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Big Cat Habitat and Gulf Coast Sanctuary rating icon 10

7101 Palmer Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34240, USA copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 46 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 3 of 263
Popularity Worldwide: 210 of 28980
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James February 10, 2025

Bring a camera but be mindful of the rules about flash photography. I missed some great moments because I forgot to turn mine off, so double-check before snapping away!

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William November 8, 2024

I suggest packing snacks and water. The food options were limited and a bit pricey, so having a little picnic made my day much better!

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Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary rating icon 8.9

Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, Collier County, Florida, United States copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 430 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 30 of 263
Popularity Worldwide: 3080 of 28980
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Donald October 23, 2024

pack a small lunch or snacks. the café has limited options and can get busy, so it's nice to have your own food to enjoy on the boardwalk.

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ZooTampa at Lowry Park rating icon 7.9

1101 W Sligh Ave, Tampa, FL 33604, USA copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 875 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 56 of 263
Popularity Worldwide: 5969 of 28980
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Betty January 22, 2025

Take your time wandering the exhibits, but I suggest hitting the more popular ones (like the koalas and tigers) first before the crowds roll in around noon. It makes for better photos!

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Mark January 3, 2025

If you’re looking to save on food, bring your own snacks or a packed lunch. The dining options are pricey for what you get, and there are nice picnic spots in the park!

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Susan November 26, 2024

I recommend getting there right when they open around 9:30 AM. It’s way less crowded and you can see the animals more up close. Plus, you’ll have more time to explore before the heat sets in!

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Steven November 8, 2024

I noticed they have cool discounts for military and Florida residents. If that's you, don’t miss out on saving some cash by bringing proof.

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McCarthy's Wildlife Sanctuary rating icon 7.7

12943 61st St N, West Palm Beach, FL 33412, USA copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 939 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 62 of 263
Popularity Worldwide: 6420 of 28980
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Joshua February 18, 2025

Check the feeding schedule for the animals. I caught the tiger feeding, which was incredible! It's way more exciting to see animals during feeding time.

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Benjamin December 9, 2024

If you’re into photography, visit during golden hour. The light for photos is just beautiful then! I went in the middle of the day and the harsh sunlight wasn’t ideal for pics.

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James October 23, 2024

Bring snacks and water; even though they have a small cafe, it’s kinda pricey and limited options. I brought my own, which saved me a few bucks!

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St. Augustine Alligator Farm rating icon 5.7

999 Anastasia Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32080, USA copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 1748 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 114 of 263
Popularity Worldwide: 12522 of 28980
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Anthony January 6, 2025

I recommend going early, like around 9 AM, to beat the crowds and have a better chance of seeing the alligators active and splashing around. It gets really busy later!

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Ryan December 28, 2024

My advice is to grab the combo ticket with the zip line. It’s such a thrill to swoop over the alligators, and it saves you a few bucks compared to buying individually!

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Big Cat Rescue rating icon 4.2

12802 Easy St, Tampa, FL 33625, USA copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 2367 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 155 of 263
Popularity Worldwide: 16724 of 28980
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Susan February 6, 2025

I heard a lot of people say buy your tickets online in advance. It saved me a ton of time when I skipped the ticket line and just went straight in!

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Jane January 2, 2025

Definitely bring some snacks and drinks. The prices at the café are a bit high, so I brought my own and saved some cash for souvenirs instead.

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Serengeti Safari rating icon 3

10165 McKinley Dr, Tampa, FL 33612, USA copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 2842 of 3727
Popularity in Category: 181 of 263
Popularity Worldwide: 20289 of 28980
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Anthony December 29, 2024

My advice is to bring extra snacks and a refillable water bottle. Food inside is a bit pricey, and you'll want to stay hydrated while exploring!

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