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    4.4 (1.2k reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
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    Beer garden menu
    Danielle Elaine M.

    First time here, as a long time resident and honestly this was fun! Lots of the expected such as feeding gators and shoes. I was surprised by the size of the beer garden menu, including many Florida local beers. We payed extra for the "monster truck"style ride in the back, but conjugate to other Florida attractions this was apretty big let down.

    Chandanika L.

    We had such an amazing family day at Gatorland! The kids had so much fun from the moment we arrived. It took us a little while to adjust to the Florida heat since it was pretty hot, but once we did, we had an incredible time. There was so much to see and do! We loved the alligators, the exciting shows, the snakes, all the entertainment, and all the beautiful birds. Everything kept our family entertained throughout the day. We also got to feed these small alligator. Around midday, a little rain came through, and it actually made the day even more enjoyable by cooling everything down. It was perfect! If you have little ones, I highly recommend visiting Gatorland. It's a fun, family-friendly place with something for everyone. We made wonderful memories and will definitely be coming back!

    James W.

    After all these years of living in Orlando, I never been to Gatorland until now. Me and the family went for the kid. I found it interesting. I didn't think it was as big from looking at the outside. They have more animals than just Alligators there. My favorite was the 2 Florida Panthers. I was able to get some good photos and videos even in the rain. I can see why people like to go to Gatorland now

    Erika M.

    Gatorland was such a fun experience! The admission price is pretty reasonable, especially considering how much there is to see and do once you're inside. There are tons of alligators and other animals, different exhibits, and plenty to walk around and explore. It definitely feels like you get your money's worth. It's a great place to visit if you're in the Orlando area and want something fun and different to do from the typical Disney/Universal!

    Morgan B.

    We are in Orlando for a family vacation and this was on our to-do list. I absolutely recommend coming here, especially when they open to beat that heat a little bit! If you plan your day right with cooling towels, water, fans, etc., this is actually a really really fun experience! There's also a splash pad here too! We didn't sign up for anything extra, just general admission. We did buy gator food. It was kinda neat because you could essentially feed them any time throughout the walk! There's lots of signage with literature about the gators and history. We really enjoyed our time here, excited to come back if we're in town again!

    Grace T.

    I was in Orlando for work and decided to spend my Friday going to the most Floridian attraction I could find. This place was so much fun and did not disappoint! There is so much to see and do there. I was pleasantly surprised by how large the whole place was. I got there right at opening at 10am to sign up for the capybara experience, but the petting zoo did not open until 11am, so the gentleman at the ticketing gate recommended that I line up around 10:55am. The capybara experience was $15, and it includes a 10-minute time slot from 2-3pm to feed and pet capybaras. If that is all you are here for, apparently Gatorland does allow re-entry so you can just reserve a time slot and come back during your assigned time. I would highly recommend this experience if you are even remotely interested. It was a really cool opportunity, and I did not feel rushed or crowded at all during my time slot (12 people total). Other than that, I enjoyed the shows and train ($3 for unlimited rides all day). There are a variety of animals to see outside of just alligators and crocodiles, so I think there is something for everyone. This is an affordable option ($34) for a day of fun that does not involve large crowds. I spent about 4-5 hours here but could have probably stayed longer if it were not so hot. The website says food and drinks are not allowed, but honestly no one checked. Free parking is a plus!

    My son and I did the Trainer for a Day experience. It was amazing. KC, our guide was wonderful. He was funny and extremely knowledgable. His passion for these gators was contagious. My son has been talking about going to gatorland all summer and I am so glad we went. It really beat my expectations!

    Somebody needs a snack
    Scott W.

    I've been to Gatorland several times over the years and have to say it's been a while since we've been here, but it was well worth the visit. I hadn't realized that Gatorland is Florida's oldest attraction and that they were celebrating 75 years, which made our visit that much more special. We actually purchased our tickets for today's visit a year ago at the Oviedo art and music festival. I want to say they were like $12 each which was a steal and an easy way to raise money for the park. I can only imagine how many people forget about the stuff they buy. We picked March because it's warm enough where the gators are active and hungry, but not so hot you don't want to be outside in Florida. If you come when it's too cold the gators enter a state of Brumation (dormancy) and they will not eat for weeks sometimes months. There are over 2,000 gators here so there is no shortage, they also have crocodiles, Cuban alligators, the rarest of them all - the Albino Alligator. If gators are not your thing, I would say you're at the wrong park; however, there are plenty of other animal species to see, including: Florida Panthers, Capybara's, Fox's, a variety of snakes and lizard breeds, kookaburra's, macaw's, Cockatoo's, Flamingo's, Swan's, Ducks and more. Gatorland is a 110-acre wildlife preserve so there is plenty of great birdwatching just about anywhere you look so bring your binoculars if you're a birdwatcher. Varieties you will see include Tricolored Herons, Wood Storks, Great Egrets, White Ibis's, Anhinga's, Roseate Spoonbills, Black-Crowned Night-Herons, and lots of Black Vultures. There are several smaller rides guest can try out for additional costs. They offer a zipline experience, a small train ride through the park, an off-road adventure tour, a rock-climbing experience, a petting and feeding area for gators and other animals, meet and greet with trainers, night shining experiences and much more. We were here about 6-hours and the day went by quick. There was plenty of entertainment and animals to see while visiting the park. There are several places to get food in the park but we brought some snacks from home with us and kept them in the car. Staff will let you run back out to your car you just have to show your wrist band to get back in. They don't provide wristbands when entering, we received our when buying tickets for the train ride ($3 each). We had a great time and it was fun supporting Florida's Oldest Attraction during their 75th year celebration. We will definitely be back!

    Petting zoo
    Jean-Luc L.

    An unexpected 5-star experience! We came because well, when in Florida, you've got to see a gator! This place is actually a LOT bigger than expected and we spent from around 1030A - 330P with plenty to do and see. They have a regular show schedule, add on experiences, pay for photo ops, and plenty of animals to see. I do recommending going online and getting the greater gator package, especially if it is your first time visiting. Great staff and great place to visit!!

    Kenny N.

    Underrated tourist destination. We really enjoyed this even my in-laws who are local Floridians. We got the upgraded passes which we suggest which allows you to take the train, take photos with the alligators, and feed. Food was really good too, and a bucket list item of trying gator bites (meat) for the first time. Highly recommend for families!

    Mario L.

    The wife and I had been watching videos for over a month in preparation for our Orlando vacation so today was the day. Arrived after a brief drive from our hotel and they were having the Gator Jump where they have the gators jump for food. There are so many gators there it's incredible. We saw almost all the celebrity gators we've seen on YouTube but our favorite was Jawlene . She's tiny but adorable. We also saw Sultan and Blondie, cute active couple. We were happy to buy drinks and souvenir shirts where the profits go to conserve them. All in all, a great time.

    Gators
    Brooklyn S.

    Everything you think old back woods Florida should be - and I mean that in the best way possible! We saw jumping gators and wrangles gators and fed Nile crocodiles and ate gator bites and FED a group of gators all in a couple hours. It's a bonus that Florida residents get 50% this month in January 2026! Very memorable for the family and friends!

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    Kari P.

    It was really fun. All the gators look fat and happy. Loved the flamingos. The swamp walk was beautiful. We saw, snakes, spiders, turtles and frogs. Wished we had rented wheel chairs. That was a long way to walk in the heat. Rode the swamp gator. Very short and dusty ride. Comfortable seats cute idea not nearly as exciting as they project. Too short a ride. Prices are pretty high. But, it was a good day.

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    Such a cool place to be. Family friendly. Lots of cool animals to see. Would totally recommend

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    Amazing hidden gem! We are so thankful for lucking into finding this attraction. Great experience for the whole family.

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    Ask the Community - Gatorland

    How long does it take to go through the park?

    You can easily kill a few hours if you hit the various shows they have going on

    Can we pet the animals?

    There was a petting zoo area and you can pet the capybaras for an extra cost.

    Is re-entry allowed?

    They do have availability for a hand stamp to get back in during a same-day visit, yes

    Are you pet friendly?

    No, only service animals are allowed!

    What does the deluxe party package includes?

    How fortuitous! Currently at Gatorland, I spoke to Chris Sears, the booking maestro, and learned about two premium options. First, the Gator Galore Party Package is ideal for busy parents, offering admission for up to 15 guests, two hours at the… 

    Do they serve fried alligator?

    Absolutely! Pearl's Good Eats has fried gator nuggets that are to die for!

    Are they open Monday, Memorial Day?

    Yes! They never close

    When purxhasing tickets iine what is included in the Grunt package?

    Entry fee, train ride, small bag of food to feed the alligators and 1 meet n greet with an alligator who has his mouth taped for safety reasons.

    Can you feed alligators?

    Yes.

    Are small coolers(lunch bags) with juice and water for smaller kids(babies) allowed?

    Probably! Might have to get checked by security, but I don't see why not.

    Should we plan to be there all day, or will we be able to see everything in about two hours?

    Agree with the other responses. Two-four hours depending on what exactly you want to see and do. If you decide to catch the shows (I highly recommend it) and want to do feedings, meet a gator, etc, plan for a half day. When I went, I caught every… 

    Can you feed giraffes here?

    Hi Mearilyn, unfortunately we don't have any giraffes at Gatorland. You can feed the alligators, the birds in the aviary, and the barnyard animals at the petting zoo for a… 

    What is the weight limit for the Ziplines?

    275... https://www.gatorland.com/experiences/screamin-gator-zip-line/

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    Review Highlights - Gatorland

    The upgraded ticket included a meet a gator experience, a bag of gator chow, unlimited train rides, and admission.

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    3.9(400 reviews)
    7.2 miInternational Drive / I-Drive

    4 stars for a great indoor activity to beat the summer heat in Orlando! This was our first time…read morevisiting Sea Life (located at ICON Park) and our 2-year old had a blast. He loved running around and looking through all the different tanks full of fish. It's a pretty small aquarium and tickets are relatively inexpensive at $15 pp. You can also buy a ticket bundle and combine it with the Madame Tussauds wax museum next door. We didn't do that this time but not a bad deal if you want to see both. This is definitely a tourist attraction, being located on I-Drive, but we still enjoyed it. We went through it in about 45 minutes, but you could go at a slower pace if you're not chasing a toddler. Even with the size, there's still a lot to see and a wide variety of fish and sea life: sharks, turtles, axolotl, starfish, stingrays, seahorses, jellyfish, moray eel, and more. There's also a touch tank at the end if you want to participate. It also wasn't too crowded and was easy to navigate.

    Wasn't sure what to expect when we got timed tickets for this aquarium sight unseen…read more Not a fan of taking multiple photos of you, to sell back to you, before you even get inside to see anything. They had some interesting fish and water animals. The docents who were trying to educate people had an uphill battle with the younger kids. Overall, I've been to some bigger aquaria with more to offer but I enjoyed it.

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    3.7(335 reviews)
    33.2 mi

    Today we went to the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens in Sanford, Florida! $70 to get in for…read moreall 4 of us and Calliope was free! Plus extra $15 for us all to ride the train. Free parking! Food and souvenirs were too expensive! Free small cups of water! $5 for small cup to feed goats! Playground w wood mulch flooring and splash pad

    We took our 4 month old daughter to the zoo for a fun afternoon to see the animals! This zoo is the…read moreperfect size for small children and families as you can stay for a few hours and still feel like you have seen everything! It was HOT the day we decided to go so we only stayed for a couple of hours. I do wish there was more shade on pathways, and fans and/or covered spaces to take a break from the Florida heat. We thankfully found a spot by the black bear exhibit that was air conditioned and had only two chairs, so I could feed our daughter. There were MANY other moms that came in looking to also feed their kids and it turned into a waiting game as we had to take turns using the two chairs in that building to sit and feed our babies. The animals were neat to see, because it was so hot a lot of the animals weren't out or were in shady places within their enclosure. I liked that there were zoo workers and volunteers near many of the exhibits that were available to answer questions and provide more information about the specific animals there. Overall we had a great time with our daughter and look forward to bringing her back again in the future.

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    Jungle Adventures

    4.0(141 reviews)
    28.8 mi
    47 years in business
    Locally owned & operated

    Came on 4/2. This was our second trip and even better than the first time. Kids loved the hands…read moreon with the tarantula, gator, skunk, and snakes. Seminole presentation was also great and the boat tour. Fun time, will come back

    My brother and I visited Jungle Adventures for my birthday recently and had a great time. It's such…read morean authentic and classic Florida experience. They have so many different animals to spend time viewing and feeding. The types of animals you will get to see are turtles, a lynx, a Florida panther, goats, raccoon, birds, tortoises, lemur, macaque, obviously alligators of all sizes and more. We attended the show hosted and guided by Alex who was very informative and great at her job. She brought out various animals for us to hold and pet while talking about each one and the ability to answer any questions that came her way. We got to experience animals up close and personal that we would never have the opportunity to outside of being in the wild. Alex also led the alligator feeding show with the same level of professionalism and intellect as the indoor animal show. I highly recommend watching the gator feeding, they can get about half their huge bodies out of the water and they know their given names. In addition to the animal shows, Alex also led the boat tour. Absolutely get on the water and cruise around, don't sweat which side of the boat to sit on because you will get to experience both sides of the shoreline during the cruise. There is also a jungle nature trail to walk through that takes you through a real Florida swamp where you will see gators up close in their natural habitat and other animals like frogs, lizards and anything else that may exist in that environment. Becca at the front register was very sweet and helpful and was even willing to go out of her way to snap a few photos of us on my phone when we asked her to. The gift shop has tons of stuff to purchase as a souvenir and they also have drinks and snacks as well as an indoor seating area to cool off if it gets too hot out. I highly recommend you visit and support Jungle Adventures if you want to experience the quickly disappearing old and authentic Florida us Floridians love and want to preserve.

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    Kilimanjaro Safaris

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    4.7(269 reviews)
    11.2 miDisney World, Horizons West / West Orlando

    Uniqueness: Plenty of African Animals you can see pretty up close!…read moreWait Time: [x][x][x][x][x] Service: [x][x][x][x][x] Setting: [x][x][x][x][x] Recommendation? Go here in the morning first thing to avoid the crowds and sometimes the overbearing heat! Excellent experience for family and kids to se especially in the morning as the first ride to avoid the crowds. There were so many animals already roaming around in the morning as they're just waking up and likely grazing food to start their day. The guides are funny and very knowledgeable for the kids and everyone will have a great time going on this ride. At the end, there's a little photo op to do do with some Safari jeep and overall, it's a really great start to enjoy the day at Animal Kingdom!

    Oh, I really liked this ride. It's possible that's because it was the first ride we went on at…read moreDisney World. But it's a super ride and perfect for small children. My two year old was probably a bit confused about what was going on when we climbed into our safari vehicle, and I'm not sure she was totally on board throughout the ride to be honest. Although we've been to Lincoln Park Zoo, she was very very young at the time and would not remember being this close to an animal that wasn't on the level of a dog, snake, or turtle. So whilst I think being mere feet from giraffes, elephants, and wildebeests was unexpected, she said she enjoyed it. The driver was informative and didn't make the embarrassing jokes that the "captain" of the Jungle Cruise did, for which I'm thankful. In addition to the aforementioned animals, we came across black and white rhinos, lions, hippos, cheetahs, flamingos, and more. The ride was leisurely and comfortable, and there's no height requirement so anyone can ride. This was a lot of fun to start our first visit to Disney World. It's a very popular ride, apparently. 45+ minute wait times are not uncommon. We used a lightning lane to cut through most of it but we did have to wait 10 minutes or so before we got on. I'd definitely recommend lightening lanes for this one!

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    4.1(1.9k reviews)
    11.4 miDisney World, Horizons West / West Orlando

    We had a wonderful experience and the best trip to this park we've ever had!…read more The performances (live and otherwise) are phenomenal and amazing! We are grateful for such superb experiences that we enjoy so very much! The rides at the park go From exhilarating (Expedition Everest) to docile and educational experiences with Bluey - plus the Animal Safari which takes guests through the savanna with a guide in a tour bus - elephants, hippos, birds of many kinds - big cats and more! We saw them all!

    I'll just say this: the four stars are only because this park has fewer rides compared to some of…read morethe others... but it's actually one of my favorites. It's the Disney park that offers the most protection from the Florida sun during the summer, it's spacious, and it's the largest of Disney's parks. It's perfect for nature and animal lovers. And, as always, Disney pays attention to absolutely every little detail to make the whole place feel like an incredible experience. Since Expedition Everest is pretty much the only truly thrilling, adrenaline-pumping ride here, that's definitely my top recommendation. The Avatar area is absolutely stunning and honestly impossible to describe. You have to see it for yourself. Walking through this park, along winding paths surrounded by lush trees and greenery, feels like a breath of fresh air. Being surrounded by so much nature somehow reminds you of what really matters. And don't miss the safari! It's so much fun, great for the whole family, and also a nice break from all the walking. Kali River Rapids are spectacular if you don't mind getting completely soaked . If you go between 11 AM and 2 PM in the middle of summer, it can honestly save your day--and you'll be dry again in about half an hour. I'm super excited about the new Encanto area and the new Indiana Jones ride. I can't wait for them to open, I know it's going to be amazing and will add to the park a lot more to do. And finally, my personal recommendations: the Mickey pretzel and the Olaf Strawberry Lemonade Ice Cream. Get them at any of the parks... they have absolutely no competition.

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