Top Florida Zoos & Wildlife Parks

Get to know central Florida’s endangered manatees on this boat tour. Swim and snorkel with these gentle giants at the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge, located in King’s Bay in the town of Crystal River — well known as the home of the manatee. Photos above and below the water will be taken throughout the tour and can be purchased afterward, if desired. Use of a mask, snorkel gear and wet suit, plus fees and beverages are included.

Ensure a fun-filled family day out by booking your general admission ticket to Zoo Miami in advance. Inside the cage less zoo, animals such as elephants, koalas, monkeys, and rhinoceroses roam freely in habitats separated by moats. Upgrade your ticket to include a Food and Beverage Package.

Explore and learn about more than 9,000 sea creatures at the Florida Aquarium in downtown Tampa. Marvel at bamboo shark or a sea star. Discover reef fishes, tortoises and more from Florida’s waters. Discover the wetland wildlife of Florida including alligators and river otters; investigate the Indian Ocean in the 'Journey to Madagascar' exhibit, and learn about the aquarium's conservation efforts. Access to Splash Pad, ideal for younger children, and a 4-D theater experience are included.

Explore Fort Lauderdale’s underwater world—without doing snorkeling location research beforehand—with this convenient guided tour. No need to worry about organizing equipment hire, as snorkeling gear is provided, and a guide takes the lead to show you where to find beautiful coral reefs and abundant marine life. Fish you might spot along the way include angelfish, tangs, and butterflyfish.

Visit ZooTampa at Lowry Park for a family-friendly wildlife experience that includes native Florida animals as well as species from around the world. Check out the variety of habitats that are home to wildlife from Asia, Africa, Australia and more, where you can see apes, birds, tortoises, panthers, manatees, koalas… the list goes on. Plus, learn about endangered species and the zoo’s efforts in animal conservation.

Make a night out in Daytona Beach more exciting than just grabbing food at a restaurant—prebook your seat and meal at this Polynesian fire and dinner show. Right on the beach, you’ll settle in and get ready to watch Polynesian performers, including a live band, fire performers, and knife performers, too. Plus, this luau experience includes access to a buffet, complete with vegetarian options, too. A cash bar is also onsite.

Escape to 60 acres of tropical paradise with this admission ticket to Flamingo Gardens Botanical Garden and Everglades Wildlife Sanctuary. The gardens boast more than 3,000 species of rare and exotic, tropical, subtropical and native plants. The arboretum has some of the largest trees in the entire state of Florida. And the wildlife sanctuary is home to native-Florida animals like alligators, bobcats, otters, eagles, bears, panthers, peacocks and, of course, the famous flamingos.

Experience Tampa’s must-see tourist attractions — and enjoy considerable savings — on this exciting Tampa Bay CityPASS. Visit Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay, the Florida Aquarium, and ZooTampa at Lowry Park. Then choose admission to 2 more attractions of your choice: Clearwater Marine Aquarium, The Tropics Boat Tours Dolphin or Sunset Cruise, Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI), or Glazer Children's Museum. This Tampa Bay CityPASS is valid for nine consecutive days from the first date of use. Transportation to and from attractions is not included.

The Miami Explorer Pass by Go City is the best choice for maximum savings and flexibility when visiting Miami, Key West, Fort Lauderdale, and other locations. Choose two, three, four, or five popular attractions/activities and save up to 45 percent compared to buying individual tickets. Enjoy fun activities like a duck tour of South Beach, Conch Train tour, or an Everglades airboat ride—just to name a few. Each pass is good for 60 days. Simply save your pass on your mobile device and go—no voucher redemption required! It’s that simple to experience some of South Florida’s best attractions.

Discover the wildlife of both the land and sea by booking tickets that grant you admission to Zoo Tampa and the Florida Aquarium. Ideal for families who want to visit the zoo and aquarium, this package lets you do both in one day. Plus, by booking tickets to two attractions at once, you can save money and time as well as avoiding waiting in ticket lines.

Discover the waterways of Crystal River by tandem kayak with this pre-booked rental. Grab a partner and explore the area for a few hours with a provided map. Enjoy a relaxing ride through the waterways and keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife such as manatees, dolphins, birds, and even otters.

This bundled package offers you great value for two amazing experiences: Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Garden and Historic Downtown Sanford! Spend time at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, where they offer twenty-three acres of the property featuring lush plantings and space dedicated to the care of the 350 animals representing over 100 species in their collection. Visit and learn about animals during in-park experiences, such as keeper chats, shows, and other encounters. You can even feed giraffes or schedule a rhino encounter! Cool off at the Wharton-Smith Tropical Splash Ground or feed farm animals from the palm of your hand at The Barnyard Buddies Children’s Zoo. Open daily from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Then head to Historic Downtown Sanford and pick up your golf cart rental to explore this charming global travel destination featuring award-winning restaurants, craft breweries, world-class events, art galleries, a spectacular marina, a multi-use scenic trail, and more!