to pay. A large splash pad is located at the entrance and many children were enjoying this water feature. We didn't have a change of clothes and/or towels for our waterbug and he was quite upset he couldn't frolic with them so we rolled quickly past to begin the zoo journey. (I did wonder if the recycled water shooting up in their innocent little faces was chlorinated. It looked like a superspreader event with many bulging diapers.) As we worked our way through each area, I noted many of the animal exhibits I remembered from back when were gone. The few animals they had looked cared for and healthy but the overall vibe was depressing. I saw only a few zoo staff members who looked busy but did not interact with the customers. Note: different animal encounters are available but you are charged extra $$$ and participants age is limited. We went to the lorikeet exhibit. They sold small cups of nectar ($2 for 1, $5 for 3) but when we got there they were feeding them big bowls of it. They warned us the birds wouldn't come to us and to save our $$. It was around 4 p.m. They were right. The birds could care less if we were holding their nectar treat. The carousel was nice and again, credit or debit card only. No cash is accepted in the park. We gradually made our way out. I left with new memories but also a greater appreciation of what we were so fortunate to have had experienced in better times.

This is our 2nd year of membership. We love this zoo. It has a nice assortment of animals and offers fun interactive packages with some of the more popular animals. There is plenty of tree cover so even in the middle of the summer, it's never too hot. All the employees and volunteers are always pleasant and willing to share each animals special story. It's a great family activity or simply a nice place to take a walk.

I come from a state that has a free zoo so I was totally surprised at the cost. $148.00 for 4 adults. Still, I give it a four-star because it's very well set up for viewing a wide range of animals in natural settings. They also had areas for children to play and use some energy. One thing to consider is parking...you may want to arrive early in the day as it does get quite full.

This is a beautiful zoo and the animals are well taken care of. It's now a $35 entrance but I'd rather pay more to ensure the animals are well cared for. Tried to get to the zoo on a cool day and you will see the animals active. I had an amazing visit on January 22nd.

Had a lot of fun, hadn't been her in like 10 years, it's now really nice and well kept. The sloth had just had a baby an we were able to see it get fed. I think the zoo has gotten a lot better that the last time I was here. Will definitely come back.

Finally made it to the Palm Beach Zoo! Had a truly fantastic time, saw all kinds of great animals, even my first koala bear! Be sure to sign up early for the koala experience they offer as it sells out every day its offered. Looking forward to going back soon!

This zoo is well maintained and clean! We got to see a lot of animals, even though some were taking their daily naps. They offer a bird feeding experience and lots of other interactions with certain animals (we didn't sign up for any since we came later in the day, and most of them were booked). Definitely buy your tickets ahead since it saves you a few extra bucks and helps you get in quicker! Would definitely come here again!

Great zoo! My favorite animal was the eagle. Sometimes they have special events. When I visited I got to see a new born sloth. Got to see the tiger and the puma. However, I wish they had a lion. Overall , the zoo was a great activity for me and my family.

Great way to pass the days, be sure to take a water and change of clothes for your littles to play in the fountain! We didn’t pay for any extra interactive activities and still enjoyed ourselves, cafe and gift shops available and strollers friendly. Animals aren’t always super active so sometimes you’re just watching animals lay around but still enjoyable.

Really disappointed in the zoo for Palm Beach County. It needs intense investment to improve the grounds, the cleaning conditions, the bathrooms, the level of service, and the areas for the animals. You can’t even compare it to other zoos around the country (some of which are less expensive and even free of charge). We won’t be back. Sorry

Very nice place to take the family very clean bathrooms and drinks for a little expensive but yeah what do you expect from the zoo that has to cover the animals feed and stuff overall it was a great place to go and take the kids if you have kids.

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1301 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33405, USA

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Fun street to explore. Lots of free galleries and metered parking available. Really enjoyed the shops, streets and galleries

Worth Avenue in Palm Beach is an absolute delight and a must-visit for anyone who appreciates luxury, elegance, and a unique shopping experience. This iconic street exudes charm and sophistication, with its beautifully maintained Mediterranean-style architecture and lushly landscaped courtyards and vias.The shopping experience on Worth Avenue is unparalleled. It's home to a fantastic array of high-end boutiques, designer stores, and exclusive shops that offer everything from haute couture fashion to exquisite jewelry and fine art. Browsing through these elegant stores, I was impressed by the quality of the merchandise and the impeccable service. The shopkeepers and staff were knowledgeable and attentive, making every part of my shopping experience enjoyable.Beyond shopping, Worth Avenue also offers a great selection of fine dining restaurants and cozy cafes. Each culinary destination provided a delightful experience, from gourmet dishes to casual bites, all in a charming and inviting atmosphere.What's truly remarkable about Worth Avenue is the sense of history and culture that permeates the area. Walking down the avenue, I was captivated by the historical landmarks and the fascinating stories behind some of these buildings.In conclusion, Worth Avenue is not just a shopping street; it's a destination that offers a blend of luxury, history, and beauty. Whether you're there to shop, dine, or simply take a leisurely stroll, it's an experience that epitomizes the elegance and charm of Palm Beach.

It’s 5 o’clock somewhere on the coast of somewhere beautiful

This is the best place to window shop with your date. My wife and I loved visiting, looking through the amazing shops, walking on the clean and beautifully designed streets and side garden areas, and heading to the lookout over the beach.I highly recommend going here.

Catch the sunrise at the clock tower as you look out to the serene beach and blue waters at the beginning of this world class, refined, couture outdoor strip of luxury boutiques, dining, and little alleys that transport you to Europe without ever leaving the states. Make sure to give yourself a leisurely block of time to stroll this magnificent avenue.

Great place to take guests from out of town.

Strolled the area with my friend and dog before the stores opened on a Saturday morning and it was beautiful. The street ends at the water where you can lay or walk on the sand and watch surfers. The shops are very ritzy and expensive. The street is very clean. Lots of cute shops in little coves.

Like Madison Avenue in New York or Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, Worth Ave is one of the great high-end shopping streets in the entire United States. Aside from the fabulous restaurants as well, the street has quite a few alley ways with lots of little mom and pop shops tucked into them. To top it off, at one end of the street, you have the ocean and at the other end a bay! This area is a must visit while staying in Palm Beach.

Cleaning sideways and curbs keeping it clean!! We take pride in our work!

It was really fun to sightseeing and shopping. You can free park for 2 hours . There are many restaurants and street shops and brands

Very nice place

Visiting west palm beach, worth avenue is a must see. Lots of galleries, shops, and restaurants.Enjoying this area is guaranteed.

The most high end street in Florida, lots of branded stores, few restaurants and a display of fancy cars. Nice to walk around and have a nice coffee with the richest people of Florida. Clean and safe place,it's a must to go.

One of the most amazing places ! The whole island of palm beach is another world!

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Palm Beach, FL 33480, USA

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What a Lovely place! This place is wheel chair accessible and super pretty. They have loads of water features and the pathways to feel fully present and take in the scene. A light feature/ fake tree next to the main event space and loads of monthly events to plan for in the Square. Totally Worth a drive.

This place is an entire vibe. Tried the vegan ice cream and enjoyed the beautiful tree with the changing lights. So many shops and people are bustling about in a very relaxed atmosphere. Wished we had more time to take it all in.

Went here today for the Arts Festival and really enjoyed it, primarily because it was outdoors with sun and much cooler temperatures today. Lots of artists and some beautiful artwork. Bought a French Bulldog statue that I couldn’t pass up. Considering some other art as well. This is a beautiful shopping area with different activities aside from just shopping; and restaurants are in abundance. Beautiful fountain in the center of the Plaza. Parking was expensive!

Beautiful place even just to walk around. Plenty of public parking for a fair price, they even have valet parking if you dont want to spend time looking around. Super clean with some nice store and restaurant option. Really well maintained and easy to navigate.

Beautiful place with amazing luxurious boutiques, among restaurants. Walking around was great.There is a beautiful fountain where you can sit around and take a break from your shopping. While doing so, try there 'to die for' ice cream made with cashews and coconut milk.

What a wonderful place. Regardless of the time of day, this place is simply enchanting. The glowing tree is spectacular, and all the choices for dining are stellar. I personally love El Caminos and those nachos! Great for people of all ages.

Very clean and beautiful shopping area.You can definitely spend a good deal of time here. Hotels are close and there are plenty of dining options. There are a few really nice apartments here for rent as well. I definitely will come check this out again in the future.

Wow! Let’s first complement the gardening in this area. I know they have to spend millions of dollars just in the landscaping alone. It is absolutely gorgeous! All of the areas are super classy and well-kept. The vibe is so amazing. It definitely gives me cantina vibes more on the cultured experience. All of the beautiful variety of plants and flowers as well as the artwork on all of the streets and walls are beyond beautiful! What a day. You could literally walk the circle go to lunch go shopping and spend an entire day here! I know I did!

More than the shopping and restaurants, Rosemary Square is simply a good place to walk around. The palm tree-lined promenade, shady archways, and cool fountains are bustling with people at all times of the day. It is also convenient to visit, with easy paid parking available at the nearby Hibiscus Garage. Highly recommend when you’re in downtown West Palm Beach!

Was a serene moonlit night. The weather was amazing, and the Square had such great ambiance. So much better than in the past. Love the new look and feel.

Great place to hang out as couple, friends or family with kids.The primary feature is the beautiful fountain in the square where the kids spend hours having fun playing with water while parents can enjoy a delicious meal at one of the many restaurants there.They also have some shows for kids and live band on weekends.(Check the monthly schedule on their website or at the square for more information).Not only this place is outstanding, the area around is fantastic as well.Buildings are colorfully painted with greenery walls adding on the beauty of this place.

It was nice. Their Cheesecake Factory is better than our up here. They have an LED tree that changes color.

Nice space with stores, restaurants and entertainment. It’s an amazing place to visit with family and friends. Great pictures are always taken!

It’s a shopping and dining district encompassed in a square region of bustling West Palm Beach downtown; thus the name The Square was born, I assume.It’s vibrant and full of youth. Seems to be safe and most shops and restaurants are elegant. But there are Starbucks and H&M to satiate people with not so deep pocket. Parking situation isn’t horrible.But I would not go out of my way to visit this place. If I happen to be near The Square during my visit to West Palm Beach, then visiting this place definitely makes sense.

I love coming here to people watch and grab a bite or a drink with friends. It’s such a beautiful space for the entire community and the plants all around make the space very zen. The city is also doing a great job maintaining it, thank you.

I love The Square, The Wall, Uptown... All of Clematis. There's a great selection of restaurants and shops, and the atmosphere is amazing. Family friendly, dog friendly, yet still a great place to have a few drinks, dance, and let loose.

A fun place to go for all ages. Daylight is better for children and nighttime for adults. The one big artificial tree has LED leaves. The changing colors are mesmerizing.

I'm really not sure how to rate this. I think this place used to be called city place and it had a lot of beautiful upscaled stores and not as many restaurants as it does now. All of the stores that I liked are gone. And it's just walt wall restaurants and destruction. I am very unhappy with this change nor will I ever be going back.

Very elegant. Great service, great food, GREAT VIEWS!!! My friend treated me to lunch and I LOVED it!!!

The place is really nice. You can find the wishing tree, music, many places to go and eat and a very friendly environment.

Beautifully landscaped and great for a nice walk. Lots of great restaurants but not too many stores to look at. $10 for parking about 2 hours is a bit high we thought.

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700 S Rosemary Ave Suite 200, West Palm Beach, FL 33401, USA

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So happy we made a stop here while we were in town!This house and the grounds are gorgeous. We did the self guided audio tour using the provided audio tour wands and they were exactly what we were hoping for.Each room offers unlimited things to look at in amazement and also learn plenty of historical key moments that helped shaped early America and South Florida.The ticket prices are priced exactly what they should be. I’ve seen some other reviews calling the ticket prices steep. I couldn’t disagree more with this statement.Expect to spend at least two hours.

A beautiful museum filled with a story to tell. It is kept mostly the same as Mr.Flagler left it when he died. Beautiful art and instalation can be seen all around the house. The house is a 2-story house and looks more like a mansion on the water. On our tour, we got an amazing guide that explained all the stories so well that I was in total owe how much I learned from such an amazing day. I would definitely recommend coming to this place and exercising the beauty of the mansion in person. Below, I am sending some pictures from our tour. My favorite one is the godfather clock with Father Time.

Beautiful property. We spoke to the women in the gift shop for a while. They were knowledgeable and friendly. The quality of items throughout the museum, whether it be carpet, paintings, chandeliers, or furniture, are top notch. Well worth the entrance fee.

This place is top notch! Do your research about the Flagler's before you come to fully appreciate their legacy in the Gilded Age. There is a small history room in the mansion, but that area was packed! Otherwise, we loved the home. It was $18, including a headset. It's grandeur is out of this world!!!

A really stunning museum. The details in this house are truly overwhelming. There is also an audio tour to go with it. The mansion is on the water and the view from his house is beautiful. In the glass building/ conservatory there also one of his train cars. Definitely check this place out. A level of opulence that one very rarely sees.

Architecture inside and outside, friendly staff, setup, gardens and its views is to step into an Era and take a peak into history of affluence.The locomotive carriage gives us a peak into bygone days of luxury, elegance and comfort.The gift store also is neat to visit with unique quality gift ideas.Thanking the director for the hospitality towards myself and my friend so we could see the locomotive which we had missed on an earlier visit due to a musical show, held on their premises.Honorable act from the staff.

Very beautiful mansion which worth a stop. The parking is free but the entrance fee is $26 per adult which includes an audio book which has a lot of good information about the house. We especially liked the entryway and the ballroom. Theres also great views from the back of the house and an event space with some amazing windows with pretty neat train car you can go in.

A real Florida treasure. The grounds and estate are beautiful. Well worth the cost. Our tour included a free audio guide.

This was our first visit. At first we were skeptical due to the high admission fee - $26 is a lot to visit a mansion (it’s much more than we pay in Europe for similar experiences). But the house is absolutely stunning. We attended the complimentary guided tour and our guide Ed did an amazing job. He presented the interesting facts very well, seemed to be very knowledgeable and had an answer to every question. He also was quite entertaining and easily to understand - if you are a non-native like myself, you know what I’m talking about.The bonus exhibition about the Wild West was also super interesting and I learned a lot today.

The first time there, I definitely will go again to see the artwork. The craftmenship of the ceilings and the advanced technology they use to make beautiful masterpieces.

A must see !Suggest have the tour with Ed Lamont very knowledgeable and entertaining.. Flagler was a very important man for Florida..Thank goodness for Granddaughter Jean William's to keep it from being Demolished. It will be here for years to come..Yesterday was special..It was the anniversary of his death " A celebration of Life" May 20 1913@10:00am

A must visit you feel like you are in Europe. Absolutely stunning. Make sure you do the FREE tour so worth the explanation. I will be back for when they decorate for the holidays.

Beautiful place with lots of interesting Florida history! Highly recommend taking the decent-led tour. Make sure you take time to sit in the coconut grove and relax - so quiet and peaceful. Wonderful place to visit!

Beautiful museum with lots of rooms to explore. Very cool to explore the history of the gilded age through this house! Seeing Flagler’s personal train car was also very cool! Admission is pretty expensive with no student/other discounts so that is the only downside.

A beautiful museum inside and out. The self guided audio tour (which is included in admission) really enhances the experience and allows visitors to double click into aspects of gilded age and South Florida history based on your interests - I loved hearing more about social customs of the time. Some might enjoy the detail on specific antiques and art in each room. The grounds are also lovely, and I noticed they do a high tea - will definitely be back for that!

A Journey Back in Time: The Henry Flagler Museum ExperienceThe Henry Flagler Museum, a portal to the past, did not disappoint. The museum, a testament to Flagler's vision, stood majestically, inviting us to explore its riches. Our tour guide was the highlight of our visit. Knowledgeable and entertaining, they brought history to life with stories and facts that captivated us all. If you're looking for an experience that combines historical immersion with stunning views, look no further than the Henry Flagler Museum. It's more than just a museum; it's a journey through time.

This is an outstanding historical venue! The Flagler Museum is a great way to learn about Henry Flagler, founder of Standard Oil, and the man who pretty much built Florida. Time period is the Gilded Age (1870's to 1890's) when economic growth, industrialization, and immigration were at all time highs. This is the time when electricity was ramping up as well.Admission includes a nifty, hand-held audio tour-wand device that describes most things in the house. You can also download the presentation to your phone and play through your ear buds. You can also sign up for a docent-led tour.It's a great story! I highly recommend that you do the self-guided tour and give yourself time to soak it all in!

Loved this museum with all of the amazing artwork and sculptures! I also really enjoyed looking at all of the glasses and place settings. They were very unique and varied. The staff was very friendly and the audio guide was great.

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1 Whitehall Way, Palm Beach, FL 33480, USA

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It was a Wonderful Experience, we had lots of close animal encounters and it was an amazing experience. We need to drive through in our car and follow a route and it's divided based on different geographical areas. The audio tour is quite helpful and informative. The park is very well maintained and the staff is very helpful and courteous. We spent close to 2.5 to 3 hrs, but we couldn't enjoy the water park, so plan at least for 5-6 hrs so the whole park + water rides can be enjoyed. There is also a giraffe feeding experience and children would definitely love it. I would definitely recommend it. Please like my review if you find it helpful.

This was a great visit to drive through the safari park love seeing all the animals it was amazing experience! Will definitely come back again. & also the park was really nice to walk around and see different things.

We went with the entire family and there was something for everyone to do and see. The exhibits/animals were fantastic. We brought our own lunch and there was plenty of seating. A bit pricey overall. We recommend printing your tickets ahead because the entrance scanner does not work well on mobile ticket barcodes.

Awesome place! My wife was here in 1969 and she was like a kid again. Obviously there are more animals and activities now. Friendly and helpful staff. Well kept, clean, and the staff is very attentive towards the animals and visitors. We stayed at the KOA RV park which was also awesome. Overall it was a great time and place. I will definitely return.

We had such a great time and we are excited to go back again! We did the drive through Safari and the kids loved it! Then we went to the water park and they really enjoyed it too! The parking was easy and the park was so safe, clean and organized. I went alone with two young children and it was stress free. The best time.

This place has really declined over the years. I was so excited to take family from out of town here after spending years when my kids were younger, coming repeatedly to drive through the park, enjoy feeding the giraffes, plus the water park and mini zoo park. I don’t know what happened but other than elk, like animals, they have significantly fewer main draw animals (and we were following the truck that was feeding them so we had the best opportunity to see animals up close). For example, they no longer have elephants and they used to. There used to be so many rhinoceros, and now there are only a few, Ive got to give credit to Lion Country Safari for clearly sharing information that the water slides & certain other areas are currently under construction. However, almost the entire zoo and play area should be under renovation. Much of it hasn’t been touched for at least 10 years and it shows. It has noticeably aged and worn seating areas, play areas, restaurants, and dining options. I respect it must cost quite a lot to take care of exotic animals however, I don’t think it’s worth the ticket price. I’ve spoken to several people since our trip last weekend. The consensus is unanimous that pretty much everyone who is a local feels this place is currently lacking. Hopefully they get donors or other funds to turn it around.

No#1 attraction in Florida. Online ticket booking was easy. It takes close to 75 to 90 minutes to compete the Safari drive. A lot of animals can be seen walking closely and the kids loved the experience. The Walk through Safari and the Kids rides were excellent. A must visit place for kids and families.

When we first did our research, it mentioned that is 55 acres park. But in reality, most of the safari part is self drive, makes it super relaxing to go on your own pace. Animals are easy spot and used to cars. We did have an ostrich trying to attack our side mirror. Lots of animals brought here and trying to give them best environment. But it’s still fence in. The adventure park portion is not as exciting. Old rides that really has nothing to do with animals, and some feeding area and petting zoo. I recommend going to safari in different time of the day so you get to see different animal activities.

This place is AMAZING!! The prices are so reasonable because this place offers so many fun activities! From an outdoor drive through safari, to the indoor zoo where you can feed the giraffes (however, to feed the giraffes is an extra $5); there are so many things you can do. This place also offers free mini golf, a small outdoor waterpark and a few little amusem*nt park rides for the kids and a petting zoo, all of which are included in the daily ticket price and doesn’t cost extra. You could spend all day here and never get bored. You can also drive through the outdoor safari as many times as you like, which is so cool because you get so close to the animals. The animals just freely roam around and some even end up getting close to your car. If you are looking for a fun filled day trip, then this is definitely the perfect place!

A very unique experience where you can drive through several exhibits to experience animals up close and personal. Plan to spend about 60-90mins and be sure to have enough gas in the car.It's mostly antelope, gazelle, etc. with chimps and lions as well. They provide an audio guide you can access via your phone, which I'd recommend as otherwise you don't really know what you're looking at.The price is a bit steep though, wish it was more affordable.

The drive-through safari was amazing. It takes about an hour to drive the whole thing. We went on a weekday, so there were only about a dozen cars at that time.After, we went through the walking park area. Paddle boats, carousel and attractions for kids. We didn't visit the splash park, but there is a lot to experience. Feeding the giraffes was a unique experience.I definitely recommend making the trip!

Our second time visiting. First time was 10 years before. Was everything that we remembered. Had a great time. Picked the perfect day, as it was cloudy and a bit cool so even the lions were out and active. Was able to get many great photos. Almost seemed like all of the animals were trained to pose for us.

We camped at the KOA Lion Country Campground in West Palm Beach which is literally right next to the safari. You can get a discount on your safari tickets if you are camping. The price wasn't too much and we could enter the park all day. We went early, 9:30 am when they opened and saw the animals eating their morning meals. Definitely more vehicles at that time. We drove through and it took about an hour, with the slow speed and stopping often to observe the animals. It was very enjoyable and kids would love it! (We couldn't bring our pups 😔) After the drive thru we entered the actual park. Inside, it has more of a zoo atmosphere with exhibits and animal shows. Food and drinks are available. We purchased a large pretzel for a snack and it was good. Can't remember if it was $5 or $10...leaning towards $10. Later, we returned to drive through again. We timed it for closing and ended up being the last and ONLY vehicle in the Safari. 😂 We were "stalked" by the workers waiting to put the animals away and close the gates.of each section. Which they did IMMEDIATELY AFTER we drove out of each section!!😂😂 It was not our intention to hold them up, but we sure got that feeling. We entered at 4:20 and exited at 5:30 which is their closing time, so it was all good. 👍🏻 The afternoon drive thru was the absolute best time to go!! We got to see a lot of the animals up close as they were prowling at the gates waiting to be put up/fed. All in all, a great place to visit.

Small park which can be easily completed in 2-3 hours total. The park is separated into two areas. First, the drive through safari was nice with 30 species of large animals. The drive is in the comfort of your own air-conditioned car at your own pace with two lanes offered. Second, the walk through park is nicely landscaped however several of the displays were empty and all animal feeding stations had been removed (May 2022). There is a childrens area in the back of the park which has a splash fountain. Some small rides like a carousel, paddle boats and slides. Most disappointing were the food and eating options all of which were extremely overpriced and poorly serviced. Bring your own drinks and let the kids wear their swim suits. Nice afternoon.

I read the bad and good reviews carefully before coming. Here is my objective opinion about my visit:1.- There is a dedicated area for picnic2.- Restrooms are super clean.3.- Theme and souvenir stores have average prices. In fact, much better than other parks.4.- Yes, the lions can be seen through a fence, and it is safer that way. People with kids will consider that policy the most intelligent one, provided that lions and other animals are savage and will act according to instincts.5.- By the time of my visit, I had the opportunity to see several animals being fed by the crew members. There are no animals showing signs of malnutrition. This is one of those Zoos that has animals in excellent shape!6.- Rhinos instead are free, however, at least five Pick Up Trucks from the park were moving strategically so the rhinos would not represent a threat for visitors.7.- All areas are very clean. Either the drive or the walk-through are well kept, even the entire road is free from stools.8.- Staffing personnel are very kind and knowledgeable.It's worth the trip

I have been going here since I was a child. I live in New York but often visit Florida to see family, and this is a place we always go to. It is great for all ages. Each time you go, it is a new experience. Sometimes you will have an ostrich pecking at your car window; other times, you will have a rhino walking in the road and stopping traffic. It is truly a magical experience. Knowing that the animals are well taken care of and seem happy and healthy is awesome. The walk-through part is also super fun! Feeding the giraffes is a must. The gift shops are also affordable so that you can take home a fun souvenir. Everyone who travels in the area must visit this place at least once. Make sure you have your camera ready so you can capture videos and photos along the way!

This place is awesome, a drive thru safari then you get to go inside the park and they got more rides and more animals and water park. You can pack food and have a picnic or buy what they have , only thing was the indoor dining area was under renovation when i went . But my kid had an awesome time and so did i just watching him be so happy .

We always wanted to visit. We had a disabled person in the car so we didn’t do any of the out of car activities. We did drive through the safari twice. We were able to pull over and watch the animals as long as we wanted. The only animals you don’t see real well are the lions. This is because they are enclosed in giant chain link fences. Also they have a fairly large area to roam meaning they are not always up close to the fence. Warning signs reminding folks what to and not to do should be more prominent. Stupid us, we stopped sort of near the rhinos. They were milling around. On the way out of the rhino area the sign warns you to not stop near the rhinos. Not sure how near is near. You will need to keep your windows up so make sure your AC works well. We did one trip with some rain and another without. Both were enjoyable. If ai lived close I absolutely would have an annual pass to this park. It was delightful!

Excellent place, my children, my husband and I were delighted. The safari is very entertaining, you can see the animals up close, it is seen that they are well cared for and the audio that tells you about each animal is in English and Spanish. In addition to the safari, there are more animals that you can see already walking. There are also other attractions that are included with your ticket. The water park was a lot of fun. There are several restaurants, all the staff are very friendly and in general the place is very clean and nice. We liked it so much that we will not hesitate to buy the annual pass!

Excellent experience with a drive through Safari and optional medium-sized amusem*nt park at the end. Definitely one of the unique activities in all of Florida, if not the USA. The drive through Safari takes about one to two hours to complete (your individual time spent watching the animals is up to you, can be longer or shorter). Large variety of animals. Many of them have no problem walking up to the cars or stopping on the road. Very fun to watch. The Safari is great for kids, or older less mobile people, or both. As for the amusem*nt park, this is great for kids, generally 2yrs old to 10 yrs old. Variety of rides, food, ice cream, and more animal exposures. There is also a water park for little kids.

Such a fun experience! The animals were active and were close to the road which allowed everyone to get a good look at them. The drive through was fun for everyone and then exploring the rest of the park was equally enjoyable. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. The water park looked very fun(we didn’t go this time but will be back). The little boat tour with Charlotte was great and seeing all the other animals inside the park felt like going to the zoo. Highly recommend!

Amazing place to spend the day. Definitely the top option for families. It would be good if you download the audio for the safari before going there, the signal is not very good. Take some cash to go feed the animals, 50 cents for fish and 5 dollars for the giraffe.

This was the perfect activity for someone who is recuperating from a hospital stay or someone with limited mobility. You just stay in your car, windows rolled up, adjust the air conditioning, turn on the audio tour and enjoy the next 90 minutes! The animals were in a more natural habitat than a zoo, and there were large numbers of all of the species. With each section of the park we saw different varieties of animals and learned so much info on each breed. We could pull over at any time and pause the recording and reference the map with photos and descriptions of the animals. It was not a rushed tour. You could take as long as you liked at any part of the tour. We especially liked the zebras and giraffes. After the car tour, there was other parts of the park to explore. There were plenty of benches to rest on and maps to show you where you were. A very enjoyable day! Best part was feeding the giraffes. They sold three leaves of romaine lettuce for $5 and you could feed the giraffes from a platform where you are face to face with them. Definitely the highlight of the afternoon.

Oh. My. Goodness. I was visiting my aunt who lives in the area and she wanted to bring me here. I have been to other drive through safari places, some where you can feed the animals, some where you can not feed the animals. This falls into the category where you can not feed the animals, which I like because the animals stayed away from your car. And they had lions! And rhinoceroses! And so many more! The drive through took a lot of time as there was so much to look at. Then you can leave. OR you can park, and do the walking tour! They are doing some renovations so be aware of that! There is a water park, but neither my aunt nor I were interested in that. There was an absolutely cute show with a few birds and a handler. It was amazing. I highly recommend for anyone in the area.

Absolutely great time! I love the fact that you can go through the safari experience, park your car go and get lunch and explore the walk through areas, petting zoo, and feeding the giraffe! (Which was a super cool experience) And then you could drive through the safari again if you want to!!! Had an overall great experience today even with it being my first time! Will be going again and again!

We really enjoyed it! It’s great that you can do the drive thru a second time if you want. Plus, there’s a large walk thru area, a petting zoo, and a water park area with slides. Our only complaint/recommendation is that you bring our own food or drinks and don’t expect to eat there. Coffee was $4.50-$8. No deals to be had on food or drinks, that’s for sure! We bought tickets online and saved about $20 on 2 adults and 1 child vs the gate rate.

Great fun for the kids. I worried that the cost wouldn’t be worth it, but we made a day of it! 6 kids and 4 adults was about $300 for admission and $150 for lunch. This seems on par with most Florida theme parks, so the value isn’t outstanding but it is average and the setting is unique. Rhinos, giraffes, and ostriches were favorites! And the water park was a great ending

Went with my parents just before they closed the doors and we loved cruising around! The audio guide was really cool as well. Got some awesome photos too!Why did the zebra cross the road? I don’t know and I think he forgot too because he stood there for 10 minutes 😂

It exceeded my expectations, very organized and fun for kids. We took our tidier who had a lot of fun. Take your bathing suit as waterpark is fun for little ones and adults can join in. Giraffe feeding experience was great too!

We visited on a regular Sunday morning and no that crowded/busy. The drive through experience was amazing. The walk through was also a good experience from feeding/petting and water park. If you are visiting with family and kids, I would recommend for before hand planning for food, clothes and drinks.

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4.5

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2003 Lion Country Safari Rd, Loxahatchee, FL 33470, USA

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We had the best time! Jeremy was our guide and he made the tour so much fun and educational! My three boys LOVED being able to learn about the animals at the sanctuary and interact with them! We can tell that Jeremy sincerely loves and cares about the animals there. The enclosures were clean and the animals appeared well taken care of- which made us happy. I appreciate the sanctuary takes in the animals that their owners abandon, and their efforts to educate people to be more responsible when choosing to have exotic pets, and about finding a way to coexist with wildlife in harmony. Human is the number one cause of extinction of many species, and we need more places like this sanctuary to remind people of the importance of conservation.We would definitely come back when we visit the area again!

I would highly recommend visiting McCarthys Wildlife Sanctuary during your stay in south Florida! The staff were very knowledgeable and amazing, it’s easy to get to and the grounds were clean and beautiful. Not to mention, the animals seemed very happy and enjoyed us visiting!

My husband and I came here to see all the animals! Jeremy took us on a great tour and genuinely cares about the animals and provided the group with great facts about the individual animals and their species. I would definitely recommend coming here, rather than other places that have wild animals as this place rescues and rehabilitates animals and does what is in the best interest for the animals!

Great sanctuary! Things were well organized, plenty of parking just outside the main gate. Our guide was well informed about the different animals, and there was even a chance to get up close and personal in the reptile house. There are restrooms, and a gift shop on site.

It is a hidden gem, being so close to the big cats was so surreal. Our guide Bianca was very informative. We enjoyed her company very much. They had a lot of snakes, almost every snake 🐍 including rattle snakes and venomous snakes.Turtles, tarantula and other animals which were all saved in some way. That's why it is good to visit it to help pay for the rescued animals.

Very clean and healthy looking animals! organized and kind workers. It was a fun experience and I would recommend checking this place out if you want a little more personal settingSigned up for the tour on Friday. They have restrooms here but if you need to go during a tour you'll be escorted back. You stuck together as a group and are not allowed to wander off alone. Looks to have plenty of parking outside the premise. once inside, they have tables to sit underneath the shade as well as water bottles to buyYou're allowed to touch the animals and handle them at your own risk as stated by the signA very cool place that takes care of the animals here

This Wildlife Sanctuary is amazing!! Our tour guide, Bianca, was the best. She was very friendly and informative. I would definitely return.

The staff is extremely friendly and knowledgeable, and you can tell that the animals are very well taken care of. Super informative and fun experience, regardless of age. One of my top must-see places every time I'm in West Palm Beach.

Amazing wildlife refuge. Had such a great time on the tour with Alexis as our tour guide. Very friendly and informative. You get to learn not only about the animals but their individual backstories and how they arrived there. Such a great place. I can't wait till my son turns 5 next you so I can bring him as well. Did I mention they let you hold some of the animals. Super cool experience for a family or a date.

Had the best time here!! Staff was so knowledgeable and the animals looked very well taken care of. It was such a great experience and would definitely recommend! Great for kids as well.

Found this little suburban sanctuary on Tripadvisor and it did not disappoint. Tours are only available by calling them direct and only a few days a week at limited times. If you like small group tours, this is for you. The animals are very well cared for, even spoiled and I’m glad they have a place like this they can call home. Definitely a must see in the West Palm Beach area.

Paw-some! Very informative. Although they have short hours, this is for the benefit of the animals. Members of our party held several different animals, like a kinkajou, turtles, snakes and spiders. This was the closest I ever stood near large cats, lions, jaguar, panther, etc. they also have a liger that I did not know existed.

Great experience seeing the animals, including a number of big cats. It's not setup like a traditional zoo, so your tour is just a handful of people and you can get very close to the enclosures which makes for excellent photos. Proceeds from tour go to helping care for the animals so it's a great cause as well. They also engage in animal rehabilitation. Highly recommend.

Amazing tour of the facilities. Super clean, fantastic animal encounter. Friendly host/guide. Definitely a must visit place. I will be back again.

We took our kid as a birthday gift from family members. We absolutely LOVE IT! Bianca was our tour guide. She was AMAZING! The whole family will enjoy this experience. You learn so much and will see animals that otherwise, you would probably never encounter(like a liger). The stories behind every animal are also so incredible. Bianca is very knowledgeable and kept the visit very fun for all the kids. We got to held and touch different animals.We've been living in the Palm Beach area for years and we didn't know about this place. I'm happy we got to see it. I highly recommend it!

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5.0

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12943 61st St N, West Palm Beach, FL 33412, USA

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Such a beautiful spot! Perfect place to go swimming, exploring, kayaking, or fishing. Lots of picnic tables to have a cute picnic. Stunning views. Definitely recommend visiting!Side Note:Dogs are allowed on the walking paths but not the beaches.

Went here to relax and enjoy a day off and I liked it. Chilled, family friendly and no noise. Sand has lots of shells and water has small waves. No pets allowed.

Fantastic beach for the kids. Super impressed with this city park.When the tide goes out, it's so shallow you can walk out almost to the bridge.Bathrooms. Playground. Picnic tables. Lifeguard in the summer busy times.Cross the bridge to explore me, or go to the old museum house.Bring your own kayak and go up the mangrove creek.

This park was beautiful. I had heard about it for a long time and finally got around to visiting it. It was perfect for the kids. It's a lagoon so it is protected and shallow. The water is clear and pristine. We were all very impressed by this place. Has multiple bathrooms throughout the park and showers. There are tables and BBQs scattered throughout the park as well.

What a great place for families with small children. The water is calm and shallow and clear. There are many places to park and places to grill out as well. Hard to find parking spots at busy times though. Located near the DuBois house that you can take tours of in the middle of the day on Wed and Thursdays. Also you can see the Jupiter lighthouse from the park. So much fun!!

1. Parking was free and plenty, which is unheard of in South Florida. I had to check if I was not imagining it.2. The shallow swim/snorkel area for kids is amazing. Adults are welcome as well. Nice way to cool off and spend an afternoon.3. The inlet is beautiful for a stroll or boat watching.4. The beach itself is not that great, but overall the park is worth the visit.

Peaceful, tranquil, absolutely beautiful! This is the best beach so far that I've visited since moving here. And did I say shade! Yes, there are trees surrounding the water. And as I'm sitting watching the water, what comes swimming by? I said sting ray and was corrected it was a manta ray. When I walked over to the beach where people were fishing, right there in the water was a manatee. This is by far my favorite spot!

Our favorite inlet! Perfect to take the kids (young and old). We hosted two birthday parties here. Or just an all day affair. Parking Is horrible during summer and holidays. But worth it if you can get there early and secure good spots. ( keeps it from getting too crowded)

Great for kayaking, new pirate ship playground, free parking,history, located in the mangroves of Jupiter inlet♥️🧜

Perfect to fish and then cook those fishes on the grills at the park 😅. Beach is quiet and clean.

This is my new favorite spot!! Beautiful place to spend the day. The water is crystal clear. There are 2 beaches within the park! Both u can walk for miles! The sand is clean and soft! And if ur into it tons of beautiful seashells! I saw people finishing there. There’s a beautiful light house also. Grills and tons of tables everywhere. This park has endless things to look at and do. My favorite thing is that there is free parking 🅿️!! I’ve been there twice already, once during the week and once this past weekend and omg what a difference!! My suggestion is never go on the weekends it was ridiculously crowded, and Parking was a pain. But the weekday was empty and peaceful. Either way I loved it and it is worth checking out 😊

This park is wonderful for families with younger children to play in the water. There is a playground and plenty of sand to build castles. They have restrooms on site too. It is very crowded on the weekends and when school is out. We love this beach.

A great park to spend the day for some great water activities. The pirate ship playground was still not available on our most recent visit but there is so much to do with the littles it’s really just bonus play. Suggest getting there before 10 am on the weekends to grab one of the coveted picnic tables and before 11 for a parking spot. Likely earlier for holiday weekends if you are brave. Water is great as it is protected from the wake and surf of the inlet so it’s a great spot to lounge or spend the day with your kids. We love this park.

Great beach for kids. The water is not deep and there are no stones in the water. My 2 years son had a blast. We came here every day of our vacation. There is a changing room, also picnic tables and a barbecue area. Great place for a walk also.

This place is so cool , safe for the whole family, bring your food grab a grill or bring your own and get cooking. Soak up the sun ,chat, dance or just have a splash around it's a very chilled atmosphere.We don't have anything like this in the UK and have been here so many times over the last 20 years making memories is great.

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4.5

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19075 Dubois Rd, Jupiter, FL 33477, USA

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This park is absolutely beautiful and very well kept.The banyan tree is breathtaking!The trails and pier is new with beautiful views.We went into the lighthouse. We are here in February. It is 80° today. We waited about 25 minutes to go up. Not bad at all!There are over 100 steep steps going up with landings for resting. There are also 30+ steps to get to the lighthouse itself so be aware of your ability before you pay the money.The staff is knowledgeable and polite.Definitely recommend!

We loved the Wednesday sunset tour. Our guide was so entertaining and knowledgeable. We loved climbing the circular stairwell to the top. The property is gorgeous!

What a great experience! I've always wanted to go up a lighthouse and finally got to do it here. The history behind the tower and land was very interesting. The views at the top were beautiful. This place is definitely a place you want to visit. I do advise if you are handicapped, have bad knees or ankles or weak legs, you will not be able to make it to the top. It has 105 steps to the top of the ladder plus an additional 30-40 steps to the base of the tower. Parking was free. Restrooms on site. It was hot today so bring drinks because all they sell is water on site.

Second time visiting in 10 years and still worth the day trip!The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable and ready to help in any way they can. The attendant as we waited to go to the tower gave us a lot of fun and engaging history behind the lighthouse build out as well as the majestic trees on the property!105 stairs to the top worth the huff and puff lol as the views from the top are priceless! Very well kept grounds and a fun way to spend a Sunday!

The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum was a great experience to learn about the history of the area and for its scenic views. The lighthouse climb is accompanied by a walk through the grounds, views of the inlet, and a thorough explanation of the historical significance of the area. There is a $12 fee to enter the grounds and climb the lighthouse. The guided explanation kind of dragged on, as most were eager to just climb the lighthouse for the views. Regardless, it would be a fun experience to bring your family to the lighthouse and take in the views. I recommend this location for a fun afternoon and something "different" to do.

A great place to learn more about Florida history. Nice grounds, museum and walk. Gorgeous view at the top of the lighthouse. Interesting indoor museum. Nature within you reach ❤️

The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum is a true gem that deserves a resounding five-star rating. Stepping onto the grounds of this historic site instantly transports you to a bygone era. The lighthouse, standing tall and proud, offers panoramic views of the surrounding natural beauty, including the glistening waterways and picturesque landscapes. The museum itself is a treasure trove of fascinating exhibits and artifacts, providing a captivating glimpse into the rich maritime history of the region. The knowledgeable and passionate staff further enhance the experience, sharing intriguing stories and insights that bring the history to life. A visit to the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum is an unforgettable journey through time, filled with educational value, breathtaking views, and a deep appreciation for the maritime heritage of this remarkable area.

Had a wonderful experience. Seen some manatees from atop the lighthouse swimming along. The tour guides at the top and before entering the lighthouse gave some great information. Beautiful spot to check out if your in the area. Go early.

What a great historical place to visit. The lighthouse itself was super neat to go up and experience. Amazing views from the top. You definitely get a workout climbing up all those steps so make sure you are able to climb a 100 plus stairs. No one under 48inches is aloud to climb. The view is amazing as is the the information they tell you about it. A couple cute museums on the property that make the visit even cooler to see. Very informative staff who give an interactive explanation of how they lived back then and so much more. Would highly recommend not just for vacationers but for locals who have yet to visit it.

Been to over 20 lighthouses and this is one of my favorites! Did the tour of the grounds & museum. Tour guide was friendly and well educated and view of the lighthouse was beautiful. Super awesome tree located on the bottom of the lighthouse grounds, but didn't get any pictures.

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4.5

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500 Captain Armours Wy, Jupiter, FL 33469, USA

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Cute little place where they help local wildlife for rehabilitation. They had a small variety of animals to look at and some beautiful owls! I love how natural the exhibits looked because of the property they were on. Lots of shade which was nice on this hot day. The kids will love it here! My favorite were the deer. So cute and loving! No entrance fee but they do accept donations. I had no problem giving some cash knowing it will go to the animals. Parking was free as well. Come check them out!

5/5 for their sanctuary work. 3/5 as a tourist attraction.The old location was incredible, nestled in thick cover, with lots of animals to see and many docents to answer questions and share stories -- we spent a couple hours there last year.The new location is much more accessible for wheelchairs and strollers, though the incredibly heavy doors do not have handicap accessible push buttons to open. It would be tough for young kids and anyone seated to spot many of the animals in the outdoor habitats, and the reflective glass of the mammal rehab building was impossible to see into without lining up multiple people to create a shadow while cupping our faces to the glass. About 40% of exhibits were empty. There were no docents around and no signage explaining the animals -- you can scan a QR code if you don't mind spending your whole visit reading a phone. We got through everything in 35 minutes. We came on a February afternoon, 78 degrees and some clouds, and without any shade on the property (aside from inside the reptile building and welcome center), it was hard to escape the heat on the concrete paths. That being said, I think the visit was worth it for the adorable otters alone. We're hoping that in a couple years things will have grown/evolved enough that this will be a more inviting tourist attraction once again!

Busch Wildlife Sanctuary takes care of the rescued animals & birds till they are fit to return to their natural habitat. We have been there couple of times. Its a pleasure to visit there.

A great place to see the local wild life up and close and personal! 🦉🐻🦜They have great educational shows as well. A great place to bring the whole family for the afternoon. This is our 4th time here and we enjoy bringing people here. They have a nice gift shop and the whole place operates on donations! So don’t be a stiff! Donate! ❤️😃

A total gem of a place. My family and I enjoyed learning about the rescued wildlife. Many birds, reptiles and even a couple large cats to see. My favorite was the big bear. Very peaceful, wonderful staff. We walked around for about an hour and spent some time in the education room which is fun for adults and kids!

The sanctuary is a great place I bring kids. They are very educated on each animal and there is all kinds of species. PLUS it is a non-profit organization so it’s free, but of course, excepts donations.

This is not a zoo it's a sanctuary where they rehabilitate injured animals to hopefully be released back into the wild. It's educational a place where kids can learn about the animals. It is small but wonderful. They have a small walking path where animals are visible.This is a great place to spend an afternoon. They are run on donations. Please donate 🤗❤️

Enjoyable walk through with many animals native to Florida and other places. We'll kept and walking trails marked. No cost, but they appreciate donations. Worth your time and little effort.

Great place to enjoy FL nature and see some local species up close. Plenty of staff available for education and direction who genuinely care for the animals and were clearly passionate about wildlife rescue. Their location is moving to Jupiter Farms in Fall 2023.

We had a great time at the opening last weekend. Was very busy and I don’t think the staff were ready for that kind of turnout. That said, it’s a great small sanctuary to explore Florida wildlife up close. We will be back for sure.

Great experience. Took family (and toddler). No tickets required, just make a donation of your choice. Good variety of animals. Decent size. They provided a free educational show where they brought out several animals and taught the audience about the animals and the work that the sanctuary does. You get to walk through a variety of different outdoor environments.Only downside is if you go when it rained in the last few days, the paths can be very muddy. Can be tough to move around in a stroller if you have a toddler (made it work though).Tip: wear shoes that you don’t mind getting dirtyFun experience for the family. Would recommend.

Busch Wildlife is truly my happy place. This Sanctuary is filled with so much love, attention, and work from the staff to make a beautiful sanctuary for the animals to thrive and for people to learn and escape. From children to grandparents, Busch is a magical place for all ages to enjoy and will certainly help create core memories for the little ones. Learning about animals, how to identify them, protect them, and learn about our environment are all vital lessons that e all can learn over and over again at any age. This is one of Jupiter's greatest gems and is an absolute MUST for any resident or visitor.

Very nice place. Good to bring young kids. They do an amazing job saving animals. The entrance is free, but a donation is required. The money goes to save the animals. There is a small playground on premises.

We really liked the previous location, new one may be better for children but seemed too commercial. The work they do is what's great about this rehab facility, and you can still visit for a donation rather than a high admission cost. Still very new facility and may be better once settled.

The sanctuary I'd beautiful and the animals are well cared for. It is a fascinating space to learn about native wildlife of Florida. The main goal is to help abandoned, sick, or injured animals so they can return to nature. If they can not, they can stay at the sanctuary. Amazing!

I was met with a wonderful woman explaining what they do there. You receive a map and on your way you go. It’s very educational here. I love ❤️ it. They have a ton of animals and birds to see. Definitely I will be back.

Beautiful centre! Brand new, outdoor wildlife rehabilitation sanctuary. I saw animals that I've never seen before.Pro's: lots of parking. Lots of washrooms. Friendly greeter at entrance who explains what they are, what they do, and how they are funded. Which leads to the entrance fee: it's donation-based. Please, don't be a jerk, and donate fairly. We were 5 adults; we donated $50 but in retrospect, I feel like I should have donated more to support this centre.This centre is educational, and provides some hands-on experiences for kids (indoors). There is an amphitheater with daily events/educational talk which has shade and washrooms. There was a winding path with animals on each side, and sectioned. I felt we observed each station a lot longer than usual because there were many different species living together in their area. Kids really enjoyed the snake building. So many different species to check out.Con's: you don't know any history of the animals you're observing. You don't know if some are being rehabilitated or which ones live there, permanently. I missed the scheduled time for the amphitheater; there's only 1/day.We spent about 40 minutes there. I did notice a play scape being constructed, so that would be fun for the kids and would stretch out the visit to a 60-90min outing; perfect.We will definitely return.

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4.5

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17855 Rocky Pines Rd, Jupiter, FL 33478, USA

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We recently stayed at the River side campground at this park and were pleasantly surprised. We stayed at site #100, which I believe is one of the best sites on that side, pretty spacious and close to the restrooms, which helps since these are not full hookup sites (only water and electric). The park itself is huge with beautiful scenery and offers various activities (biking, hiking, canoeing, horseback riding). We really enjoyed riding our bicycles on the paved path and going up to the Hobe observatory to look at the sunset. The park is also located close to other popular spots in Jupiter, such as the Jupiter lighthouse and the Blowing Rocks preserve. Overall, we had a great time and definitely recommend this park.

Campsites were fabulous - full hook up in Prairie Loop, large site, and very clean. The boat tour and trapper tour was great, but a bit pricey at $30 each for a family of four for an hour and a half. Calm river waters for kayaking and fantastic visitor center with plenty of interactive exhibits. The trails are predominantly geared towards mountain bikers for obstacles though. The walking trails were short and upper platform was closed at the observation tower, so park improvements could be made for walkers/hikers. All rangers met were very friendly!

Camping grounds well maintained. Added feature of being able to hook up sewer line from RV at the campsite. Not much privacy between sites, no big trees or brush. Huge state park, looks like if you have bikes or kayaks there are plenty of trails and a waterway to paddle. Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse is just down the road, about 10 minutes away and definitely worth seeing.

Just wanted to let you know that our Girl Scout troop had a fantastic weekend at Jonathan Dickinson. We saw Otters and slept next to Sandhill Cranes and what appeared to be their nest, and a huge variety of wildlife. Massive gator tail and tracks through the campsite were a nice touch. We stayed at the Youth Primitive Campsite. Wonderful hiking trails. Absolutely beautiful and pristine country. Wildly impressed with the size and diversity there. The staff was really amazing as well. Rangers came out to check on us after a rather nasty storm. They called during the storm and then followed up in person. They ended up with hail at the ranger station and we just a massive amount of rain in a short time. All the staff and volunteers at the Education Center were really nice, took their time with the girls and managed to handle all the other traffic coming in as well. All went well. Everyone came home with a good experience and great stories and memories. That is truly a special place.

Arrived for a last minute 2 night reservation as a refuge from Bahia Honda State Park. Made the call to confirm the park was open and not closing due to a tropical storm watch. Very friendly check in by 2 park rangers. Stayed by river side camping. Our site had an issue with the 30amp, switched to 50 amp and it was resolved. No shade and no privacy but very nice to have a concrete pad so close to bath house. Many ants throughout site and bath house. Walked trails over to educational center and gift shop/kayak rental (gift shop very nice). Drove to look out tower on a very windy day.. beautiful! I would not recommend the “swimming” area with rope enclosure. Kayaked at boat launch where the nicest kayak launch was slightly hidden. Beautiful kayaking and a must do. ***NO CELL SIGNAL WITH VERIZON**** and 2 bars with AT&T

This is the best RV camping parks in America I have visited. Varied landscapes, clean and efficiently managed. Staff knowledgeable and polite. Even other campers were terrific. But you have to book as soon as possible, like other Florida sites, there are too many weekend users who take up all reservation weeks leaving those of us traveling distances out of full week possibilities. But great park.

Jonathan Dickinson State Park. A wonderful park with a variety of activities to do; ranging from hiking, kayaking, swimming, biking, or anything in between. Quite a few trails that span a great distance into the forests surrounding the area, as well as a great overlook towards the front of the park. The greatest attraction is the boat ride out to Trapper Nelson's settlement, where the rider can sightsee an amazing river along the way. Additionally, the park has a visitor center, picnic tables, and a concessions area for recreational usage. Overall, a fantastic place to spend an afternoon.

This park is absolutely huge, gas amazing camp grounds, clean bathrooms with showers, boat rides, rentals, and so much more. The staff is amazingly friendly and helpful. I was a first timer for car camping (and the wilderness in general) and this place was awesome. Each RV camp site has its own picnic table, little grill area and a power hookup. There is so much to do I will most def be coming back.

The state park itself is beautiful! There’s tons of things to do for all ages. I camped in the river section and was a little disappointed as you’re on top of each other. In my opinion this is not a good camping option for tent campers looking to get away from everything however there are a couple primitive camping sites that I will be back to try. Rangers/staff were all very friendly and helpful. Hiked up the tower for an AMAZING view (highly recommend)

This is a large park with many things to do. Camping for RVs or tents are at the end of the road by the Loxahatchee River. There are many miles of trails throughout the park. Pick up a map when you enter the park. There are a few maps of different areas showing the marked trails. There are also unmarked trails throughout the park. We walked 5 miles down at the end of the road in the Kitching Creek area. We headed both north on a wide trail (rangers drive on it) which goes for many miles and then took a few smaller nature trails to the south of the parking area down to the campground.There is a roped-off swimming area with signs that say “no lifeguards on duty” and signs that say Alligators are in the area. As nice as it looks, I think I’ll swim someplace else.There is a large mountain biking area. It has bathrooms, a bike repair station and even a wash station for after your ride. There were a bunch of cars in the parking lot and a few people getting ready to ride. It must be a great place to ride. Easy trails with little hills.I want to get back to walk on some of the different trails.

This is a great place to relax and have fun. They have a boat tour up the Loxahatchee River to Trapper Nelson's, where a Ranger can give you the history of the place. You can camp, rent canoes, kayaks and a small motor boat. They have camping cabins that have kitchens and a snack bar by the river. You can go hiking and see many types of wildlife. They also have a ranger lead hike that you can book.

The pine grove campground at Jonathan Dickinson is one the best campgrounds we have ever camped in, seriously! We were lucky enough to get a two week stay here and we loved it. Full hookups, spacious private sites, clean and beautiful bathrooms, access to miles of walking and biking trails. Sunoutdoors and all your fancy-pants $100 per night private campgrounds - eat your heart out - Jonathan Dickinson State Park has got it going on!!!The park itself is very beautiful. I particularly enjoyed experiencing the unique vegetation of this part of Florida which I had never seen before. There is an observation tower to climb for a great view of the park and the surrounding area.The park covers an area that was occupied by Camp Murphy - an army base in WW2. There is a very interesting history here and you can still see some relics of the camp scattered through the park. My husband is very interested in history and one of the park rangers took the time to explain a lot of it to him, so nice!Thanks for a great two weeks Jonathan Dickinson!!!

The most vast state park we have ever been to, hands down. An insane amount of land for endless activities and one can find and do what they love and enjoy best. Highly recommend for a day trip or to stay and enjoy what the park has to offer. Beautiful.

This place is awesome! Well maintained trails and also has plenty of hiking trails. Be warned though that there are A LOT of bycyclists here so be aware of the trails; saw a group of birders that were standing in the middle of a biking path and almost got hit by some cyclists. Small fee to enter (we paid $6) and there are campgrounds too. We came to bird and were able to see the scrub jays here.

One of the larger state parks and a gem. Beautiful long winding roads through glorious Florida nature. Trees as far as the eye can see.Husband climbed the Hobe tower for great views from the highest point in S Florida and we drove to the large picnic and concession area and enjoyed an ice cream by the river.Plenty of picnic tables and pavilions, children’s play area, kayak and bike rental and a small gift shop and food truck.There is a boat tour that leaves from the dock, which we unfortunately did not have time to enjoy.If you’re in to train spotting, the Brightline track also runs through here for great views!There are also several campgrounds and cabins for rent.A lovely escape from the s Florida traffic and only $6 for entry!

We had a great time camping here this week. There is so much to do and see. Lots of bike trails, hiking, boat tours, kayaking, geocaching, birding and wildlife viewing. We climbed the Hobe Mountain Observation Tower, took the "Trapper Nelson" Boat Tour (A MUST SEE) and hiked Kitching Creek Trail. The restrooms are very clean and the staff and volunteers are friendly and helpful!

Love this place! So wonderful to get away from it all, either for a couple of hrs. or for a couple of days. Wander through nature, clear your mind. Pure tranquility if you need it. Otherwise go on a boat ride, rent a bike, stay overnight in a cabin or on the campsite, …

Great RV camping experience! We stayed in the PG loop for 3 nights. The PG loop is pretty far from the river area if you’re walking or by bike, but otherwise it’s very clean and the campsites are spacious. The park has a lot of hiking trails - we did the green loop, it’s about 5 miles long, about half of it is sandy and a lot of hills, very tiring but great views! We also kayaked, which was a great experience, and checked out the observation tower. The park rangers were super helpful and Patrick at the concession stand was very friendly and kind. We will definitely come again!

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16450 SE Federal Hwy, Hobe Sound, FL 33455, USA

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Beach is wide with hilly beach. Sand is coarse (shells). Very clean. Sections of the beach have nice shallow waters for children so it's very popular. Also near the very end of Hutchinson Island. A rock reef off shore breaks with waves ... Very pretty.

One of my favorite beaches. When the tide is low, you can appreciate the shallow water and small pools are formed making it safer for young children. Water visibility also becomes crystal clear. Great beach to find all size shells.

A Handicap accessible beach!! YES, YOU READ THAT CORRECTLY! There’s parking with sidewalks accessible for wheelchairs. There’s an handicap accessible overlook with a pavilion and sun deck. The beach is perfect for new and casual swimmers. The reef creates a lovely pool and sandbar.

Found a late bloomer! This baby green sea turtle was struggling on the shore & I rescued him! FL FWC officer came & took it to the marine wildlife rehabilitation. Then I found this huge shell! What a wonderful beach, even on a cloudy & cold day!

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1585 SE MacArthur Blvd, Stuart, FL 34996, USA

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Great experience and even the younger kids remained engaged. Very nicely laid out and everything was maintained well. Would love to come again and spend more time checking out the rotating car display. Also, very veteran friendly with admission.

The Elliot museum is a very cool looking modern building near the beach. It has a rotating exhibit that feature local artists and photographers. It has some interesting historical information about people and places in Florida. There is a large collection of old cars, trucks, bikes, motorcycles, and an airplane. My favorite part was the old general store that is from the late 1800's.

What a gem! Right here in Stuart, FL. Interesting and educational with a friendly, professional staff! Met so many nice people there. If you like planes, trains and automobiles this is for you!

What an excellent museum! It was definitely bigger than I imagined. I drove 2 hours to come check this place out. It was worth the drive. So much history here. Great collection of automobiles. I loved everything about it. I highly recommend if you are in the area or looking for something to do.

I stopped here on the way home because Steve, out at the refuge, suggested the combo ticket. Although I think the museum focuses, foremost, on motor vehicle technology, then history, I think I like the… Well, you can see from the pictures what I like the most. I had a great time here and I will be back. Especially because there are a couple of paintings that I want to buy from the gift shop

One of the best museums on the treasure coast. You can see many many very vintage cars that are very cool and even some of the first electric cars ever made. I would suggest anybody going here just for the history of Stuart sewell's point in the surrounding areas. Class act all the way.

This is the oasis in Florida. What an amazing museum of cars and antiques. Cool stuff, great information, and lots of learning today on our journey to lunch on the beach, a good 1 to 2 hour distraction.Cars, boats, models, trains, and a couple of cool facts!

I hadn’t been here since the new building was constructed 10 years ago. The car collection is certainly a highlight, as is the system that allows you to select and bring down cars from the upper levels for a closer examination. However there are other impressive displays as well, including a wonderful selection of paintings by The Highwaymen.

Very cool museumEspecially if you like old cars.

The Elliot museum's car collection is primarily model A and T older cars, but there are several more modern cars to enjoy.The real amazing part of this collection is that nearly 50 cars are racked in an automated storage system. Each car requested for viewing is brought out of the three story racks and placed on a revolver turntable for viewing. A technological marvel worth the visit.The staff were pleasant and willing to show me many requests for specific cars.I enjoyed it immensely and recommend a visit if you are in the Stuart Florida area or passing nearby on travel.

Great museum with rich history of the Treasure Coast. Great selection of cars with a cool system to take a car off a multi-level rack to a display. Just pick the car and the device rings the car front and center and gives you a 360 view.Interesting display as this is a replica of a steam engine that was produced in my hometown in upstate New York.

Great place to learn about local history. Wonderful collection of old cars, baseball history, and artifacts from the past.

Awesome King Tut display but the rest of the museum is really something. A variety of historical items from the area and well worth the price of admission my fellow travelers.

This museum was a pleasant surprise. My family and I enjoyed it immensely. We were in town and looking for indoor activities and came across this gem. Staff is extremely friendly. The car collection is quite impressive. I loved the Everglades through pictures section.

First time here, always see it on the way home and since it’s my birthday today decided to check it out. The car collection is very nice, beautiful cars, the way they have them set up I can stay here for hours as I am a car enthusiast. The paintings are gorgeous and found out about THE HIGHWAYMEN and their art 🖼️ wonderful wonderful… I would love to come back with my son, perfect place if you want to see some very cool things.

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825 NE Ocean Blvd, Stuart, FL 34996, USA

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Such a great Place! Years ago they were tiny but just as great, now they have built and expanded so many beautiful and truly enriching experiences on the property. There is a beautiful gift shop when you walk in ( be prepared to want to shop, truly I wish I had for that in my budget it’s like a mermaid emporium) and then they have a stingray touch pool just outside that we’re you can sit and learn about them and also touch them- including toddlers which was very cool. My little 2 year old darling was so excited by them and would have jumped in if I let her ha! Next to that is an interactive young childrens area- both are outside. Then the newest attraction is a big “air conditioned” building with another interactive room with puzzles for older kids and then a nice small little museum type walk through that introduces you to our local marine ecosystems which was done really well. Again my toddler could not get enough and we spent a good hour walking through it several times over! Everyone is very nice and informative as well. Outside that is a huge estuary I guess you could say. A man made giant “ lagoon “ as it’s called there or big pond that has a huge walk around deck ( which also leads to some pretty cool wildlife trails) and in it you’ll find all sorts of big ocean life including turtles, stingrays, and even nurse sharks which was pretty cool to us!!!I explained all this so that hopefully someone reading this can see how worthwhile it is to go here! You and your kids will love it!

This is a great place to spend the day with your family. There are interactive and very informative displays throughout the grounds, with many "hands-on" exhibits for all ages. The staff is very knowledgeable and will teach you many things about the creatures you will encounter in each exibit. From the walking trails to the gift shop, we were extremely impressed with this park.Highly-rated for a visit!

Amazing place to learn about and see Florida marine wildlife! They have stingrays in a touch tank you can feed, a huge pond/aquarium with tons of fish, sea turtles, an octopus, and a nature trail. Well worth the $16 to get in. The whole experience was great and the programs were lots of fun. This is a great place for the whole family to check out. I'll definitely be coming back here.

Really neat place with a stingray feeding experience, touch tank of several smaller aquatic species, and a large model estuary with nurse sharks and recovering sea turtles that you can learn about and see. Great for little kids to be exposed and learn. Fair pricing and free entry for active duty and veterans as well.

Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Excellent place with lots of information. Kids loved it but we did too. Sting ray touch tank very cool. Very clean and very cool place. Highly recommend.

This has been something we wanted to do for a while and it was worth the wait. The grounds are well kept and there is a lot to see. Nice combination of indoor and outdoor things to see.

Very pleasant place to visit. Charged 8 dollars per child and 16 dollars for adults. The children were able to feed and pet the stingrays and invertebrates. View the very large saltwater turtles and fish. It was easy to spend 2 hours. Very informative.

Great place to visit and spend the afternoon. The Center isn't huge, but my family and I had a nice time. We were able to pet and feed stingrays, view their lagoon with fish, stingrays, sea turtles and sharks, explore the exhibits and a wonderful view of everything from the top of the Ecocenter

We had a awesome time! Very friendly & informative! Tons of stuff for kids of all ages to do & participate in! The sting rays were the best & the presentations on the sea turtles was great!

Amazing experience! They are making sure animals are safe and live in an environment similar to the wild one. Very interesting museum to visit, they have a lot of activities. Worth visiting

This is a very educational spot to spend some outdoor time. Really big lagoon with rays, fish, and turtles all swimming about. There's plenty of educational placards and displays as well as different talks given. Take a walk on the nature trail through the mangroves (best enjoyed after liberal application of DEET) and see their oyster reclamation project. A big plus is that active duty military and veterans get in free.

My wife would likely disagree with the five stars due to the smell in the Nature Trail, but I thought it was a fun experience.Great access to animals of all kinds. Really interesting exhibits in the park.In my opinion, the VERY SMELLY Nature Trail is a 3/4-mile walk through an actual marsh. The methane gases due to decomposing detritus (and who knows what else) are REALLY strong, but it was lots of fun.

Love this place. Brought my grandsons here and they enjoyed it. Lots to learn for all ages. When you first get in you get to pet the stingrays in the stingray tank and then you can watch them feed the fish in the big estuary. Highly recommend. Will be back

We love bringing the kids here. We brought my mother and grandfather here last week who are from PA and they loved it. If you follow the trails all the way out, you see the water and if you are lucky enough you may see some hammerhead's swim by like we did.

Great time coming here with the Wife and Kids, Turtles were gorgeous and fish were stocked well. Bring your polarized glasses to see more down deep!!! Prepare for a wild sanctuary nature walk, bring waters!

The amount of knowledge you learn is unreal. We spent the whole day there just learning from the shows and then walking through the building. Really enjoyed the atmosphere and the nature walk.I do suggest bringing something to snack on and drink as they only have water.

Nice little exhibit that is very educational about smaller aquatic life. I would say it would take about an hour to go through. Has cool fish tanks with a small octopus. I would say after going through this place would be best for kids.

Loved the history lesson the damming and canalization of Lake Okeechobee. Learned a lot about local sea life and their efforts to help sea grass and oyster repopulate in the area. The kids all admitted it was worth leaving the beach and was super fun! Must-see in Stuart!

Absolutely amazing. Definitely stop in. Wonderful staff. Great experience and knowledge. Love that's a non profit so your money to pay is going straight to the beautiful facility.

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890 NE Ocean Blvd, Stuart, FL 34996, USA

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One of my favorite spots! The food is consistently wonderful. This outing, in addition to my standard order of the salad with figs and salmon, I ordered the Asian Duck soup. The soup,my first duck experience, was surprisingly good and filling! Highly recommend!

Classy and quant. Good wine selection. Food tasty, though lacking salt.

Absolutely amazing food. It's such a hidden location my husband didn't even know it existed. The food was fantastic, server was so friendly, knowledgeable, and quick. I will be coming back here! Best burger, by far, I have ever had. Fiocchi appetizer was so good! Ricotta and pear filling with brown butter sauce! I could have eaten that as an entree if it came with a vegetable side. We came back and got the burger again and the coconut crusted grouper over curry sauce. Delicious!

For such a pricey menu I was shocked at the lack of care patrons receive here. The one restroom was in the back corner, such that I had to squeeze through a couple tables (felt bad for the folks sitting at those tables) and pull back a filthy curtain where I entered a weird little room where a worker was getting stuff out of a big cooler, only to enter a very neglected restroom. When you are paying $35-75 per entree, you kind of expect the servers to be attentive and nice and the restroom to be clean. Sorry... I don't typically give such grumpy reviews, but this place brought it out in me. I'd have taken more stars off except that the food really was cooked perfectly. Compliments to the chef.

Philina and our server were wonderful. Oysters of the day were a treat. I had the chicken francaise. It was rich and delicious. I enjoyed the atmosphere as well. Enjoyed the NA beer.

My lunch at Riverwalk was amazing!!! Three different Oysters ( blue points were one) on the half shell with house made mignonette, Riverwalk hot sauce( so good, even by itself on a cracker), co*cktail sauce w/ fresh horseradish as our appetizer. I enjoyed the blackened pumpkin swordfish summer strawberry salad. It tasted savory and sweet and was beautifully presented. My husband, had the steak wedge salad that was… to the next level of amazing!!!! House made blue cheese dressing and the steak was cooked perfectly medium rare. Riverwalk has an amazing wine list and beers on tap. I always feel so good after eating here. Everything is so fresh and delicious. This is truly, my favorite restaurant in Stuart. It is a hidden gem.

Good service and amazing food in a very inviting atmosphere. The menu is uncomplicated and the items are well prepared and well presented. Prices are moderate and portions are the right size.

tl;dr - Excellent food, you should go.We had dinner with a group. We started with raw oysters, calamari and a salad. The oysters were excellent and if you like oysters they should not be missed. They have an oyster menu.For our mains had catch of the day, Grouper and Sordfish, Fried Grouper Sandwich and Ahi. All the food was amazing, our favorite was the Swordfish, it was done perfectly. If it is an option I would try it.Everything was very good, cooked to perfection and excellent flavorsThe only area of improvement was our server let our bottle of white wine get warm.We finished things off with Flourless Cholate Cake and Key Lime Pie. The pie was ok, but the cake was amazing

Calamari was good, fish n chips need some work for sure and the service is very slow. For the price of the food here it could be better after trying multiple places in the area.

Awesome place and even more awesome food. Everything was explained to us and it was sooooo good!

Always amazing! Our favorite place to enjoy fresh, delicious creative cuisine in a relaxing low key atmosphere. Friendly knowledgeable & kind staff. With a doggie friendly patio overlooking the river. We love the Riverwalk!

This was my first time at Riverwalk Cafe and Oyster Bar, and I can definitely say that my partner and I were blown away! I was looking for an intimate and romantic spot with great food, and they delivered!! The calamari Rhode Island style was to die for! The entire meal, from beginning to end, was delightful! Our waiter was quick and very personable. We will definitely be repeat customers. We plan on bringing our family and friends there when they come to visit us!

I have grown to love this place.My boyfriend took me here a year ago early in our relationship and we returned recently for our anniversary.The food and service is excellent at the tables if you're looking for something more formal. I love the duck.When I visit the bar for oysters, there is a friendly and knowledgeable bartender there to help me pick which ones to eat that day. I wish I knew her name because she deserves a shout-out! These are the tastiest oysters I can find in the area, they are flavorful.As for dessert, try the cheesecake! To die for !

Very quaint and elegant cafe but casual enough you can pop in for a drink at the bar. Would recommend a reservation and checking out their lunch vs dinner menu before you go. Leave the kids at home and go here for a date night

Great atmosphere and nice menu but I ordered Oysters Rockefeller for my appetizer and the third one I ate was rotten. Tasted like sewage. Our waiter was arrogant so I didn't bother complaining. Didn't try my entree as my stomach was sour. Such a shame because I was looking forward to an amazing meal.

Wonderful experience! We had 3 different varieties of oysters, best ever! We had the grouper and the prime rib steak. Both were delicious. Then came the table service strawberry tiramisu. Lovely, special and delicious. The only thing off putting was the hostess with RBF. We felt unwelcomed by her.

I'm changing my review from five Stars to three due to of consistency of the food . The oysters are always good. I've been here about five or six times and depending on the night of the week it's either really good or really bad. My last meal was horrible I don't think I'll be going back.

This is an informal restaurant, a block from the water. The fish was fresh and prepared perfectly, and the food was tastefully presented.This was a birthday dinner and I enjoyed it very much!

First time @ Riverwalk last night for my Birthday. They were out of the NY strip. The dirty oysters were fantastic as well as the Rib eye that a friend ordered. Drinks took quite a long time to get despite it being 9 o'clock and not a packed restaurant. The waitress was difficult to track down, again despite it not being busy at all. The grits were barely warm and the ceiling fan directly above doing 55 in a 25 on a cold weather night made them cool quickly. Asked for them to be heated but they are not cooked to a smooth creamy texture, very grainy so I didn't finish them. Asked for a dessert menu and after about 10 minutes of reading we decided on the pistachio cake but when we ordered the waitresses said they don't carry that anymore, it was for the holidays. Maybe letting diners know when you drop off the menu would be helpful or maybe since it's the middle of January it's not on the menu. Mixed bag on this restaurant. Probably not a place we'll return.

Our next food adventure take us to Riverwalk Cafe & Oyster Bar located in Downtown Stuartopening door in 2002 with a great selection of 120 quality wine and over 50 available by glass, Chef & Owner Steve Feder have a great talent and passion about the food that you can taste in every bite.Decoration is very according at this restaurant, with a quiet environment where you can enjoy your food and time with your family and freshest seafood every day Chef Feder make all costumers enjoy this delicious meal because him reflects his passion for cooking in his creations which delight the people who visit the place.The friendly staff will help you to find that ideal option to order and your dinner or lunch time in an incredibleexperience. Let them awaken your appetite!.

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201 SW St Lucie Ave, Stuart, FL 34994, USA

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I really enjoyed this Area you can fish and watch the Manatttes or go inside the different Attractions or The Backus Art Gallery or Check out The Aptt. Theater and there is Trail Walk and Veterans Recreational Facility and just plenty to do and see in this area it's a MUST VISIT TO SEE Y'ALL. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS SUREAN AREA TO ALL THERE'S SOMETHING FOR ALL TO REALLY ENJOY😇😁❤️🎉🙌🙌👍👍👍

Neat little place. They offer some cool information on the sea life here in our oceans. They also sell boat ride tickets which were both fun and relaxing.

This is a very small building with a small admission.Honestly, this is pretty underwhelming and I don’t think there should be any sort of admission fee. The staff was all incredibly nice and informative, though.

While we didn't see any manatees the day we were there, it was still worth the time to learn about the manatees, sit upstairs on the observation area & stroll through the little flower garden

Visit this place is Absolutely a waist of time and money. First we did not feel welcome by the front desk staff. Then we were told no see of Manatee now. As an effort to make the visit worthy, we asked 3 questions trying to learn some facts about manatee. Disappointedly, the staff responded "I don't know" "maybe they can live 10 years", "possible one baby in life time but I don't really know". Would not recommend to visit this place.

Staff was knowledgeable, passionate and spent time talking with both young and old visitors. Got very lucky while we were there and actually got to see some Manatees. Great quick trip to learn a little bit about the local area. Come and support them if you have the time! You wont regret it.

It was nice but unfortunately the center wasn't fully open while we were there. We did see just one Manatee in the water.

Loved it! The outdoor observation deck with the whiteboard "seen today" and the indoor underwater camera feed give you an effective view of many local species!Besides manatees, you might possibly view shark, barracudas, and very unique fish*the staff onsite are extremely knowledgeable and informative! Have a chat!Guess what? Your visit is FREE!Donations accepted...please leave something in the donation box!

Definitely a place you wanna visit. Lots of things to visit and see.

Good well put together and educational facility for children and adults.

Went down to check it out. Walked around and read all of the Highwayman information. So worth it, those men were incredibly talented. Also gawked at the House of seven gables for a bit, walked the Manatee bridge, but did not see any. Wonderful experience. We will return.

What a pretty location. There's a little pier to walk out on to look for manatee. The museum is teeny and cute. But great for little kids. Just enough to see and do. No manatee spottings on our visit.

Such a cute place to look around!! Lots of photo ops!

We visited the Manatee Observation and Education Center several times and it was a wonderful experience! The staff were knowledgeable and friendly, and they were happy to answer any questions we had. The center features a variety of educational materials, including informative displays and exhibits, which made learning about manatees much more enjoyable. The observation area is also a highlight of the experience; it would be nice to see manatees up close and in their natural habitat one day. Overall, I highly recommend the Manatee Observation and Education Center to anyone looking for an enjoyable and educational experience.

Administrator was very kind & informed me of Great places to eat like Kyle G's, Square Grouper & Manatee Island. We did go to Square Grouper that evening & had a very good mahi sandwuch & their drinks & fries were fantastic! Great atmosphere & on the water. . $60-70ish for 2. Live DJ. No kids allowed, only 21 & up.

Place is very nice, beautiful scenery, didn't see any manatees but did see a couple of lizards, iguanas, geckoes or whatever they are and one big rat that ran out of the trashcan and behind me! Water was pretty, sailboats, waves, heron!

Good information on manatees, pretty butterfly garden, but no manatees.

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480 N Indian River Dr, Fort Pierce, FL 34950, USA

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Great spot to bring paddleboards or kayaks and explore the mangroves - we always see tons of cool creatures from dolphins and sharks to turtles, raccoons, and birds.

Great beach! You have to pay to get in but totally worth it. We chose the “cove side” (there is a fork in the road and you can chose the Cove or the Beach side) the Cove side had some excavators digging up sand for a nearby location and my 3 year old went nuts seeing the equipment digging just like him. The Beach side was also amazing. We went right around low tide and it was great for little ones.

Gorgeous park with mangrove inlet area explorable through walking trails and paddle access, as well as the Atlantic coast beach area. Park ranger was very friendly and helpful. Plenty of parking and the beach was amazing. Hurricane Ida stirred up some waves and wow was it sweet watching those brave surfers risk the currents AND the jellyfish! Kayak rentals and tours are offered by third party. We ended up going through Sunrise City adventures, (rentals only-no tour). Kayaks were only $25 for 2 hours! Unfortunately I didn't snap photos of that part because the tide was going out and we had to focus on paddling before we were swept out of the inlet area to the harbor area. Haha, it was fine and not that hard to paddle even against current.

Stopped for a quick beach visit. Nice park with a great picnic area with restrooms. A separate beach parking with a short walk through a sand trail abutted by sea grapes.

Sensational state park. Great beaches. Perfect sand. Picnic tables nearby and clean restrooms. Kayaking rental available. Fishing to your hearts content. There's a little wildlife trail nearby too. But the beach and surfers are the main show. Plan a day during the week when it's less crowded. Bring your swimwear and enjoy!

This is a really nice state park. It has miles of beaches, plenty of pavilions. Great place to spend the day! Highly recommend

Very beautiful place to relax with friends and family. Some restaurants near, or bring your own food with you. Wish there was more things for children to be able to play, but it's definitely a nice place to spend the afternoon.

I have been coming to this beach since I was 5 years old and every time we get to Florida we drive 40min from Jensen Beach to come to the beach because it’s the cleanest and is so flat which is very kid friendly and there’s always lots to see by the rocks…Sometimes there’s a lot of surfers but they do typically stay close to the rocks and they watch out for people in the water

This is the go to place for swimming. It did cost 5 dollars I believe for a car load (All day), so not expensive. This place is super neat to visit. Diamond point has pristine water, white sand, and the water is calm. So perfect for swimming.The beach is beautiful, perfect for paddling and surfing.Definitely worth paying a visit if you are near the park.

Great beach area. The water is clear with a large shelf to walk out into the water. Not a lot of waves making it easy to just float on a board and enjoy the sun and water.

Awesome park. Really nice clean beach and clean restrooms. Great place for walking. Pet friendly.

Beautiful and clean park. Dogs allowed in park but not on beach. Will definitely come again.

Beautiful beach. Usually not too crowded. They also just installed newer bathrooms and washrooms. Very convenient. You can walk along the rocks, wade out waist deep or just sit back and relax in the sun.You do have to pay to get in, unless you're a veteran and have signed up.You can also take up to 8 people per car load, so then you can maximize your party for less!The park rangers are always friendly and helpful if you need them.Beware of Portuguese man-of-war, as they are everywhere.Please do not dig holes in the sand, as it will mess up the turtles and their nesting.

My new favorite beach. Been looking for a place to go to since we moved up from Pompano. Beach is fairly wide, sand is clean, water is nice. Looking forward to summer and when the water temp gets higher.

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The museum was a fantastic experience. It's not the biggest, but each item and exhibit was authentic and high quality. Extra points if you are able to speak to some of the workers regarding the origin stories of some of the pieces. There is a military discount for veterans and active duty. The grounds outside the building also have really great exhibits. To cap it off, you can walk from the parking lot to the beach and enjoy some fun and sun all in one visit

This place is cool! The outdoors are totally free and perfect for kids (of all ages). There is a fee to tour the museum inside. The ships are amazing and really give you a sense of the hardships of battle. After your done here, you can go directly to the beach in the same parking lot, or the playground next door. BTW parking is ample and also free 😃

Great place if you are there when there is not a crowd. I enjoyed all the exhibits. They were quite interesting and the obstacle course outside was fun. At the same time, I was quite disappointed about the inconsistency of mask wearing among the staff and the inability to socially distance within this setting. That's why I only gave a 4. We were between 2 large groups of people who were oblivious to everyone else around them and totally ignored any type of 6 foot space. Even a staff member who was unmasked continued to approach me (masked )to talk about something-disregarding my "No, thankyou"'s and my backing away from him. I just found it surprising during Covid. I think it would work better if there was perhaps an overall limit on the number of people in the building at one time so there is more ability to have some distance from others.

Being a Navy Veteran, this place has been on my list for a while. I finally got the opportunity to go today. (9/3/22) It's an INCREDIBLE experience. A very well laid out museum with tons to see and interact with. It really brought back a lot of memories for me.If you are planning on going, set aside a GOOD block of time. Also try to go when the weather is good because there is a lot to see outside on the grounds as well.Just an overall incredible experience. I look forward to going back, hopefully with friends and share all the history contained therein.

This museum has so much information so I recommend allotting 2-3 hours to tour. I really enjoyed my time there and learned so much about the Histiry of the Navy Seals.The museum and grounds are spectacular and so well kept. I was super impressed with everything.Mr. Andy Brady runs the museum and he shared quite a bit of the SEAL history as we were leaning facility.There is a store on site with souvenirs and more. I highly recommend visiting if in the area or have a passion for the Navy Seals.

I brought my two year old and my 8 year old here. I was able to use a wagon and navigate thru pretty okay. It has lots of gear, weapons, machinery-pretty much everything navy seals use and have used. They show you the changes in equipment over the decades. They have an outdoor obstacle course that the navy seals use. My son had fun. They also had some boats, and other vehicles that you can actually get inside of. There is a small memorial garden honoring fallen seals throughout the different wars. I feel like it’s a bit pricey for what they have and to be honest to allow people to experience history. Adults are $15, children are $7 and toddlers and infants are free.There are a couple of picnic tables you can sit at and snack on. It does say no backpacks or big bags but because I had my son I guess they let me through with them-they didn’t question me.

So much better than expected! My wife spent a lot more time reading the displays next to the exhibits, and was more interested than she thought she would have been going in. The story telling is great, displays include everything from vehicles, boats, helicopters and gear. Great gift shop with reasonable things appropriate for friends and family. Discounts for families, seniors and vets. Go!

Excellent museum for all ages. Interactive and informative with recent updates. Free entrance after 3pm. Closed Monday. Highly recommend if you’re in the area. And beach short walk away.

What a tribute to those who have kept us safe and freedom alive! Weapons, vehicles, and moving stories of heroic sacrifice fill every corner. Modern static and interactive displays. Videos are so well done. Full size Blackhawk Helicopter inside. History spans from early beginnings as training ground right in Fort Pierce for WWII UDT Frogmen to today's SEAL (Sea/Air/Land) Teams. Outside is an amazing collection of boats and displays. Gift shop is well stocked with many mementos for your visit. We took 2 hours and scratched the service. Tickets are so reasonably priced. Don't miss WII beginnings: Normandy Invasion clearing mines and beach fortifications while being shot at and all with "swim trunks and a knife".

Went to the annual Veterans Day celebration, and the museum staff put on another outstanding show. The fly-in and demonstrations were excellent

The National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum in Florida is truly an epic experience for anyone interested in the history of the Navy SEALs and the incredible sacrifices they've made for our country. From the moment you step onto the grounds of the museum, you can feel the weight of the history and the importance of the mission these brave men have undertaken.The museum is filled with an amazing collection of artifacts, exhibits, and interactive displays that bring to life the heroic stories of the Navy SEALs. From the early days of the Underwater Demolition Teams to the modern-day operations, every aspect of their remarkable journey is captured in vivid detail.The highlight of the museum is undoubtedly the actual gear, weapons, and equipment used by the SEALs, including the famous MK V Special Operations Craft and the SEAL Delivery Vehicle. Walking through these displays, you can't help but be in awe of the skill, bravery, and dedication of these warriors.The museum also offers a number of hands-on experiences, like the chance to climb aboard a real Navy SEAL Mini-Sub and to test your skills on the SEAL Obstacle Course. These activities give you a small glimpse into the intense training and preparation that these elite soldiers undergo in order to carry out their missions.One of the most moving parts of the museum is the tribute to the fallen heroes of the SEAL teams. The memorial wall and the displays honoring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice serve as a powerful reminder of the tremendous courage and sacrifice of these brave men.The staff at the museum are incredibly knowledgeable, passionate, and dedicated to sharing the incredible history and legacy of the Navy SEALs. Their enthusiasm and willingness to engage with visitors make the experience even more enriching.Visiting the National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum is not just a visit to a museum; it's an opportunity to gain a deep understanding and appreciation for the men who have served and continue to serve in the Naval Special Warfare community. This museum provides a truly epic and humbling experience that will leave you with a profound sense of respect and admiration for the Navy SEALs and their unwavering commitment to our their nation.

Leave it to UDT (oh yeah, Seals) to have a museum this awesome. We've visited three times and each time learn something new or discover a display that somehow missed our attention on the previous visit.Make sure to visit on a sunny day as the outside displays (mostly SDVs and watercraft) are worth the walk.The gift store? Just have your credit card at the ready, that's all I have to say about that.

A must see for every freedom loving American citizen! Humbling, inspiring and truly amazing! And a fitting tribute to the warriors who have served!

Very impressed with this museum! The size can be deceiving from the outside. Every inch of this building is packed full of awesome artifacts and information.It’s also very clean and well kept. Also very easy to navigate.I highly recommend! Took us around 1 hour and 15 minutes to slowly walk and watch the videos.

What a great place to visit!! I am so thankful for these men who have given everything for our freedom!!! My wife's uncle was on Seal Team 2 and found his name on the wall. The staff was so helpful in finding his graduation photo!

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3300 N Hwy A1A, Fort Pierce, FL 34949, USA

This is a hidden gem. A relaxed, educational and fun time with a cool take off spot. The store has cool swag and a gator picture. It's Florida at it's best. Good people, good time and easy to book.

Captain Tony was awesome. We all had a great time. We saw alligators, different birds and even cows. I highly recommend it. You can take your phone and get lots of great pictures.

The airboat ride was a lot of fun. We were able to see several alligators, including some very big ones. We also saw a lot of different birds including eagles. Captain Sammy was funny, informative and made it an awesome experience. We were a family of 8 which also included teenagers and grandparents and we all really enjoyed it. We also all liked holding the alligator. This was an amazing experience and I would highly recommend it.

Amazing experience with an awesome airboat captain. Way better than any 60 second amusem*nt park ride. We saw loads of wildlife and had loads of fun skipping across the water with the wind in our faces. And of course we got to hold a baby alligator at the end. Will definitely be back next time we're in the area!

Had an airboat tour with Captain Sammy, and what a great experience! She was funny, safe, full of knowledge, and made sure we all had a great time. We saw over 40 gators big & small, tons of wildlife, and a great trip. After we got to hold a baby gator and see some of the other animals they have on site. Money well spent and worth the drive as this was an unforgettable experience. Awesome job Captain Sammy!!

We had an amazing adventure with Midway. We had some friends in from out of town who wanted to see alligators. We saw so many gators, as well as beautiful birds and a magnificent landscape of marsh and cypress swamp. Our Captain Tony was so friendly and knowledgeable. We even were able to hold a small gator at the end of the tour. I will definitely use Midway again. Thanks!

TLDR: This tour is well worth the money. You will not be disappointed!My friend and I went on the one hour airboat tour, and we could not have had a more enjoyable time. I have been lucky enough to travel the world and see many areas, but this was by far one of the prettiest places I have ever been. There's so much to look at - gators, manatees, birds, and even cows. The water is so pretty, the trees are cool looking, and the guides are super knowledgeable and passionate about what they're doing. Our guide would stop and get us as close as possible to the gators (without causing them any distress) so we could take pictures. He did this throughout the tour if he saw something really interesting, unique, etc.As an added bonus, the building where you check in has different types of snakes, a huge pig (who loves belly scratches), birds, and more, which you can see and, depending on the animal, touch. There is also an area with multiple baby gators, and at the end of the tour you get to hold one of them and take a picture.

Believe the reviews! We had a trip planned to the Space Coast and decided to try an airboat ride before we headed back to the airport. I scoured local places and read the reviews and was sold on Midway. We had an amazing time - calm but fun, peaceful but exciting! Our captain, Justin, was a great guide, answered tons of questions, and made it a super chill experience. Come for the gators, stay for the pig, birds, cats… Highly recommend!

We had Captain Sami and she was AMAZING!!! My kiddos, although a tad chilly said later it was one of their favorite parts about our vacation. We saw cattle with their calf - gators - gorgeous views and tons of birds. Great experience and completely worth it, holding the baby alligator at the end was cool too.

We had a great time! Our guide, TONY was the best! Lots to see, gators, cows grazing in the water up to their necks, herons, hawks, eagles, pink birds, black birds! Cypress swamp was beautiful! We were down here for the race but this was truly at the top of the list for the weekend! This needs to be on your to do list.

Absolutely loved this experience. We just moved to Florida and this was a great way to learn more about the state. We got to see so much wildlife, and got to be in nature. Our guide was amazing. She was funny and didn't kill us so I'd say that's a plus. Kind welcoming people with a sense of humor. 10/10 recommend 👌

We had THE BEST time at Midway! We spent 5 days in FL doing many excursions and everyone agreed that this was our favorite!! Our captain was fun, kind, and so knowledgeable! She even stopped to take pictures of our groups and answer questions. We saw a ton of gators, cows, and birds! We all loved holding the alligator at the end too! So much fun! Highly recommend!!

We absolutely loved this place. Our schedule changed and we ended up arriving 2 hours early, hoping to get out earlier. They made special accommodations for us and took such good care of us. My kids also loved all the animals while we waited for the ride and our tour guide was amazing. For sure one of the most memorable days of our trip. I’ll come back here every time we visit Orlando. Such a fun experience!

Captain Sammi was the best! She had us out on the water for an hour and 15 minutes. The whole trip she was giving us fact after fact about everything we saw out on the water. We saw a lot of gators and birds, we had a bald eagle fly right over our heads it was incredible. At the end we got the chance to hold a 3 year old alligator it was an amazing experience and I highly recommend to anyone who loves nature.

I’ve been many times in the past few years and it’s always amazing. The beauty, wildlife, gators and Captains are the best there is. Thanks Captain Tony and Sammie. We bring all our guests here. Online booking makes it easy.

Very fun experience. You get to hold the bird and there’s animals like cats and a potbelly pig. The airboat ride is fun and the guide, Tony, was very entertaining and informative. Very relaxing at times and gets fun going up in speed. You get to hold a small alligator at the end!

Orlando is not just parks. A must if you want a wild but safe experience!! 🐊 🚤☀️My kids enjoyed it too.Captain Chris made it an unforgettable experience.

We came without a reservation but we were able to make it on the next boat with a group of 5. It was about 50$ per person, it may be cheaper to get tickets online ahead of time. Our guide was amazing and knew a lot about the area ! He was fun and we did the last tour of the evening. The views were beautiful and we would do a boat tour again for sure ! To our guide : thank you for the memories !!

Very pleasant experience. Would recommend. The hour tour is just the right amount of time. We were able to see beautiful wildlife and extraordinary beauty in the cypress marsh. Our Captain was pleasant and informative. We left feeling very happy we took the tour.

Airboat Rides at Midway is a great way to see wildlife in the Florida waters. One hour gives you enough time to see gators, cows and birds. The airboat itself is smooth and a fun ride for you and your family. The guide, Captain Justin, was super friendly and knowledgeable. You are given headsets to hear the captain who explains the area and lets you know what to see. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who likes boat rides and wildlife.

It was nice and sunny dayOut boat tour started morningAnd we saw many alligators coming out in the sun and other native wildlife during the tour.It was nice experience

Fantastic experience. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and entertaining. It wasn't very warm so most of the animals were hiding but it was still a great ride. You can hold one of the parrots and an alligator too.

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28501 E Colonial Dr, Christmas, FL 32709, USA

Great experience for the price. You can bring 4 for around $50 and easily kill a few hours if you get there before 3 to do everything. Also located right off I95 so it’s convenient. They offer military discount as well. This is definitely one of the nicer gator parks we’ve been to in Florida both layout wise as well as staff

We went here today for my daughter's birthday and had an amazing time! If you can plan to attend every show and free activity I feel there is plenty to do, see and learn. Kaylee (I think) did all of our shows and had so much knowledge to share about all of their animals. Our little one got to feed the alligators, turtles, monkey and deer. Then she got to hold a gator and snake for free 😁 also a plus all the enclosures were very clean, the food was well stocked and the animals looked very healthy. Thanks everyone!

This is the place you want to visit. Old school Florida cool at it's absolute finest. It's not polished and slick, it's perfect, exactly what we were looking for. Super friendly people, and very knowledgeable. Birds, gators, snakes, and monkeys, even a beautiful cat. They clearly love all the animals and treat them well. They answered all our questions and we learned plenty. You'll be glad you stopped in. If you're looking for Serge A. Storms, this is the kind of place you might find him visiting.

What an experience this place is. The gentleman that was our guide was EXCELLENT! Not only did he have a vast knowledge of the animals they care for, he also was happy to share his knowledge of the area.The alligators were really cool to see. The boat ride was a lot of fun. Both kids and adults had a great time.THANK YOU!

Myself my daughter and my grandson had soooo much fun 😊 our guide was amazing and it was way more than I expected. Seriously impressed with his knowledge and his patience and his kindness with the children... I felt like the animals/creatures were so well taken care of... It was so evident in the animals. It was truly an experience!! I had passed this place multiple times throughout a 20 plus year, but never stopped until just recently and I'd go again and again. Thank you Jungle. Adventure for a wonderful time/experience 💕

Finally got a chance to go here and it was amazing. It's not a big park but you can spend a good 3-4 hours and not be bored. The staff was very nice and the tour guide, Trish, was great. Loved the swamp cruise - I forgot I was in Orlando for a few minutes. Hundreds of gators in the swamp, also you can see some other animals like tortoises, python, turtles, Bobcat, parrots etc in the park. If you want to escape the theme park craziness and see real Florida in Orlando, this is a good place.

My boyfriend and I had a great time. This was a wonderful look into real Florida. We love to support these side road educational attractions. There were so many of them back in the 50's and 60's. A must visit!Our young lady guide was fabulous. The price was extremely reasonable.If your looking for fancy, glitzy and plastic this probably won't be your kind of place. If you are seeking a raw natural Florida environment then you will love this place. The weather in November is just spectacular.I highly recommend the retractable silver gator claw backscratcher from the gift shop.

This place is so rad. The animals are well cared for and they all have plenty of space to move around freely.One thing I really loved (didn't think to get a picture of it though) is that the wolf enclosure is kinda secluded from the rest of the zoo. I've been to other zoos where the wolf enclosures are on busy walkways and the wolves always seem stressed that way. It's really nice to see wolves here that actually don't seem to mind being in a zoo!I didn't get the name of the guy doing the tours and animal displays, but he was really great. Very funny guy, and he knew a ton about all the animals. Probably one of the best tour guides I've ever had.Definitely 5/5 overall. Go here, you'll love it

We had a great visit to Jungle Adventures yesterday. The park is small, and what I call "old Florida." You're not going to find fancy theme park polish here. What you do get are close up animal encounters with some of Florida's critters. The Florida Panther was a favorite, as was the alligator feeding. The boat ride was very interesting and relaxing. Nice boardwalk over the alligators.Good way to spend a couple of hours.

What an absolutely gorgeous place! They have been around for 60 years now and have an astonishing amount of gators. The boat ride through part of the lake area where they live was very serene with the large trees, and mossy green top layer surrounding these massive predators. The boat is run on a super quiet electric motor which is super cool in my opinion. The staff there is very knowledgeable about the animals as well as the establishment so asking questions is a must for the full experience! I learned some and had a great time.

Had an incredible experience! Would highly recommend! We got to hold and pet lots of different animals including a baby gator! We also saw the gators get fed and jump out of the water! And got to go on a boat ride to get a closer look!The staff was really knowledgeable especially Alex! She gave all of the talks we saw about the animals and fed the gators herself too!Will come again next time I’m in the area! Great for groups of friends and would recommend getting feed bags to give to somemof the animals on the property!

Jungle Adventures is such a fun and amazing place to see what true Florida looks like with 300+ gators. They offer an animal show, boat ride, gator feeding, and native American village talk which is so informative and fun! Along with all of the gators they have various animals, many of which are rescues. I 100% recommend Jungle Adventures. This is one of my favorite places to go and I am always bringing new friends and family here spending at least 2-3 hours in the park. 🐊

It's best place to explore for all the age groups. They have a wildlife show, the instructor Alexandra shared information about native floridians, alligator feeding and a boat ride and Alexandra shared interesting facts about the animals, she made the whole experience better. It's a lot of fun and a lot to explore. They have bunch of crocodiles, a wolf, Florida panther and bunch of birds.

We went here on a random whim one day at it was BEYOND all expectations. Myself, my two friends and my toddler (2yo) went here and we all had a blast. We got hands on experience with some animals as well as up close and personal with gators in the swamp. We got to see them feed meat to the gators as well as a boat ride through the swamp. They offer military discounts up to 50% off or BOGO. My ticket plus a toy was only $20. Please please go here! It is so worth it.

This place is awesome. Have visited twice and will continue to visit semiannual. What makes this place special is they offer everything the more well known gator parks have but without the large crowds. Everything is included with park admission meaning you don't have to pay extra to hold/take a picture with a gator or go on a boat ride through the swamp. The staff are very friendly, In fact they don't really feel like staff at all but more like uncle Randy or aunt Karen taking you and the kids around to see all their cool animals. The visit today was marred by unfavorable weather but the tour guide did everything possible to make sure me,my family, and other guests in the park had a memorable experience. At other similar parks it is up to you make sure you show up to the scheduled times of the events/shows but here it seems that they make sure every person that walks into the park leaves with experiencing all they have to offer. All in all this felt like a VIP experience for a standard price.

I was honestly pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed this place. I went with both my little kids and we just enjoyed everything so much. The staff is super friendly. The animals are so visible and entertaining. Probably one of the best places I have been to and we are military so we have been to so many places. The jumping gators was super cool and the boat ride is relaxing and safe for little kids. I was nervous about that. But it has rails all around. I will definitely go back and take my parents too.

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A must for science fans. The museums are great. I really loved the bus tour. Takes you out to the launch pads and to the Saturn V exhibit. Next time I'll go to see a launch.

All kinds of cool gifts and stuff to bring home.

Took the day to explore this place and still did not see everything. I took someone's suggestion and reserving the bus that takes you yo the other side where you cannot drive yourself too and I went early. Made it back in time to explore the Atlantis!That was lots of fun especially taking a ride in the simulator. I don't like adventure rides bit I took a chance with that one. It was ok. I actually expected more but that's probably after hearing the details of how it is on an actual rocket take off. HahaFor every exhibition you visit they take your picture. I swear I wasn't going to get any but that swear couldn't hold up when I got to the space center and the Atlantis... They did a good job!Parking was $10 . I paid $62 to skip the line but I git there 30 minutes after opening so there wasn't any line plus it was on a Monday. Stay hydrated and have fun. The food prices are reasonable.

AMAZING!! I would highly recommend visiting.The cafe on site was worse than hospital food. There was a restaurants. Unfortunately I did not go to it. They had other options of food areas as well.It was amazing to learn and experience everything here. I felt like there is not enough time I'm one day to see it all.The tour guide on the bus was amazing and even educated us on the wildlifeI would highly recommend visiting this place

Kennedy Space Center (KSC) was an amazing trip. Purchased multi day tickets. Definitely was an unique place to see and experience. Really want to make it back down again to see an rocket launch. So much to see and do. Recommend the multi day pass get there early and the take the bus tour to the Apollo/Saturn V Center. Then back to the main Visitor Center. Great for the entire family.

This was a trip down memory lane. The last time I went there was in 1979. It sure has changed...much more touristy and theme park like but my family enjoyed the time at KSCOnly reason for not 5 stars is I felt to many people did not abide by safety regulations set by CDC. Signage was posted but very hard for park to enforce.g

Truly a one of a kind experience. To see the human race taking its first steps towards the stars.How can I give it anything less than 5 stars? I shall miss this place.🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟

I have lived in Orlando for 21 years, I had never been in this place and had high expectations and today I decided to go with my family but the truth is that I was terribly disappointed because the entrance is very expensive for what the site offers, the truth is that the park It stayed in the past, the park does not have good signage and nothing information is limited to giving one a map but you have to look for it in the information office, the lack of biosecurity measures in the park are terrible for example, the dispensers of antibacterial gel. They are NOT working or empty, there are few things to do in the park and the show times are disorganized, the videos and stages are old and out of date, the children's play site is very basic small and it is only for children under 5 years old . I could continue writing and I would not finish telling you how bad this place is, I do not recommend it because the entrance is expensive the place is old outdated boring small and the food it offers is bad and expensive, in short, do not waste your money and your time.

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What an awesome experience!!!! You will not regret it! The staff here is wonderful and the animals are amazing! Our group had so much fun meeting all of the cool animals and the experience began as soon as we arrived. Definitely a must do when visiting Orlando! Also loved that even with the group option it was still an intimate setting.

Wow what a once in a lifetime opportunity. Would recommend anyone who loves animals to visit. The animals were healthy and friendly. The staff was knowledgeable. The facility was very clean and we were welcomed into all the living areas of the animals. We held lemurs, sloths, spider monkey, bush baby and more. Incredible and unforgettable. Would visit again.

The staff was very polite and knowledgeable about all of the animals. Everything was very clean and presented professionally. The animals seemed very happy and loved interacting with people. It was really a one of a kind experience.

Absolutely amazing place! The staff are incredible, very knowledgeable and truly love the animals. This is an experience of a life time and I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to go! The owner genuinely loves her animals and it is evident in everything from their habitats to how the animals clearly love her and the staff. I highly recommend going you will not regret it!!!

Giving 1 star due to unprofessional customer service and inaccurate details on website. It states “No Appointments Booked Over 30 Days in Advance.” I tried booking on April 20th for a May 19th (Thursday) appointment and was told there were no more spots available. Wish i knew to book months in advance. I’m very disappointed I can’t go during my stay in Orlando , I was looking forward to the experience.

We brought our son to the Exotic Animal Experience for his birthday on May 1st.. We had such an amazing experience. The staff is absolutely wonderful. They are friendly and very knowledgeable of the animals. For me, what I loved the most was seeing how much the animals love the owner and staff. You can tell the animals are so happy and so well taken care of. I’ve been to other animal experiences and have felt rushed. It was the exact opposite here. They really make sure each person gets adequate time with each animal. The property is very well maintained and very clean. I really like that the owner only books small groups at a time. It gives you room to spread out on the property and feel like you’re alone with the animals.We had an issue paying and had to stay behind about 20 minutes after the experience ended. The staff was so understanding and so willing to help us get the issue resolved.Thank you so much for allowing us to come visit and spend the day with your fur babies! It was such a special experience that we will never forget!

We went to the zoo yesterday! It was my 3 teen girls and I. We did the group experience first...it was amazing! We got to interact with animals you typically wouldn’t get to interact with. Zebra, camel, lemurs, sloth, kangaroo and more! Leslie, Garret and Jodie were very knowledgeable about all the animals and gladly answered all questions. The animals were very active and well kept! They have a huge area that they live in, play in and it’s very clean. You can tell how much Leslie loves her animals. Her dogs were awesome too! My daughter did the simply sloth experience after the group experience for a graduation gift. She was in heaven! She got to hold, snuggle and feed the sloth. They also offered a great deal on photos. It was nice to be able to interact with the animals the whole time and not have to worry about taking pictures. As an animal lover it was great to go to a zoo and actually see happy well taken care of animals:)Thanks again for an amazing experience!

I was looking for something different and hands on for my daughter's birthday/5th grade graduation. Well, this was it! You can tell the animals are very well cared for and several have a very special bond with Leslie. All the tour guides were super friendly and very knowledgeable. Leslie is wonderful and you can tell how much she loves what she does. We will definitely be looking to do this again. From Baby Girl, the most welcoming camel you have ever met, to the fun and rambunctious lemurs, you will truly enjoy your time spent here!

What a experience!!!!!! So happy we didn’t listen to some of these reviews! The animals are so sweet and loving they really love their owner and care takers which was really awesome to see. The animals really are well taken care of. I noticed some complaints on the owner saying she can be a bit mean. That wasn’t the case with our group she was very informative what people have to remember is these are her babies she going to protect them as much as she can if you simply listen you will have a awesome time like we did! At the end she brought out a new addition to the family that was just born. I would highly recommend this tour well worth every penny! Thanks again for such a awesome experience! You have a great staff!

I took my wife here to celebrate her birthday and it was fantastic! We did the basic group visit. We were grouped up with about 10 or so other people. Courtney guided us through the different animals and gave us lots of information about all of them. Even though we were in a larger group, they made sure that everyone got plenty of individual time with the different animals. I never felt rushed. First, we got to pet a zebra and a sloth. Then we got to actually go into the lemur's pen and interact with them! My favorite part was getting to play with the kangaroos and bottle feed some of them. They're so gentle and friendly! The entire experience was incredible! You can tell that Leslie really cares about every single one of her animals and takes great care of them. I cannot recommend this place enough!

How this place has anything but 5 stars, just proves why animals are better than people most of the time. 😂There is nothing I can say sufficiently in the characters allowed in this review. This is not a Zoo, it’s an experience. Leslie loves what she does, and it shows immediately. The staff are passionate, and happy. The animals are comfortable, and relaxed.There is no pressure or exploitation of any of these animals. Leslie is authentic, and loving to her pets. (She is quite possibly on saint level, with how great with people, after taking care of these animals so well all the time.) So any review talking negatively about her, was likely missing the entire point of this experience. The Animals.What you see here is epic, and special. What you experience here is unique, and inexplicable. Call, and book. You will not regret it, I promise you. My wife and I had an incredible time, and can’t stop commenting on the obvious care, and passion this place contains. They have something special here. For the experience you receive, you will leave feeling truly good inside, knowing that the animals are happy, loved, and you are helping them to continue being cared for.The energy from the animals, and the people, remind you that there is in fact so much good in this world. The opportunity to experience these beautiful, exotic animals, without feeling as though they are prisoners in cages. These are NOT zoo animals, they are Leslie’s pets. What a difference!!! Thank you again Leslie, for letting people into your “home”.

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Really beautiful space located just outside Orlando. We came to see the Dinosaur Exhibit at Leu Gardens and we were really impressed. The gardens were very well maintained, easy to navigate, and great signage located around the property. There was enough shade to escape the afternoon Florida sun and wide walking paths around. Really enjoyed the quality of the dinosaurs and information located about each. We found numerous animals from grasshoppers, birds, snakes, and insects and really enjoyed our time there.

Beautiful gardens!! Lots of walking. The walkways are plentiful, wide and paved beautifully for those who need accessibility. Doors are automatic, plenty of ramps and the attractions (it’s Halloween in a few days) are accessible.If you love plants, camellias, roses, small lizards, birds, fresh air, this os the place for you.There is a welcome center with bathrooms (there are also bathrooms outside, they are well marked on the map), and plenty of parking. We missed the museum tour, but spent several hours in the botanical garden.

Worth every penny. 50 acres and meticulously maintained with hundreds of flower varieties ranging from tropical to desert and everything in-between.Spend a couple of hours walking and taking pictures, and during the holidays they have a gnome hunt, where they hide 50 gnome around the gardens, and it turned out to be more fun finding them than we thought it would be. We only found about a dozen, but it was fun.Eat before you come and bring your own water. No Cafe or food here (yet).

A beautiful set of gardens in OrlandoThe entrance is located at the intersection of Corrine Dr and N Forest Ave. The park takes up 50 acres on the south side of Lake Rowena. There are two parking lots. One is near to the main building and one is just to the south. Together they can hold about 150 vehicles. The entry is through the main building and costs about $15/person. The gardens are used for events. The day that we visited, there was a wedding event set up outside the house on the south of the grounds and the reception was set for the main building. It seemed a perfect place for it. The gardens are self-guided and have lots of paths to follow. Recently, they have made a “dragon” challenge treasure hunt that is a lot of fun. People have to find clues and decrypt the message that leads you to the treasure. The gardens have large dragons and night-time lighting for these very large creatures. The gardens are beautiful and have many paths and descriptions of the many plants around the grounds. Overall, this is a wonderful set of gardens that is very pleasant to walk through.

We loved it. It's huge and organized into different gardens (map is helpful). Tours of the house are only between 10am and noon, but there's lots to see without that. All of the paths are paved,wood, etc, which is nice for maneuverability (and you don't have to worry about your shoes). They have events here, so we'll probably be back 😊

We may have missed prime blooming time, but it was a wonderfully relaxing afternoon. Temps were a perfect 65 degrees and low humidity, so I can't argue with that. My husband and I shared a couple of bottles of champagne on a bench with a beautiful view. We had a nice afternoon.

They have beautiful gardens. Full of lovely colors! Pathways are very clean always and it is always peaceful there. Going on walks with family is special there. The last time we went we did a dragons & fairies scavenger hunt. Kids love it and the dragons are large sized and impressive!!! The fairy houses were on trees. Leu Gardens put up these fun events from time to time. Last time we got to see part of a wedding in progress and got lucky to run into the beautiful bride in white by herself and we got to tell her how beautiful she looked! Very kind staff too. We were not turned away when we forgot our membership cards with Bok Towers once as they are affiliates. Nice lady up front still let us in. We go there so often. We always love it there!

If you enjoy strolls through beautiful vegetation you will enjoy this location. Right now they have a dinosaur exhibition going on that is a fun activity to do. Don't forget to bring your camera as there are many photograph opportunities. The trees provide plenty of shade so you can enjoy your stroll without getting cooked by the Sun. There is a nearby lake so look out for native wildlife species.

I'll start this off by saying im not a garden person. I go because it's my gfs hobby, and that's about it. I actually loved this place. It was truly amazing, and i will be coming back. You have to see it for yourself. It's a fairly small walk. Maybe an hour and a half to 2 hour walk to see everything, and when we went, they had dinosaurs there that were expertly done, really looked real. I'd highly recommend for anyone looking for an experience like this.

I love this place and the only reason I gave it a 4 star is because if you’re a wheelchair user, you do need a power assist or someone to push you. The terrains absolutely breath taking and the wedding venue possibilities are endlessly potential. However the up and down and large range of trails makes it difficult to be in a manual chair. I would def go back, and plan on getting a membership soon. The fairy door experience held in the fall is such a fun day date with kids!

I loved the serene paths the Gardens had. There were several walking trails and places to sit and just breathe. There is plenty of shade, too.I went alone and although I didn't have trouble with parking I noticed on my way out that parking was full. Also, there were renovations going on when I attended, and I really wanted to visit the local shop inside, but again, it was cordoned off and closed for renovation.Overall, I really enjoyed my outing, and the low price and drive were worth the trip. It was very family-friendly, and I even enjoyed a short chat with the grounds keeper.

Best botanical garden we have been to. So much variety, especially for October. Beautifully laid out. Easy to walk everywhere. Small private trails and larger roads. Planned on an hour and stayed for three, and would have stayed longer if we had the time.

What a beautiful garden! We love visiting! It’s so peaceful and always looks beautiful- fresh, seasonal plantings and frequent exhibitions make it feel like a new garden each visit.Highly recommend!

The air is pristine here and time passes differently. This hidden sanctuary is the optimal spot to find solace from the worries and anguish of every day life. There are a total of 12 gardens to visit, each specializing in a particular group of plants or theme. My personal favorites are the Rose Garden, Herb Garden, White Garden and Butterfly Garden. If you want a peaceful and intimate hideaway to enjoy with your loved ones, this is the place to go. The grand variety in plants is sure to make plant and non-plant enthusiasts alike marvel at the flourishing biodiversity. Leu Gardens also offers seasonal events like festivals and scavenger hunts, perfect for the family. Moreover, the fountains and platform at the Rose Garden are scenic areas for wedding venues and photo shoots. Not to mention, the staff are friendly, knowledgeable and warm. Admission nowadays is $15 per adult (18 and up), $10 for kids and an admirable speciality discount for veterans. If you’re looking for a regular spot to visit, walk, meditate and enjoy, Leu Gardens is the place to be.

We really enjoyed our visit. Such a calm and peaceful place to be. Watching all those botanical plants reminds me of back home in Southeast Asia, where the plants just grow wild in the forest. They also have a wedding venue available. My friend likes this place so much that she's even thinking about having a wedding over here.

I visited the Advent Health Dazzling Lights experience, and it was fantastic! The light displays were gorgeous, fun, and inspiring. There are different areas to explore and experience. I also really loved the spiked hot cocoa🤪 This was a super fun girls night out. I took 75 photos!!!

These gardens are a beautiful hidden treasure in Downtown Orlando. They are fun to explore year-round. Also, you can find events like the Dazzling Nights during the winter holiday season that is fun to explore Christmas and Holiday lights at night while enjoying the endless gardens.

Every year I visit Leu gardens during their dazzling lights and it never disappoints. I must say this year was just the same, they always add more events and things to see and I absolutely love the showcase. I have visited the garden during the day and it’s truly a beautiful and tranquil place to seek solace and enjoy the beauty that is the garden

One of my favorite places to visit in the Orlando area. Such a hidden gem. It feels like you're in another words, not in Downtown Orlando. I love how many beautiful, unique plants there are and how they're labeled. The home and the outbuildings are beautifully preserved and give such a fun glimpse into their lives

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The best place to take an non verbal autistic child as well as teenagers!! My autistic 6 year old was so excited and so happy to be at this place!! You can spend all day in this place and never finish all the cool and educational things too. The art sculptures outside the museum are gorgeous.

The Orlando Science Center is a staple in our family's yearly activities. We make sure to attend at least one special event each year, aside from the constant reconstruction that promises amazing things to come. The exhibits are always engaging, educational, and overall cool. From interactive displays on space exploration to hands-on experiments with physics and chemistry, there is something for everyone to enjoy and learn from.The kids absolutely love it, and I find myself just as captivated by the wonders of science on display. It's a great way to spend quality family time together, bonding over our shared curiosity and excitement for discovery. As we eagerly await each visit to the Orlando Science Center, we know that we are in for a day filled with fun, learning, and unforgettable memories.

Enjoyable atmosphere. I was in town visiting family and took a stroll through the museum. Certainly dedicated towards kids/teens more so than adults yet enjoyable regardless. Museum is well kept and has plenty to see. The planetarium was certainly the best part. Also, a fantastic tree right in the middle of museum that is wonderful to look at.

A very fun experience! My first time here. Came with my family and I will say that their exhibits are pretty cool. The "be a meteorologist " exhibit was definitely my favorite! It was a great place e to visit for both kids and adults 😀! A must visit

This place looks pretty cool however it get one star solely for the fact that they don’t limit capacity or they do a very poor job of it.This place was so crowded that you couldn’t do anything. The staff had no control over the crowd, parents were letting their kids destroy the place.The was absolutely the worst experience we have ever had at a science center.Save your time/ money and go someplace else.Btw, we went at 1:30pm on a Thursday.

Cool place.Way too many children. Amusing and annoying for an adult. Few hours of screaming children was all I could take.

My daughter and I love this center! It’s so much fun for the little ones and adults too! Lots of opportunities to learn from science, animals, cycle of the water, dinosaurs, they have two movie theaters there presenting instructive movies for the whole family. Definitely a place to visit!

So much for children to do and everything was so much fun for my 4 year old son. We spent the whole day here and had a hard time getting him to leave.I would recommend paying attention to the movie schedule and hitting up the CineDome early. That was my highlight as an adult. There is plenty of other stuff for the kids to do.

Spent a little over 3 hours with the family here. Our 10 year old loved this place. Lots of interactive and informative spots throughout the center. My daughter loved the beehive to be able to create thrilling artwork. Overall a good experience they are currently under remodeling, so the 2nd floor is half closed. The experience as a whole was great for the family, and the coffee is pretty good.

We went as 2 adults ($48). 4 floors at centre, bit disappointed as only dinosaur related in one room on 4th floor. We didn't realise it was more focused on children's learning (our mistake). Just bear in mind if looking to visit like us thinking there would be more dinosaurs. Cafe was great on the ground floor. Got a salad for $6.99 which was fresh and delicious. Overall, great place to bring kids 😊

My son had a wonderful birthday party I HIGHLY RECOMMEND ORLANDO SCIENCIE CENTER for your kids birthday party, they had so much fun, learning, doing different stuff, the part of the experiment was magical, thanks to the host Carmen, Bobby, Reagan and the coordinator Shelby, I really love it! So far have been the best birthday party for my Son

It’s massive and very impressive. Everything worked and was clean. My 5 year old loved it.Parking is $7, but the parking is so convenient.

We could easily spent hours or the whole day in here!Love the design of the building, how the center piece showcase a mini habitat of trees, pond, turtles and baby gators! And the current special exhibit [life] is right next to this, it's a must see.We visited on a weekday morning, not very busy. Call ahead to see if theres multiple field trips on the day you visit. They get very busy with school trips.Well staffed and the staff are helpful, engaging and explained the science or activities well.We didn't get to do all the activities, so we look forward to visit again.Tip: We are ASTC members and enjoyed our visit for free. If you are a family, check out their membership (199 family) or local science museum membership (mine 325🤦‍♀️) for this reciprocal benefit. Well worth it!

4 floors of education and fun all in one!! My kids spent 5 hours exploring each exhibit. The space area and dinosaurs were favorites. Great coffee shop on 2nd floor and excellent food area on 1st. Everyone Is very nice. An absolute gem for all kids! We will definitely be back !

We celebrated by daughter’s 8th birthday at the Science Center. When I booked the space, the team of people were so organized and professional. She had the Jurassic theme. The party coordinator kept a very good line of communication with me up until the party. She went over details and even when things changed; I was able to email her with the updates. She always responded very quickly. My entire family and friends were blown away by how beautiful all the decorations were and how the party host were so friendly and accommodating. Special touches that I appreciated, the party room had its own bathroom, they incorporated my daughters favorite colors, the activities were tastefully done. The team of hosts, Carmen, Brittney and Shelby were way beyond fantastic. Anyone that helped with the birthday party deserves so much kudos!

Such a great time every time we go.Last weekend we went to adult science night and we were able to catch one of the star-link launches.The staff was amazing by letting us know about the launch and guiding us to the outside balcony so we can see it.The organization, the food and the drinks were amazing!Shortly after we were able to go upstairs to see the moon.

My 2 1/2 year old had a blast. The reason I gave it 4/5 stars is because the food could be better and the 3rd floor was wasted space. Other than that, I do highly recommend adding this place on your to do list.

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Oh my gosh! This place was absolutely amazing and the food was to die for! So delicious! The shrimp was amazing, my burger was amazing, it was all amazing! Definitely no lack of flavor here! My drink, excellent! Highly recommend, hopefully will be dining here on my next visit!

What a pleasurable experience! First as smoker I appreciate the fact that you are allowed to smoke on the outside. I had the shrimp and grits it was AMAZING. You had choice of sides but very limited and nothing that really went with the shrimp and grits so I got fries. The wait staff was really nice. I would totally return again. Oh and they have proper pint size glasses unlike “The Station”

Came out on a Wednesday looking for a bite after exausting the Willow Tree (which I recommend if you haven't been yet.) Got the fresh catch grouper which was 1/2 pound for 15.99 and felt worth the price.The atmosphere was relaxed and the weather was good. There were a few patrons at the bar and the bar tenders were very lively and talkative and overall enjoyable to be near. Our waitress was nice if a bit relaxed.Food was good and the prices are pretty okay I think. The swamp water co*cktail was great - tasted like a pina colada just like the waitress said.Its hard to find good grouper away from the coast but it was pretty good. Not the best but not bad. The tartar sauce was good but I wanted more lol.

What a gem! We stopped here for lunch before heading to the airport and we all loved our food. We had the cheese steak sandwich, fish and chips, mahi mahi sandwich and the fish sandwich. The servings were very generous and everything was delicious. We can't wait to go back. The decor is nothing fancy, but they have a beautiful bar and fantastic covered outside area.

One of the biggest and best Cobb salads I’ve ever had! The in-house made dressings are another selling point! If you’re looking for salad in Sanford, this should be on your shortlist.

Cheese curds were great! I also liked the fried green tomatoes. Over the apps are really good. Great for watching the game nat the bar on Sundays.

Beautiful atmosphere in the later evening with the street lights. Super fast service and excellent food! I ordered the big fish sandwich meal with the blackened haddock (minus the bun), cole slaw and side salad. Their house ranch dressing was delicious! My husband ordered the blackened mahi over dirty rice. Highly recommend!

The food has frequently been hit and miss here but we thought we'd give it another try. The "chicken salad salad" was excellent as was the grilled chicken salad. Good beer selection and good people watching on the outside patio, Cool breeze blowing through, great food today.

OMG what an awesome experience! Our server was great! The food was delicious and jaw hit the floor when we saw the portion size. Sat outside and it was just great. Can't wait to return. Make sure you're hungry when you order the Sanford Special!

Wish I could give it a 4.5, but am considering to change it to a 5* if our next trip to the breezeway is better than this one. So the original beer I ordered was not in stock so I had to get second choice. My gf asked for the homemade potato chips but fries came out with her meal. A third round of unrequested drinks came to our table by “accident”, but we didn’t really have any place to go so we just took them anyways. There was a small bone in my fried chicken sandwich. A little annoying but I could tell it was very fresh. The food is always good when we come and the service is usually very solid. As you can see there’s big portions too. Will change to 5* if our next visit is better than this time around, which I’m sure it will be.

Came here for dinner while we were in the area. Great co*cktails! I got the sangria and enjoyed it. For food we got the nachos with chicken. They were good, but a bit pricey. I've never had nachos with kettle chips so it was unique. We then got the Sanford Special with a couple extra set ups. Easily enough to feed 4 people, it's a huge amount of meat! The atmosphere is really nice sitting outside. Had a good time!

We enjoyed our lunch on the Breezeway patio. The space is fun, the food was good, and our server was uber friendly and helpful (and a real hustler).

Been a patron for many years! Hadn't visited in over 2yrs, we live over an hour away. This place gets better every time we visit. Brought several friends from out of state-and we were thrilled that the quality of food and the service are still TOP NOTCH! Highly recommend!Our waiter, who reminded me of Benny from the movie Queens Gambit, was awesome! I'm positive he introduced himself, but because of his resemblance to Benny...I just can't remember what he said his name was!

It was a delight to have lunch with a friend (and her pup) at the Breezeway! We both had the fish and chips and they were delicious!(They do need a new coleslaw recipe, tho)We look forward to go there again when it's a bit cooler out! 😎

Loved the place. Gives off good ambience. The place has outdoor seating as well. The food was really great. The staff are friendly. Thumbs up for their service. Really decent seafood restaurant. Most of the dishes are at market price. Right in downtown Sanford. The streets outside have plenty of free parking.

Coming from Minnesota it is always a treat when we can have a seat outside for lunch. Heading back to Minnesota after a fairly chilly but still rewarding vacation with relatives. This will be our final meal in Florida until we return next year. Our wait staff Julie was very attentive and friendly. The cuisine was prepared properly and being able to sit outside was a bonus for sure.

Had a great lunch with family. We sat inside as it was a little cold. Had the sangria, which was very refreshing. Fried green tomatoes were great as well as the smoked fish dip. Staff was super friendly. Place was very clean. Downtown is a very nice Quaint shopping area and the breezeway is a great stopping point to enjoy a good meal at a decent price

Lively and cute place to enjoy a beer or swamp water with music playing and the little birds chirping. My waitress was such a doll and took good care of me. I got the curds which were okay. A burger, med rare with cheese, and fries, it was delicious. Both came out pretty quick and at a good temperatures.

One of my all-time favorite sandwiches, the breaded pork tenderloin, is fabulous! Also, the place has a good vibe and great service. I've been here a few times and they do not disappoint.

Really good food and a pretty cool place to go. The restaurant staff was nice and the food came out perfect . I would definitely recommend trying this place if you are ever in the area . They have something just about everyone would like. Kudos! I will definitely be coming back here In the future

I ordered the sausage gravy with two biscuits. I would not recommend this dish. It seems like they have tried to make it somewhat fancy and they would be better off just doing the regular sausage gravy with biscuits as I think it would be delicious that way. However , they added a spice of some sort and then it is slightly yellow looking. It was also very salty. My friends ordered a BLT, a grilled chicken sandwich, and french toast sticks and all of those were very good though. Very good service and nice ambiance.

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Honestly we did not know what to expect coming here for the afternoon. Buying tickets in advance, like other reviewers have said, is a fantastic idea. It makes the check in to the zoo quick and painless.Parking is free and easy! So many spots and not far to walk to the entrance. The grounds are absolutely beautiful. Just walking through the gardens and zoo was peaceful and relaxing.The zoo itself is great for the cost of admission. We even saw some of the snakes being fed, which was pretty cool! A lot of the bigger animals (bears, cheetahs, etc.) seemed to be taking it easy, so not sure if they are more active in the morning and that would be a better time to go?The facility was clean, no trash noted along the walking paths, and there is a splash zone for the kids, so bring swimwear or a change of clothes.Souvenirs (yes, because the kids will ask) were fairly priced for a facility that works on conservation; I think a toddler shirt was $22.Overall a great experience and we will definitely return when the little one is older, as I know he will love doing that zip line!

I LOVED IT!Extremely worthwhile. Sadly it was extremely hot when we got there so some of the animals were taking refugee inside their habitats.Please remember to wear sunscreen!The best part was that I got the chance to feed the giraffe, this comes at an extra cost of 6 usd apart of the entry fee.We got an ice cream before leaving, soft serve that was really good.

Really nice zoo, the whole zoo took about 90 minutes to 2 hours to explore and that was taking it at a nice pace.They have a lot of birds that are relatively close to where you can stand, with a few of them not even fully enclosed so you can look at them without a fence in the way.During the morning the animals were relatively active. They have a splash park for children.The entire zoo is shaded, with tree cover absolutely everywhere. The entire walkway is wooden paths which is nice. They have a nice little botanical garden area.They have a wide selection of animals like black bears and cougars and cheetahs and monkeys, rhinos. A few things that the Jacksonville zoo doesn't have.There are plenty of benches situated all over so if you do get exhausted you can have a place to sit.Water costs $2 Gatorade cost $4 and any canned drinks from the vending machine cost $4. I won't say to bring your own water and drinks but probably a good idea.The snack bar is relatively fairly priced, they also have alcohol in case you want to drink when you get here that is 9 to 10 bucks per drink.All in all it was a good experience and I would recommend heading over here if you are in the area. Tickets only cost about 20 bucks, 40 if you get the souvenir cup and a meal. A burger cost about 12 bucks and comes with fries.

Take a walk through the "jungle" and see all these amazing animals, birds, reptiles, and spiders. See a bear or two, a bald eagle, and otters. Take a ride on a zip line and have a bird's eye view of the zoo. You can feed a giraffe if you so desire, reasonably priced. If you have small kids there is a little play area, so they can burn off some steam. There is an opportunity to find snacks along the way. Don't miss out on an opportunity to see the Asian Luminary along your journey.

Decent sized perimeter spaced zoo. Not as many animals as I thought but fun none the less. If you buy your tickets online; before heading over you save about $2 per ticket. The entry experience was quick, fast, and easy. The staff was wonderful. Everyone was extremely friendly. They have a zipping lining excursion and trolley. It’s about 30 minutes from east Orlando. Snacks are priced well. They have a park area for the kids to play as well as a splash pad. Very clean and easy to navigate. Many of the animals were sleeping but I’m sure the heat played a role in that. Please if you are visiting in the summer time come prepared for the sun. Bring your sunscreen , bug repellent, head coverings, plenty of water and portable fans if you have.

The Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens had an event on a Friday evening that my girlfriend and I attended. I've never been to this zoo but it was great to see the various animals they have here. The giraffes and cheetahs were a first time for me to see and so close in person. The parking could be better, and many people take up more space than necessary because there are no defined spaces. The parking lot also has many pot holes that could be better filled. The train wasn't running on my visit but it would have been fun to take a ride on depending on the views. It was raining and someone got a flat tire. Sadly, only 1 employee seemed to care to do anything to assist so me and a few others helped the individual change their tire in the pouring rain. That being said, I'll probably go back to enjoy a little more time without getting rained out.

Today was my families first time at this zoo. The Botanical Garden was great and the animals were great as well. It was a nice hot day which is perfect for an outside outing. The only negative side to the zoo is they have keeper shows all around the zoo but they aren’t very specific about the location and duration of the show. Thankfully one of the staff members, Dawn assisted us with some facts about the enclosures we were interested in. We also took the train ride which was super cute and we all enjoyed it. Overall it was a great visit.

We bought our tickets online months ago, a little disappointed. We arrived at 9am when it is supposed to open. We were arriving as some employees looked like they were arriving. The parking confused me, entering the zoo confused me as well. Things were marked, but not clearly enough. Some animals weren't in their enclosures yet because staff members were cleaning enclosures out. And the whole African section of the zoo was closed for renovations. Which that is a good bit of the zoo. The reptile house was air conditioned which gave you a break from the humidity, but some enclosures at the corners were hard to see into and some things weren't in the correct exhibit. Restrooms were clean. Gift shop is small, but everything is reasonably priced. Took us about an hour to walk through the entire zoo.

Small zoo but nice seems like they are expanding most animals are close enough to get a great look at. There is a tree top obstacle, though it doesn't run through the zoo. There is also a train. Walking around is very easy they even have a splash park to play in. All in all it was a great zoo and we really enjoyed it. Purchase your tickets online you will save a few dollars, although it really was not expensive either way.

Beautiful quaint zoo. Staff very friendly and knowledgeable about the animals. Easy walk to get around and see everything. Even a small water zone for kids to run off energy and cool down. Highly recommend.

So didn't really get to go for the zoo itself but the Asian lantern festival that was being held. The lights were something to see. They were amazing! Even in the dark you can tell the actual zoo itself seems nice and decently sized though

Great wee zoo, not the biggest but packed with plenty to see. All the animals on show looked healthy and happy with clean and spacious cages. A nice touch was all the fans in the cages keeping the animals cool, which they were taking full advantage of. There are boardwalks all around the zoo, so no muddy or wet feet. They were replacing lots of the wooden fencing when we were there so it will look really nice when finished. There is a cafe and food booths in the zoo for food and drink. There are changing rooms available for the kids who get wet playing in the water fountains. Toilets are available. There is air conditioning in the gift shop, bear viewing room and exhibition centre. Lots of free parking outside the zoo. The highlight was getting to feed the giraffes ($5) for 3 lettuce leaves. There is also the chance to feed the animals in the petting zoo but this does run out quick so best do that early in the day.

Beautiful place. Need more benches in shady spots for resting. Kids loved it but the heat kept animals inside (smart animals). Checker board in the rain was the best part kids said. Also snacks and drinks were crazy expensive!

I love the zoo and botanical garden. I took my Grandson there, and he really enjoyed it. There are wooden walkways through the entire park, making it accessible for everyone. You are provided with a map at the entrance, and there are signs posted to guide you through the exhibits.I like the fact that everything is scaled to a child's eye view, so they can enjoy the exhibits all by themselves. There are plenty of areas to sit, rest, picnic,play, or buy food.There is a $2 discount if you buy tickets online. Seniors are $18.95, ages 3-12 are $16.95. Next visit,I will buy my tickets in advance.

It was great. Low key, lots of fun animals. The splash pads were a great idea for the kids to have some fun running around. A bit of a bummer the train is an up charge. One heck of a snake exhibit.

I went here for the Asian Lantern 🏮 Festival and was not disappointed. It’s so beautiful and so much though and time went into these light sculptures. I recommend going at the 7:00pm time slot because the lights are in their full glory and there are snacks and some food you can get there too if you’re hungry. By far worth the $22, amazing place to get some photos.

I purchased tickets to this event for yesterday. I ended up throwing out my back and was so upset that my family and I couldn't go. I gave them a call and replied to my ticket confirmation and asked if they could extend my tickets. Didn't think they would though.A short time later I received a call from a nice lady who was compassionate and kind. Told me they would allow us to come another day up until the display ends.I rescheduled to today with hopes my back would cooperate and was sent new tickets for today's show. How incredibly nice of them to allow a last minute reschedule.My husband , Mom and I had a Wonderful time. Thank you so much for being so accommodating 🙏.

Weekday visit was great. Not too many other guests. Although there were a number of school classes attending, the zoo staff kept them to one side of the paths. It was also interesting to listen in on the information they shared with the students regarding the various animals.Was delighted to see not only animals to view, but encounter experiences, a water splash for kids and playground area.We didn't dine at the zoo, but will add information after our next visit.The Asian Lantern Festival is currently taking place, so the displays were erected. It was a surprise to see how colorful they are before being lit. Can't wait to see them at night!It's easy to purchase tickets online, thus avoiding any lines at the ticket booth.

We enjoyed our visit to the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens. The walk around the zoo was lovely and watching the Spider Monkeys interact with one another was a highlight. Unfortunately, some of the animals' habitats were empty when we went. Nevertheless, we liked what we did see. The Reptile House is great, and there is a nice water splash area for kids with changing rooms.

We had such a blast there. It definitely is a lot bigger than I thought. They are very military friendly and give a discount. Driving to the front may seem a little tricky. When you drive up you will see a train station for their adorable little train for the kids, that's where you park and go past the station and you will see the front entrance. Once inside you will be able to explore everywhere definitely take your time and there are many animals to see. The staff was super friendly and they are everywhere to help. You get to feed a giraffe which our son absolutely loved. Definitely a place we will go again.

Very nice place to visit with family. Very clean, well maintained. The collection of animals is small, and we only needed about 3 hours to see everything. For a small fee, you can feed giraffes or have a close up encounter with Indian rhinos. This is more of an attraction geared toward locals as opposed to the tourist giants that Orlando is famous for.

The Asian Lantern Festival is an experience that is truly out of this world! My recent visit to this event left me in awe and thoroughly entertained.From the moment we arrived, it was clear that this festival is something special. The vibrant lantern displays and the magical atmosphere created an enchanting environment that captivated us from start to finish.My family and I had an amazing time exploring the festival. The intricate lantern designs and the artistry behind them were truly impressive. It's a visual feast that you won't find anywhere else.What sets this festival apart is the unique and otherworldly experience it offers. It's a journey into a different realm, and I felt transported to a place of wonder and delight.I highly recommend the Asian Lantern Festival to anyone seeking a one-of-a-kind experience that's truly extraordinary. It's a testament to creativity and artistry that will leave you with memories to cherish. Thank you to the organizers for bringing this incredible event to life!

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I got great seats and the fanzone experience but it wasn't the VIP I truly wanted. Drivers don't sign autographs for kids anymore. That was kinda disappointing. Race was great. Prices not bad at the concessions.

It was an excellent experience to go to Daytona and be inside the most famous track in the world, we went to the Jeep Beach festival, it is a “crazy pod” the volunteers and everyone who was there were happy, the vibe was spectacular!!! Daytona here I go again

Posting review late, we visited here on September 17, 2023Highly recommend coming here, either for a race or to experience the tours! I was a little kid in a candy store, this place is amazing if you're a race fan! I recommend doing the tour, lots of great information that I never knew about!If you don't do the tour, definitely go visit the museum! They don't just have Daytona cars in there. They have a little bit of everything! Very cool! I wish we would've had more time to see everything in the museum though, we had to catch our tour bus by a certain time. The gift shop has something for everyone, so don't leave without stopping in there. Overall, I'm very happy we came here even though it wasn't race day! We'll be back though!

This place is more organized than my local school district, amusem*nt park, and boyscout troop combined. Everyone is so incredibly nice.Our experience is a memory for a life time.

They've really improved the fan experience over the years here. You can't have a bad time at DIS even when the weather isn't optimal. We had the coldest weather for the Rolex 24 and I'm not a cold weather girl but I braved it and had an awesome time with my Mom!

This is the closest racetrack to us. I like to go here for the several car shows they have during the year and for the museum. This is the best time to visit as there is plenty of spaces to park then. If they are having a race make sure you get there early as it will fill up quickly. The museum is real nice and you can see the history of the track there as well as some of the cars that raced on it. This is also the place to buy your souvenirs.

My grandsons and I took the tour of the Speedway. It was awesome! They are big race fans and enjoyed being able to get on the track. This tour is worth the $25 tickets. It also includes the museum.

This experience was awesome. We got the tickets to take our boys to see the museum and take the tour of the track. It was well worth it. Our kids had so much fun, and we were so happy that they enjoyed it. It was a bit pricey, but honestly, it was worth it, especially seeing my kids' faces.

A must for car enthusiast! The tour is awesome!! Our guide was very knowledgeable, got to see most of the track, even had some cars going round the track. Lots of great auto racing history in the museum

I loved attending the Rolex 24 race! I've also taken the Speedway tram tour a few times and really enjoyed that experience as well! I don't even know anything about racing.😉 The tours are a little different every time depending on what is happening at the track. Always plan ahead because tours can sell out. I highly recommend any activity at The Daytona International Speedway!

This racetrack was much bigger than I thought the pictures don’t even give it justice! I was supposed to attend the Daytona 500 this year but because of the rain they had to postpone it till the following Monday so I had to go home. However, even though the Xfinity race and the Daytona 500 race was postponed because of the rain, I still enjoyed my time and got to see race cars up close and got to see how they land in their positions. It was an awesome experience. Will come again when the weather gets better.

I won a chance to drive my own car on Daytona International Speedway through a loyalty rewards program called Marriott Bonvoy. I drive a Suburban daily, so I did the only sensible thing I could think of, I rented a 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 3LT with every bell and whistle on it Chevy has and had the time of my life! We were supposed to only get four laps each on the track, but a few of us got lucky and got five in! It was something I'll never forget. All of the employees went out of there way to make sure we were all having a great time, top notch from start to finish!

Went to Daytona 500. What a wild ride. We had 2nd row seats and it was intense. I wanted to experience the most intense experience and we got it. However you will have a better viewing experience from the top rows.All in all I really enjoyed it.Once in a lifetime experience don't care to go back. It's far more enjoyable on TV.But it was an intense and insane experience in reality

Truly a cool place for all gear heads and car enthusiasts. Enjoyed attending the Turkey Run car show. So much to see, all on the inside of the track. Really cool getting to walk on such a famous track racetrack! Didn't have to pay for parking either.

One of the best experiences I had on my Florida visit! Most people are not aware that you can actually buy tour tickets that will take them directly on the actual race track (near the start finish line!) which is super cool as you get to experience the track by being actually on it!

First time to a race. It was cool ! I loved the seats we were in it was a great view. Bring your own snacks and drinks its pretty expensive to buy food.Fun day except for the accident. 😬

The tour guide was very knowledgeable. He gave many opportunities for pictures to be taken. Staff even assisted everyone with picture taking.We got to see a handful of cars do laps around the track. The facility as a whole is very well kept.The only downside is that I felt a sense of "bait of switch" with the supposed photo that was noted to be included in the tour.Multiple pictures ARE taken,and you have the opportunity to choose whichever you like at the end of the tour.HOWEVER, you get presented with different options of your pictures to PURCHASE 😬. If you don't buy it,they give you a card with a QR code to SCAN and download/upload..🤯 The advertising clearly says that a picture is included..but they didn't specify as to HOW..so fyi..but despite that, I'd return there hands down. Oh and the guide gave helpful advice about attending when actual events are happening! That itself will be helpful for anyone 🥳.

The Nascar experience was incredible. If you can really try and pick a package that is longer than 8 minutes. I did the 32 minute package and don't regret a single thing! All the people helping you are professional and friendly. The ladies running the souvenir booth are awesome.

My husband and I took the tour. You get so much more for your money. The people are so nice and helpful to answer all your questions. It is so much to see, and you get your picture taken. They can print it there, and they also give you a card to scan and order it.

We visited for the Magic or Lights. Our family really enjoyed it. It seemed much longer than other displays we have visited which made it a good value for the money. The staff was friendly, and the picture ops very nice. We will definitely be back next year and hope it's a little different each time.

One of America's most iconic sports venues. Attended the 2024 Daytona 500 but spent the day before at the museum and on the midway. My son and I had SO much fun and thoroughly enjoyed race day! But you can go to the museum and to take a tour when there are no races and learn about racing rich history, not just NASCAR. I will be back!

I just happen to be traveling and working in the Daytona Beach area on Bike Week so I decided to shoot across the street from where I was working, to the Daytona Speedway to check out all the vendors and awesome bikes. I commend the event for all of the signage and barricades that they put up. Everything was easy to navigate and there were NO QUESTIONS on where you could and couldn't enter or exit at. It was quite the awesome sight and experience! Everyone I met or spoke to was super cool and approachable. (Yes..even some of the bikers that were a little long in the tooth...they were all awesome people!) Good energy, good vibes, good people, great bikes, great times! Everyone should experience this, even if you don't ride...you'll enjoy it!

Went with friends to take the tour. We had a great tour guide “Dave”. Very knowledgeable. Made the experience worth going. Sold us all on the sport and we will be coming back for a race. Thanks Dave !

For all the car enthusiast out there this is a once on lifetime experience if you get to go to Daytona 500 even if you’re not a big NASCAR person it’s really cool to see the speed and the culture at this racetrack. The track is beautifully maintained and the grandstand is well built where everything is very visible at the venue is also extremely friendly

Went for the Daytona 500 and will for sure go back. Track is huge. Lost of different levels for different views. Seats were honestly not bad. Free wifi was pretty fast to be honest. Really good connection. Bathrooms were clean. Parking is obviously madness but it’s expected with events of that size. Entrance was super easy. 10/10 in my book.

Fantastic experience, fanzone tickets a must, signed start line. Live bands, food amazing. Atmosphere unbelievable. Definitely need ear plugs. Daytona 500 book well in advance. Great day, but be prepared to stay in the area a few days after as they may change the day of race depending on the weather.

If you’re a NASCAR fan you need to visit the Daytona Speedway at least once. This place is massive. Don’t sleep on seeing a concert here or catching any race including the Rolex 24 hour of the Daytona 500. If you’re ready for more than take a few laps in a stock car at 150 miles per hour +

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Been coming here for 40 plus yrs. Still amazed at the size of this beach. It's never crowded, anytime of the day. It's a gradual walk into the water, no drop off. Perfect for kids. Lots of places to stay and eat. The pier is so much fun on a Saturday night.You can't beat this place!

Save your money not worth it.. unless you bring everything there is nothing to do here. The water is nice and the beach is relatively clean but other than that it's not worth it. It's packed and loud, no shade or any attraction, not really any where to get food. and despite the fact that on the website it says there are designated areas where you can take your dogs there are none and you will get kicked off the beach, after they take your money and let you on it

Miles of old worn-down and poorly-aging condominiums dot the highway. The place needs a major face-lift and more recreational and modernized dining options. Some of the high rises are so close to the waterline, it looks like they are about to fall in. In December, this place is a ghost town.

The ‘Worlds Most Famous Beach Daytona Beach’ sign is nice and all but really the beach is pretty good and totally worth a visit; don’t just snap the sign and leave. Mostly blue water, light sands and great to see everyone social distancing. waves looked fairly gentle, a lot of fishing and a lot of families having good times in the sun. Beach umbrella rentals doing a roaring trade when I was there.

Awesome views with great beaches. Very convenient to drive on beach and park not having to drag coolers, umbrellas, etc.

A beautiful beach ⛱️ it was worth stopping g by and swimming 🏊‍♂️ in

If you are planning to visit this beach, do not search “Daytona Beach” we got confused as Daytona beach is a city name. You need to search by including “World famous” in it, and it’s for a reason! You can drive in your car around the shore for $20. The beach is very clean and calm. If you have enough time do spend an evening there, you will never get bored of this calmness. We saw all kinds of people having fun, camping, dancing, modeling and making best of their time. There are limited parking outside the entry gate, it’s better to take ticket and drive at the shore. A must go if you are around Orlando

Very clean beach, never crowded and the water is always fun to play in. If you are lucky enough, you can catch dolphins swimming near the shore in the morning.

Daytona beach really surprised me! I loooved getting to spend time in the water and just relaxing. Very chill and family vibes. The sand is white and the water is clear enough for me. I would definitely go again and visit!

Came by to walk the pier and check out the food. The whole beach smells like smoke and garbage. It feels super dirty so you won’t have an appetite. The beach did look like a great spot to play in the sand and had great waves.

I normally avoid this are of Daytona, it is where the party seen is. Although I went today seeing how last minute we decided to go watch the sunrise so we did and then hung around the beach for a few hours. The beach was dirty the people that go there to party unfortunately do not clean up after themselves! There was a man passed out in the sand as well, clearly from the night before and yes I made sure he was alive and gave him some water and he went back to sleep without a care in the world. Do your part and clean up your trash.Otherwise it was a great trip. We enjoyed the sunrise and we spent a couple of hours getting some vitamin D. Kudos to the workers on the beach they where out early picking up the trash and emptying bins doing their best to clean it up so BIG THANKS for that. I would advise going further away from the boardwalk for family’s just my opinion but as always we had a great time.

Driving on the beach is a different experience. But other than that, nothing special about the beach. Very congested place. Unclean beach. No easy access to showers or washrooms. People blasting music with loud speakers and smoking everywhere. Can’t even breathe fresh air at the beach due to the cigarette smell. Jacksonville and St.Augustine beaches are so much better. Daytona is an overhyped place.

This area (experiencing a high rise construction boom) has become run-down, with little variety in cheesy souvenir shops, T-shirt shops and bars predominant. Everywhere we walked we inhaled the secondhand skunky-stink of pot smoking tourists. Ugh. The beach itself was a mess with trash - tossed cups and food rinds littering the sand. Sidewalks are grimy - City of Daytona Beach, you should be ashamed..! Hire people to rake the beaches and use pressure washers on those sidewalks.! Disgusted by the condition - we will never return here..!

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It's a huge beach, everything is clean. I rested under the bridge and saw a lot of people walking around. It was very fresh being down there.I didn't swim because of the strong waves and also we found some jellyfish on the sand, they're dangerous.Near the beach, you'll find many stores to get souvenirs and different stuff.There's a slingshot and other attraction if you want to take a ride..

We visited the Main Street Pier on a weekday in January, 2024. It was pretty much what I expected in most regards. I have been to quite a few piers over the years, and they all have the similar qualities being over the water with great views. So this one was pretty much the same. It was a cool and partly cloudy when we visited, with temperatures at the beach in the 70's to 80ish in the afternoon.This pier had a large Joe's Crab Shack restaurant in the middle of the pier. Other piers like the Santa Monica pier in California also have restaurants and such to a larger (and better) extent. In this case, the crab shack is basically the only building on the pier. Where as the Santa Monica pier has many choices. So the Main Street Pier is nice, but not overly large and with limited things to do on the pier itself.The Main Street Pier seemed to be in need of some maintenance, in my opinion. The wood seemed to be aging and looked to be in need of some replacement. I'm not saying that anything looked unsafe. Only that it looked like it could use some work. There were quite a few places where there were what seemed like patches on the decking, made of materials that looked nothing like the wood decking.We were interested in the restaurant, but they didn't have a menu outside available to pre-view. As such, we passed and ate elsewhere. So I cannot say how anything pertaining to the crab shack was, other than the lack of the outside menu.The pier had quite a few folks fishing off the pier on the ocean side, for the obvious reasons. But there was still a fair amount of room to take in the views and snap a few pictures. The fishermen kind of kept to themselves, but didn't prevent other folks seeking views or such.I don't know for sure, but there might be restrooms in the crab shack building. Although they are probably only for the crab shack customers. Like I said, I don't know since we didn't go inside. Although there are public restrooms right at the beach end of the pier at the park. They seemed fairly large and adequately clean when we visited. Although I will point out that the area was quiet that day. It might be different when the crowds increase.So all in all, the Daytona Beach Main Street Pier is a nice place to visit when you're in the Daytona Beach area. No it is not perfect and far from the best pier I have been to. But it is definitely worth a walk on. We also were not asked to pay a charge to visit the pier. Well other than our paying to park our vehicle near by at the park.

We visited this spot during Christmas and one of the best beach area in east Florida. We walked around the beach it was cool breeze and relaxing. Enjoyed beach side rides and foodMust visit spot if you travel around east.One thing to note is parking , it will be difficult to get parking as sun goes down better you reach early to access metered parking

This pier is amazing during sunrise! The sun rises in front of you and the vast of the ocean leaves you in awe. Breathe taking views!! The walk is not bad at all and there is free parking everyday until 9am. So get there early to see the sunrise! You will thank me later.

Clean and very spacious. Umbrella 🏖rentals $40 for the whole day. Good deal 👌 stores and food nearby.

Free public pier, not crowded at all. Plenty of space to stand and watch the waves crashing in. Tried to observe the sea life but no luck due to rough waves.Couple of bars/pubs serving drinks and food. All clean and friendly. Live music on the roof top with plenty of comfy seats.

A lively and fantastic pier on Daytona Beach! Plenty of shops and restaurants to choose from! Safe, clean and very beautiful! Prices are fairly reasonable for a Florida beach. Not very crowded as it was on a weekday evening. Plenty of attractions and hotels nearby. Staff and employees were very helpful and very friendly! Very beautiful at night! Highly recommend making a visit here if you are in the Daytona area!

I wish there weren't awful hatt Preachers right out in front of the hotel where I was at. But I sure had fun with the Hare krishnas when those awful people tried to attack. I do feel bad that your race car Beach is almost non-existent because of sea level rise. All of the stairs have been taken out because of it except for one set where the hate preachers are.

We visited during an off season and the beaches are fairly clean. Parking was easy and there is a lot of shopping. A must do to see spectacular sunrises!!

This pier was nice. The Boardwalk was nice too. The parking is $2 for an hour (it goes up from there, but I only paid for an hour). Dogs may be allowed on the boardwalk, but they are not allowed on the pier. To walk onto it is also free, and it closes by 7pm. You do not need to go inside the restaurant to walk onto the pier, there's a walkway right near the entrance that will take you around. Fishing is $3 per person I believe.

Daytona Beach offers plenty of places to eat and drink. The beach is amazing. You can pay to park on the beach for $20. Keep an eye on the tide times. Parking outside of the beach is difficult unless you go to main street and park in the public parking and walk down. (Approx 10 min walk) Main street offers plenty of small shops , food and drinks. Go on event dates like Bike Week and it's really good fun and full of bikes showing off their mods. Well worth visiting if visiting. Parking in the local multi story will cost you $10 for the day. Overall if your in the area or thinking of visiting it's a nice afternoon/ day

The pier is surrounded by plenty of ships and restaurants with a restaurant directly in the middle of the pier. It has a small splash pad right below the entrance for small children. You can fish on the end of the pier and they have signs posted of what type of fish you might catch along with which ones you can keep and which ones you are required to release which I found very useful. There were several people fishing and we enjoyed watching them. It is a pretty long pier that gives you nice views of the ocean, beach, and the condos and hotels that are on the beachfront. If you enjoy taking pictures, the pier is a wonderful place to do so! It offers beautiful landscape, nature, and waterfront photo ops, so don't forget your camera or make sure that your phone is charged because you don't want to miss out on capturing some beautiful views!

Such a FUN place to go to! 😃. Lots of great shops and restaurants, the Ocean 🌊, and some great history as well! If you're near this spot, GO. Really great place 😃

Daytona Beach Main Street PierWe came here in 2018. Such a beautiful place. Nice waters. Great weather. Many people. Good food too.Highly Recommended

The pier was not overly full when we visited midday the day before the Daytona 500. There were just a few people fishing, and it was a nice little walk.

Perfect spot to spend time with friends and family, there are several places to eat and have something relaxed, plus nice view...

Fun, upbeat environment. Friendly staff. Good food at both restaurants. Definitely plan to return.

We had a great date night long the shore! Ate at The Roof restaurant above Joe's crab shack. Beautiful views at sunset, from the rooftop.

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I stayed at the ocean walk (south tower). Please do not book here. My family, 5 people were shocked. The service was poor and the room was not clean and dusty. I brought a cargo for my car and the security told me that it was too tall for the parking garage and suggested that I should remove it. I was okay with that and asked them if they had a storage unit I could place it in. They said that they have a storage unit, but they were used. They told me to either park my car somewhere else or take the cargo off and bring to the balcony. I didn’t want to park away from the hotel because it was far and inconvenient. I asked if I could have assistance bringing the cargo upstairs and they said no because the doorbell guy didn’t work for oceanwalk but for wyndham. I was very upset. The room smelled like dust and my son has asthma and was sneezing and coughing almost the whole time. The room was very outdated and old. The sofa was wore out and torn on the side. The bathroom was disgusting. The shower curtain was moldy, water pressure was very poor and the room only came with one roll of toliet paper. I asked for toliet paper at guest services and they said they would sent some for me to my unit. I waited an hour and came back down to ask again. They said that they would “talk to the owner” and then said that they couldn’t bring toliet paper to me, and they I went to talk to the security and they said to wait and then disappeared. I was very upset how my room only came with one trash bag and one roll of toliet paper for 5 people and 4 nights. When I went to the pool, they said that oceanwalk doesn’t provide towels and that I should use my own and the ones in the hotel room. This was not worth my time and money. I really do not suggest this place to anyone. Save your time and money somewhere else.

I remember when this resort opened up. I live a couple of towns away. The place is falling apart. We told the lady at check in that I was disabled and they told us that they were out of rooms. We got a room the furthest away from the elevators. It was very upsetting they claim that the lazy river is heated and it’s not. So at night. If you want to go for a lazy float you’ll be freezing. I used to love this place. They need to use their maintenance fees correctly to fix up the place.

By far the worst hotel experience I have ever had. They first cannot accommodate me in a room I already paid in full for. Then they only give me 1 parking space for a room that sleeps 8+ people. It's 5pm we are trying to check in and our room is not available until 7:30pm! Also when trying to get coffee they do not provide coffee to our specific room number. And when trying to check in they tried to over charge me by me paying again for a room I already paid in full for.Worst experience ever not looking forward for the rest of my stay here until Tuesday.

The place itself is great. Very clean and spacious. However, if you book through VRBO and the rental management company says VACASA, do NOT book that property!! There is some dispute between Ocean Walk and Vacasa and even though you'll be paid in full and have a reservation number, you will be turned away! 27 of us were displaced. We were notified upon check in that Ocean Walk will not honor our reservation even though we were paid in full and have emails/texts from vacasa with our room numbers. We were all turned away. Some of us had the reservations for 6-12 months! I would recommend booking directly through an owner if possible. Some of us booked through VRBO and the property we chose wasn't managed through Vacasa and those reservations were fine. Just be on the look out for if it's managed by Vacasa

The Resort is good the only problem I had this year which I know was my fault. But when you leave something behind there lost and found can not find my items. I was told numerous time they always turn in stuff they find. Well I guess they were not so honest when they found my belongings. Call security numerous times and the last call I was told they would call me back no matter the out come. No call back was made 😡🤬advice make sure you double triple check your room before you leave.

The amount of people that have to share 3 elevators bc 1 is out of order is absurd.Be prepared to spend most your trip waiting on elevators.Rooms are sub par stocked, so being your own cooking utensils. Ice maker don't work.Just a mediocre service for the amount of money paid for the rooms.Never again

This place stole money from me, they are dishonest .ln my stay my air conditioner in my room broke on 4 separate occasions. Kept having to cut vacation short to come back to room for a technician. Explained to the manager Daniel at the front desk I wanted to check out a day early because it just wasn’t worth the trouble no more as it was no longer a vacation. He apologized and told me that the money would be refunded to my credit card for the day I did not stay. Over a month later I’ve left messages and had to open a credit dispute which the hotel claims they’d never promised and denied. Morally corrupt. Be aware to this hotel shares this property without another hotel which the staffs are constantly at war with eachother. I witnessed an arrest at the hotel, the area is flooded with homeless because the staff only enforces rules on small children, and as mentioned above their word obviously means nothing. Please be aware before you encounter the same issues which my family did.

Nice location, but the resort is all about selling timeshare to you. They hound you, and when you say no, they won't respond to you if you have a maintenance need in your unit. The units are old, and they have issues. They say that they have been renovated, but that is evidently untrue. Maybe they tried to fake it by using the 1970's furniture that was cracked and adding new table tops. This is not Wyndham quality. Someone in management needs to look at where the owners' money for maintenance fees are going. Definitely not into this resort!

We booked unit 1601 last month and recently found out a family member has cancer and will need surgery so we can't take the trip. We requested a deposit refund and the unit owner refused our request. The trip is months away and they still said no. Buyer beware of unit 1601. If they are this inconsiderate I would look elsewhere and recommend that you find another owner to rent from

Found a dried up bed bug and stain on the comforter. Someone came to “inspect” while we were gone and did not see it. We had to call the front desk multiple times. Our sheets were not changed. Eventually we got just 1 single flat sheet to cover ourself for the night. We never got another clean comforter and the old dirty comforter with the bed bug and stain was left in our room. Very disappointing experience.

They take their bitter sweet time to get you checked for the price, that's for sure... but then have all day to talk about timeshares. But hey; common sense isn't a tool for idiots. That defintently applies to most of the employees here. Can't fix stupid. 🫡Also, whoever designed the check-in area out front must eat dirt or something. Absolutely nowhere to park while you're checking in. Like I said... can't fix stupid.

Love love love this hotel but the problem is if you want a chair at the pool you’ll have to get up 2 hours early because people wake up at the crack of dawn to claim as many chairs as they can. Do the works do nothing about it. The photo shows a line to get chair 40 minutes before the pool opens

Not the same place I stayed 10 years ago. First off the ladies at the check in desk could care less about the owner rentals. Wouldn't let me checking on time without a fuss, wouldn't let me use a large cart to unload without making me feel like a criminal. And don't bother asking for towels. The Ocean walk Shoppes are also a big disappointment, very dirty not maintained. Needs a new maintenance supervisor. This place was happening years ago. Sad to see it in this condition.

Very nice location and amenities. If you're a sun bather, the beach gets sun all day, but the resort pool sunlight is blocked by the building in the afternoon.

Just returned from Fall Break. This is a tough review to write as I've been coming here with our family for almost 10 years. It's always been our favorite place.We checked in around 11PM and the front desk person had gone home for the day so security did a temporary check-in that expired at 10AM the next morning. We had to check-in again early the next day. Small hiccup but annoying.The property has definitely gone through some decline. There used to be a large kids area down in the lower level with an activities room with daily activity for kids, a play room for toddlers, and a huge arcade. That is replaced with sadly the main focus: Timeshare sales. They did take a fraction of the arcade up a few floors. The once bar area downstairs has been remodeled but was never opened. There is a decent little food spot downstairs but they close early. All drinks and food are to be purchased outside at the poolside bar.I'll be honest and share some Pro's: Great location, great pool area, friendly bar staff poolside, access to the beach. The property focuses so much on timeshare and that is where they devote most of their money AND staff. There are also privately owned condos at this property which are not maintained very well, and we found out by staying in one this trip. The light in the bathroom was out, microwave rusted, curtains broke, garbage disposal broke, bathtub stained... it was numerous. BUT the worst part was that the beds were awful! I think they were the original mattresses. Nothing but old springs and they were sunken in the middle. My husband had to sleep on the couch. We eventually checked out early. We communicated this all to our owner (through Airbnb), but she said it was highly discounted room already. We spent $1400+ for 5 days.We also were used to getting towels from the desk downstairs and did so for 3 out of our 5 days. On day 4, my husband was embarrassed and mad because in front of the man who gave us towels all week, the woman said "I'm sorry those are for guests of the Wyndham Resort ONLY." He was instructed to go over to another desk of the privately owned condos and that person said, you have to use towels in your room. You are given different bracelets you are required to always wear on property that distinguishes you from a resort person or a guest of the private owned condos. I went online to see how much summer would be in a Wyndham Resort website and same rooms were about $4,000 for a week. SERIOUSLY!?! Wow. Sadly, my family will have to find another property to spend our time and money next year. Very disappointing. Daytona has been my second home for well over 35 years.

Beautiful place, stayed here for the weekend and it was great. the hotel has multiple pools and a lazy river which i spent a good amount of my time in and connects directly to the beach. The food there is really good as well, had the best quesadillas there. Would come back again. The room i stayed in was three rooms and had a patio, kitchen and living space with two bathrooms. There was a patio which gave us the prettiest view of the beach. The resort is also located on this boardwalk that has restaurants and other shops and activities. Additionally, the resort itself holds events everyday other than monday which is cool. There’s a also an indoor pool which hosts movies from time to time which i found interesting. Overall had a great time and would come back again.

Avoid units 2023 A & B! I paid more here than I have *ever* paid per night for lodging because I wanted to treat my family to what I thought was a special place. Don't make the same mistake!Vacasa, not Wyndham, manages these units. They appear not to have done any maintenance in years (& not much cleaning either). Their photos are deceptive, so I'm sharing some of mine.Reached out to Vacasa on day 2 of 2. They offered to send maintenance but we didn't want to waste our little remaining time waiting for workers who may or may not show. All this should have been fixed in between bookings, not at the expense of the customer's time.Left message for local manager after missing her call, but she never returned my call.

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Captain Bob is everything that you can ask for in a tour guide; knowledgeable, friendly, with southern wit and incredibly entertaining. Maybe he will let you even drive the boat...

I have been on this tour six times over the last three years and it is always a marvelous experience. Anytime I have guests in town, we will be on the boat. Captain Bob, as always, is very entertaining, knowledgeable and accommodating. I always learn things about the flora and fauna and my guests have raved about the tours. Looking forward to our next trip for Thanksgiving time. Thank you Bob, see you again soon!

The four of us really enjoyed the River Tour today. Tina was very helpful making the reservations and Captain Bob could not have been nicer. The Captain narrated as he piloted the boat. He was very knowledgeable and a pleasure to listen to.Also made plans to have lunch at the Williams Landing Restaurant, located where you catch the boat. Great food, great service!

My husband, son and I took my father on this tour for Father’s Day. It is difficult for my dad to get around, so I called and discussed his mobility issues with Tina before booking the trip. She was gracious and very accommodating. The trip on the river was delightful and Captain Bob was fun and full of information about the river’s flora and fauna as well as local history. After we returned, we stayed and enjoyed a lovely lunch at the Blackwater Inn. Don’t miss this trip!

This was a fun cruise with a knowledgeable captain. Lots of wildlife birds and gaters.

The boat trip was everything I expected. Staff was curteous. The trip started on time. Our Captain Rob shared his experiences on the river and pointed out alligators, native flowers and told us about the slider turtles we saw. The air was full of Osprey! Very beautiful day on the river.

Had a blast...we saw so many different kinds of birds and turtles. Saw gators of different ages. We even saw a manatee come up from the water. Rob was a great captain!

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