Lowry Park Zoo was voted the "Best Family Friendly Zoo" and the "Best mid-sized zoo" in the U.S. With more than 1,500 animals, housed in 56 acres of lush natural habitats, it's a diverse collection that is suited for our local climate. Guests can see most animals in one of eight habitat areas with engaging interactive exhibits visitors can enjoy up close. Safari Africa & Ituri Forest. See elephants, zebras, giraffes, warthogs, meerkats, white rhinos, cheetahs, pygmy hippos, okapi, African penguins and much more! Guests can also experience the Safari Ride, a 15-minute long narrated ride offering behind-the-scenes views of dozens of African animals, including the Zoo's elephant herd, Patas monkeys and more. Asian Gardens & Sulawesi Aviary. Watch as the tigers explore the water's edge. Observe the Indian rhinos as well as the clouded leopards. Florida Boardwalk. Stroll along the boardwalk and see all the wonderful creatures that make Florida home. Feed and touch Florida's stingrays at the Harrell Discovery Center and Stingray Bay. Primate World. See endangered Bornean orangutans, chimpanzees and brilliant-colored mandrills, plus tiny marmosets and tamarins.
Big Cat Rescue is a sanctuary, not a zoo, so the animals come first. They do not allow people to wander around unescorted - tours are all guided and provide an educational experience that includes the plight of big cats in the wild and in captivity and what you can do to save them. Big Cat Rescue is the largest accredited sanctuary in the world dedicated entirely to abused and abandoned big cats. They are home to more than 100 lions, tigers, bobcats, cougars and other species most of whom have been abandoned, abused, orphaned, saved from being turned into fur coats, or retired from performing acts. Big Cat Rescue is a member of the World Society for Protection of Animals. Rated 4 Stars by Charity Navigator (their highest rating) it has the highest score of any animal based charity. The sanctuary is situated on 55 acres in the Citrus Park area of north Tampa.
BioWorks Butterfly Garden & Flight Encounter. Enter into an engineered ecosystem to view multiple kinds of free-flying butterflies. This unique outdoor butterfly exhibit focuses on butterflies native to West Central Florida. The exhibit includes: Flight Encounter: A free-flying butterfly enclosure where guests can encounter butterflies up close as they feed on native and Florida-Friendly nectar plants. The Butterfly Garden directly adjacent to BioWorks contains native and Florida-Friendly nectar and host plants. This garden provides a model for homeowners who wish to create their own butterfly gardens.
Caladesi Island State Park. Most of coastal Florida used to resemble Caladesi Island and now it's one of the few remaining undeveloped barrier islands in the state. Pine and palm forests lead to rolling dunes covered with grasses, which in turn lead to a long strip of white sandy beach. A relative newcomer to the Florida west coast, the island was created when a savage hurricane in 1921 separated it from what was then Hog Island. To this day, the origin of the island's name is uncertain, though it has appeared on maps since the 1930's. Accessible only by ferry from Clearwater and nearby Honeymoon Island State Park, a visit to Caladesi Island makes a great day trip. You can fish, picnic, go boating or shelling, sunbathe on the beach, and wander at will through the pine and oak forests. A wide variety of bird life call the park home, and you're likely to see an osprey soaring overhead. Picnic tables and concessions are located near the beach, and a 99-slip marina is available for those who bring their own boats. Overnight docking is permitted if you register with the park ranger.
The Florida Aquarium is one of the most visited Tampa Bay attractions in the area. It is located in downtown in the Channelside District next door to Royal Caribbean and Carnival cruise terminals. It is highly recommended that you visit this must-see attraction. The children will enjoy the new Explore-a-Shore water park area. By itself, it's worth the price of admission since they can play all day on the Pirate ship and in the streams of water that shoot up from the ground.
Don't forget to mark your calendars for these annual festivals: the Gasparilla Pirate Fest in January, The Florida State Fair in February, the Florida Strawberry Festival in March, the Ruskin Tomato & Heritage Festival in May, and the Ruskin Seafood Fest in November. Visit Tampa now and discover how historic Old Florida blends well with the modern, upscale style of some of the most beautiful, master-planned communities for families and retirees. Yes, climate, dining and shopping, cultural attractions, educational and business opportunities, and the beautiful beaches help make Tampa home to a wonderful lifestyle. Tampa is a lot more than beautiful sunsets! Make it your home, too.
Big Cat Rescue is a sanctuary, not a zoo, so the animals come first. They do not allow people to wander around unescorted - tours are all guided and provide an educational experience that includes the plight of big cats in the wild and in captivity and what you can do to save them. Big Cat Rescue is the largest accredited sanctuary in the world dedicated entirely to abused and abandoned big cats. They are home to more than 100 lions, tigers, bobcats, cougars and other species most of whom have been abandoned, abused, orphaned, saved from being turned into fur coats, or retired from performing acts. Big Cat Rescue is a member of the World Society for Protection of Animals. Rated 4 Stars by Charity Navigator (their highest rating) it has the highest score of any animal based charity. The sanctuary is situated on 55 acres in the Citrus Park area of north Tampa.
BioWorks Butterfly Garden & Flight Encounter. Enter into an engineered ecosystem to view multiple kinds of free-flying butterflies. This unique outdoor butterfly exhibit focuses on butterflies native to West Central Florida. The exhibit includes: Flight Encounter: A free-flying butterfly enclosure where guests can encounter butterflies up close as they feed on native and Florida-Friendly nectar plants. The Butterfly Garden directly adjacent to BioWorks contains native and Florida-Friendly nectar and host plants. This garden provides a model for homeowners who wish to create their own butterfly gardens.
Caladesi Island State Park. Most of coastal Florida used to resemble Caladesi Island and now it's one of the few remaining undeveloped barrier islands in the state. Pine and palm forests lead to rolling dunes covered with grasses, which in turn lead to a long strip of white sandy beach. A relative newcomer to the Florida west coast, the island was created when a savage hurricane in 1921 separated it from what was then Hog Island. To this day, the origin of the island's name is uncertain, though it has appeared on maps since the 1930's. Accessible only by ferry from Clearwater and nearby Honeymoon Island State Park, a visit to Caladesi Island makes a great day trip. You can fish, picnic, go boating or shelling, sunbathe on the beach, and wander at will through the pine and oak forests. A wide variety of bird life call the park home, and you're likely to see an osprey soaring overhead. Picnic tables and concessions are located near the beach, and a 99-slip marina is available for those who bring their own boats. Overnight docking is permitted if you register with the park ranger.
The Florida Aquarium is one of the most visited Tampa Bay attractions in the area. It is located in downtown in the Channelside District next door to Royal Caribbean and Carnival cruise terminals. It is highly recommended that you visit this must-see attraction. The children will enjoy the new Explore-a-Shore water park area. By itself, it's worth the price of admission since they can play all day on the Pirate ship and in the streams of water that shoot up from the ground.
Don't forget to mark your calendars for these annual festivals: the Gasparilla Pirate Fest in January, The Florida State Fair in February, the Florida Strawberry Festival in March, the Ruskin Tomato & Heritage Festival in May, and the Ruskin Seafood Fest in November. Visit Tampa now and discover how historic Old Florida blends well with the modern, upscale style of some of the most beautiful, master-planned communities for families and retirees. Yes, climate, dining and shopping, cultural attractions, educational and business opportunities, and the beautiful beaches help make Tampa home to a wonderful lifestyle. Tampa is a lot more than beautiful sunsets! Make it your home, too.
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