Florida Zoos, Aquariums & Animal Attractions
- Zoo Miami – Miami
Florida’s largest and oldest zoo, spanning 750 acres with over 3,000 animals from Asia, Africa, Australia, and the Americas. Features open-air, cageless exhibits, tram tours, splash zones, animal feedings, and interactive encounters. - ZooTampa at Lowry Park – Tampa
AZA-accredited zoo with 1,700 animals and immersive habitats, including Safari Africa, Asian Gardens, and a renowned Florida Wildlife Center with a manatee hospital and aquatic habitats. - Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens – Jacksonville
Over 2,000 animals and 1,000 plant species, with highlights like Range of the Jaguar, Land of the Tiger, and a river cruise for dolphin and manatee viewing. - Brevard Zoo – Melbourne
Home to 900+ animals on 75 acres. Offers kayaking through Expedition Africa, giraffe feeding, a treetop trek, splash pad, and interactive animal encounters. - Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society – West Palm Beach
Lush, 23-acre zoo with 550+ animals, including rare and endangered species. Offers sloth and koala encounters, shaded paths, splash play area, and conservation programs. - Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens – Naples
Historic botanical garden and zoo with giraffe feeding, boat tours to primate islands, and unique exhibits like honey badgers and fosa. - Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens – Sanford
Features 350+ animals, a splash park, zip line, big cat encounters, and guided walking tours. - Lion Country Safari – Loxahatchee
Drive-through safari park with 900+ animals roaming free, plus walk-through safari, rides, water sprayground, and animal feeding experiences. - Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park – Fort Walton Beach
Marine park with dolphin and sea lion shows, touch tanks, and animal encounters with rays, turtles, and alligators. - The Florida Aquarium – Tampa
Massive aquarium with 8,000+ animals and plants, wild dolphin cruises, coral reef tunnel, touch tanks, and a splash pad for kids. - Miami Seaquarium – Miami
Marine park with dolphin, sea lion, and killer whale shows, plus manatee and sea turtle exhibits and educational encounters. - Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium – Sarasota
Research-focused aquarium with 100+ species of marine life, including sharks, manatees, sea turtles, and interactive touch pools. - Clearwater Marine Aquarium – Clearwater
Famous for rescued dolphins Winter and Hope, this aquarium focuses on rescue, rehabilitation, and release of marine animals, with interactive exhibits and boat tours. - Key West Aquarium – Key West
Historic aquarium with shark and turtle feedings, touch tanks, and Florida Keys marine life exhibits. - Gumbo Limbo Nature Center – Boca Raton
Nature center with saltwater aquariums, sea turtle rehabilitation, butterfly garden, and nature trails. - Busch Gardens Tampa Bay – Tampa
World-class theme park and zoo with 200+ species, thrill rides, up-close animal encounters, and a Serengeti Safari. - Discovery Cove – Orlando
All-inclusive resort where guests can swim with dolphins, snorkel with rays and tropical fish, and hand-feed exotic birds. - SeaWorld Orlando – Orlando
Marine theme park with orca, dolphin, and sea lion shows, thrill rides, aquariums, and animal encounters. - St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park – St. Augustine
Historic zoo with every living species of crocodilian, plus lemurs, birds, reptiles, and thrilling zip line courses over alligator habitats. - Sarasota Jungle Gardens – Sarasota
Botanical gardens with flamingos, parrots, alligators, monkeys, and interactive animal shows. - Everglades Alligator Farm – Homestead
Working alligator farm with airboat rides, alligator shows, and wildlife encounters with snakes and birds. - Gatorland – Orlando
Iconic “Alligator Capital of the World” with thousands of alligators and crocodiles, breeding marsh, zip line, and animal encounters. - Brevard Zoo – Melbourne
Kayak through animal habitats, feed giraffes, and enjoy a splash pad and treetop adventure course at this AZA-accredited zoo. - Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens – Sanford
350+ animals, splash park, zip line, and hands-on animal encounters. - Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo – Gainesville
Only college zookeeper training facility in the U.S., with 75+ species and immersive educational experiences. - Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center – St. Petersburg
Hands-on marine science center with touch tanks, aquariums, and boat eco-tours.
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