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    Gatorland

    Gatorland

    4.4
    (1.2k reviews)
    12.7 mi
    Free parking
    Kid friendly

    We are in Orlando for a family vacation and this was on our to-do list. I absolutely recommend…read morecoming 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!

    I was in Orlando for work and decided to spend my Friday going to the most Floridian attraction I…read morecould 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!

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    Zip over alligators at the Screamin' Gator Zip Line
    Zip over alligators at the Screamin' Gator Zip Line
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    Leucistic alligator
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    Wildflower Farm Orlando

    Wildflower Farm Orlando

    5.0
    (39 reviews)
    6.0 mi

    We went on a triple date to Wildflower Farm and had a wonderful time. We did the Party in the…read morePasture event and absolutely adored it. The prices are very reasonable. The event was very organized. They guided us on where to park, welcomed us, and explained the events. We were offered homemade lemonade. The farm is well kept and all the animals are thriving. You can tell they are well loved. The baby goats were absolutely adorable. We sat in a circle on hay bales in a fenced in play area. We each got to give a baby goat a bottle and fed them greens. We got plenty of time to feed and pet the goats. Farmer Rick gave us a tour and educated us on the animals and their care. We got to see the adult goats, pigs, chickens, and turkeys. We got to see the goats again before leaving. We had the opportunity to shop their products including eggs and goat soap. This was such a fun event and I loved supporting a local farm. This is a great date or team building event!

    I love yoga, but I never did goat yoga and I'm so glad I did. This was such a fun, great and…read moreuplifting session. The family who runs this farm, really indeed loves the animals, ALL of the animals, they don't just have goats, they have hogs and chickens and other animals. It's such a little place but filled with so much fun! I went here on a trip and it was great. We were greeted warmly, it's literally in a neighborhood right on land, it's near houses. The price was super cheap and so worth it. They even have a little stand and sell things I bought goat soap. The session itself was so great, we had a yoga instructor and the baby goats were released to us, we fed them and then we had the session as they jumped on us, made us smile and we got cuddles here and there. I was lucky to be able to get a lot of love from the baby goats who were just a few days old. It was the sweetest thing ever. It was a blast and I would do this again for sure! I can't even explain how great of an experience it was. It brought so much joy to me seeing the baby goats.

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    Play in the pasture
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    Feeding baby goats
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    Bambi's Mini Petting Farm

    Bambi's Mini Petting Farm

    5.0
    (5 reviews)
    19.2 mi

    My friend took me on the best birthday adventure at Bambi's Mini Petting Farm. It was a surprise…read moreand when we pulled up I saw goats, sheep, donkeys and highland cows. I can't think of anything that is more fun than spending an hour with two different capybara babies. Mango and Kiwi. On the way in we petted the camels. They came right up to the fence and stuck their large heads out. They were seeking attention because they very used to being petted. We were startled when one made a loud guttural braying sound. The owner explained they were letting us know they want carrots. We had about 20-25 minutes with each capybara so all together the encounter was an hour. We got a plate of raw sweet potato sticks and romaine lettuce leaves to feed each animal. They were about 4 months old and Mango the male will be about 140 pounds full grown and Kiwi was the runt of a different litter and is expected to be approximately 90 pounds when full grown which is a very small capybara. It was just my friend and me so we spent time petting and feeding them. They love water so their coat was smooth but fur like a beaver. They are in the same family as guinea pigs so they make a similar sound. They have leathery pads on the bottom of their back legs because they can kick like a kangaroo. They like being scratched under their chin and relax so much they fall over and then are disoriented about what just happened. Hilarious. Bambi's Mini Petting Farm has several different types of animal encounters including baby doll sheep and two miniature cows. They had three goats which were having kids the following weekend and you can either tour the farm or select to bottle feed the baby goats. They have plans for a holiday tour and are getting a sloth. Check out their Facebook page for events.

    We came here to celebrate my daughter's 5th birthday and she loved it! They have lots of animals,…read moreand the owners are very friendly. Would definitely recommend!

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    Bambi's Mini Petting Farm
    Dixie our largest goat
    Dixie our largest goat
    Bambi's Mini Petting Farm

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    Green Meadows Petting Farm

    Green Meadows Petting Farm

    4.4
    (5 reviews)
    18.7 mi

    We visited Green Meadows on a Sunday morning. It was not crowded. Entry was $18 for ages 2 and…read moreover, a head of lettuce to feed the animals is $6 and pony rides were $5. We fed the animals, rode a pony, played in the corn pit and on the playground as well as took a tractor ride. We saw pigs, donkeys, alpacas, and our favorite the bunnies. We were able to do everything we wanted to do in under 2 hours. There are a few photo ops. All employees we encountered were pleasant. We all enjoyed it but I felt it was expensive.

    A true connection between children and what's remains of Florida's farm animals. Green Meadows…read morePetting Farm has been an iconic institution for Florida's children over the years. Unfortunately, for most of us who know it was closed ,but it has now reopen at this new location. The new green meadow petting Farm is better than ever updated and supported by Osceola County. They are currently working every day to update it and to bring more attractions and more animals to continue the connection for the next generation.. our recent visit there indicates this very creed that brought us to them many decades ago. I will not elaborate the numerous emotions a parent may have watching their child touch a chicken or learn about a cow or other farm implements and machinery in a safe, clean, environment , but rather tell you go take your child and experience it for yourself. Admission is reasonable, especially for the various things that you could do there with your family any given day of the week. Parking is ample and spaces are wide, not only for your car, but for your children running in their meadows under a clear sky.. Thank you, Green Meadow Farms, especially to your staff for continuing to have the same great attitude ,even after all these years. We will continue to support you through the next generation..

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    Come and experience the joy of visiting our animals at the petting farm, take a scenic hayride, and enjoy our farm playground.
    Come and experience the joy of visiting our animals at the petting farm, take a scenic hayride, and enjoy our farm playground.
    Our farm slide brings tons of smiles.
    Our farm slide brings tons of smiles.
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    Brevard Zoo

    Brevard Zoo

    4.5
    (472 reviews)
    46.7 mi

    Took my son to the Brevard Zoo for the first time and we had a blast as a family! This zoo is so…read morewell kept and has a great layout that makes it easy to navigate, even with a stroller. This is not a huge zoo, but it has all the animals you'd hope to see and more. It was an extremely hot day, but we were able to find plenty of pockets of shade and rest areas to cool down. My son is only 2, but he loved seeing all the animals, the interactive kids stations, games, and puppet show. Pretty sure he like the puppet giraffe more than the real giraffes, but hey, he was entertained. Speaking of giraffes... they have a giraffe encounter where you can actually purchase the food and hand feed them. They come right up to you and it's such a cool experience. We happened to visit during Bear Week, so there were some extra black bear demonstrations, kids crafts, and bear themed activities happening throughout the day. Some other animals we saw that day were bobcat, jaguar, lions, flamingos, wild turkey, ostriches, rhino, kangaroos, meerkats, otters, antelopes, boar, snakes, and many more. I did not realize before visiting that they have an entire water play/splash pad areas for the kids and it's such a perfect way to cool down when it's so hot outside. I wish I had packed my son's bathing suit and a towel, but now I know for next time. We'll definitely go back as my son gets older! We were there for about 3 hours and it was enough time to stroll through all the exhibits and have lunch. You could definitely stay longer if you choose to participate in some other activities like the Treetop Trek ropes course, train ride, kayaking, or the different animal encounters which are an added fee.

    What a great zoo! My friend and I took our kids here for the morning and had such a wonderful…read moretime!! Parking was plentiful and it was easy to navigate the front gate area as well. We walked through a lot of the different exhibits, got to feed the giraffes and even watch the monkeys take the bridges around their habitat! There was so much to do and see, and for only going for a few hours I felt like we did so much!! This zoo was very family friendly, and easy to navigate with a stroller. There was also a lot of shaded areas which was nice in the Florida heat. Overall we had a great time here and I can't wait to come back again in the future!

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    Hop over to Lands of Change to feed our mob of kangaroos! Feeding happens daily from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
    Hop over to Lands of Change to feed our mob of kangaroos! Feeding happens daily from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
    Hop over to Lands of Change to feed our mob of kangaroos! Feeding happens daily from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
    Hop over to Lands of Change to feed our mob of kangaroos! Feeding happens daily from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
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    Get ready for an unforgettable encounter with one of the animal kingdom's most elusive creatures--the okapi! Book ahead for this encounter!

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