What to do and see in Orlando, Florida (FL): The Best Zoos & Aquariums

August 14, 2021 Janean Rudisill

From the Magic Kingdom to magical spa treatments, Orlando sparkles with the promise of adventure. Spend a day exploring the world-famous Disney theme parks, giggling with the dolphins at SeaWorld, or screaming your head off on a Universal Studios roller coaster. For a less adrenaline-pumping afternoon, enjoy the quiet natural beauty of the Harry P. Leu Gardens, or enjoy a seaweed scrub at a luxury day spa. Savor fresh and local ingredients at one of Orlando’s James Beard-nominated restaurants.
Restaurants in Orlando

1. Exotic Animal Experience

Quinlan St, Orlando, FL 32833 +1 407-383-6766 [email protected] http://www.exoticanimalexperience.net
Excellent
85%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 386 reviews

Exotic Animal Experience

Exotic Animal Experience is a TOTALLY interactive, hands on experience with exotic animals including lemurs, kangaroos, muntjac deer, kinkajou, bush baby, wallaby, fainting goat, zebra and most recently, our ADORABLE sloths, Saki and Blossom, our precious baby camel Baby Girl. All visits are BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, and only offered n the mornings. We offer group visits or private visits, please see our website for more details as far as current pricing and animals. Because of the extreme interaction we DO have an age restriction in place, and ask that you PLEASE visit the website for all details on the age restrictions and pricing. ALSO, please remember to call to schedule your visit before driving out without an appointment, visitation is strictly limited for the animals well being. Treat yourselves to a once in a lifetime experience like no other! Be prepared to fall in love many times over, as each animal will steal your heart with his/her silly antics and sweet personalities!

Reviewed By msmccuiston - Dallas, United States

Enjoy and up close experience with sheep, camel, sloths, kangaroos, lemurs, Muntjac deer and more. Leslie and her staff have GREAT care and concern for the well-being of the animals and it shows in their personal dedication. This is an opportunity that doesn't come often. And worth every $$$ to experience. My husband and I appreciate the personal experience we were given and LOVED the dogs. I wish everyone cared for animals the way Leslie and her staff do. The visit was quite a WONDERFUL experience. Thanks for a unforgettable experience.

2. SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium

8337 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819-9300 +1 866-228-6444 [email protected] http://www.visitsealife.com/orlando
Excellent
47%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 2,264 reviews

SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium

SEA LIFE is the number one aquarium brand in the world with 50 attractions worldwide. SEA LIFE Orlando is the eighth SEA LIFE location in the U.S. and the 50th worldwide. SEA LIFE Orlando offers a wave of underwater adventures with species from the oceans of the world! Come face-to-face with more than 5,000 creatures including colorful fish, seahorses and jellyfish, and surround yourself with turtles and sharks in the only 360-degree ocean tunnel in Orlando. SEA LIFE Orlando provides an interactive journey into the diversity of marine life while playing an active role in conservation efforts and inspiring others to lend their support. SEA LIFE Orlando provides visitors with a mix of education, conservation and fun. SEA LIFE celebrates everything about the sea. We are passionate about preserving marine habitats and protecting the incredible species that live in them. Marine conservation is at the heart of everything we do, supporting projects across the world to inspire more people to care. The focus of our business is to educate and conserve. We take a three-pronged approach to conservation – Breed, Rescue, Protect - which can be found at the heart of everything we do. Breed: we run successful breeding programs for sharks and endangered creatures like seahorses. Rescue: we save as many sick, injured or orphaned sea creatures as we can, rehabilitating and returning hundreds of them to the sea each year – and we’re committed to doing more. Protect: we raise funds for conservations projects like the Turtle Rescue Hospital in Zakynthos, Greece to help ensure they can continue their vital work. We also fundraise locally with organizations like the Turtle Hospital and the Coral Restoration Foundation. SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium offers an interactive, educational visit for schools and groups. Event spaces and buy-outs are available for such occasions. Features - 25,000 square-foot indoor attraction - 360° underwater ocean tunnel - Over 5,000 creatures, including: Sharks Sea turtles Seahorses Octopus Jellyfish Rays - Over 30 fascinating displays - 350,000 gallons of water in our ocean habitats - 17’ deep ocean habitat - Interactive rockpool experience - Educational talks, feedings throughout the day - Kids’ quiz and activity trail - Presentation video theatre - Children's soft play area - Retail store - ADA compliant and stroller accessible

Reviewed By janelarry - Panama City Beach, United States

Sea World offers a wide variety of activities for the entire family, from roller coasters to flamingo paddle boats to Shamu’s show and much, much more. Plenty of delicious places to eat, too. Weekday tickets can be purchased for a reduced price. Go early and stay late........a day full of fun entertainment.

3. Conservation Station

2901 Osceola Pkwy Rafiki's Planet Watch, Orlando, FL 32830-8410 http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/attractions/animal-kingdom/conservation-station/
Excellent
31%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
26%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 42 reviews

Conservation Station

Reviewed By allisonw504 - Kansas City, United States

We ended up switching one of our FastPasses for this. It was the best time! We did the animation experience and we had so much fun. Great for all ages. Definitely worth it!

4. SeaBase

200 Epcot Center Drive Future World, Orlando, FL http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/attractions/epcot/sea-base/
Excellent
17%
Good
58%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
4%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 24 reviews

SeaBase

Reviewed By 646lorit - Dawsonville, United States

Located in "The Seas with Nemo and Friends" pavilion, the SeaBase is a 5.7 million gallon salt-water aquarium with sharks, rays, fish, sea turtles, and more. It is the second largest "manufactured" salt-water aquarium in the world, behind the Atlanta aquarium, so there is lots to see. The aquarium is definitely a conservation activity, so which animals they have depends in large part upon which animals need rehabilitation. When we visited, there were manatees in a separate tank which could be viewed up close during the interpretive programs. There were also dolphins which had access to the large tank, though the dolphins chose to stay in a more secluded area. I took the EPCOT Seas Aquatic tour and was able to snorkel in this large aquarium among all the marine life - an unforgettable experience. Hint: you can visit the aquarium without taking the ride simply by going in the lower door to the left of the main entrance and walking through the gift shop. This is a great bad weather activity since there is lots to do inside.

5. Alligator Alley

6515 International Dr The International Palms Resort and Conference Center, Orlando, FL 32819-8217 +1 888-494-2867 http://www.internationalpalmsorlando.com/whatsnew-en.html
Excellent
36%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
14%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 14 reviews

Alligator Alley

Alligator Alley is open daily sunrise to sunset for self-guided exploration, photo opportunities and feeding experiences. A live presentation will take place daily hosted by experience alligator handlers and wildlife experts who will both entertain and educate guests of the history and behavior patterns of the Florida Gator.

6. Gator Golf And Adventure Park

6584 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819-8218 +1 321-689-3090 [email protected] http://www.idrivegatorgolf.com/
Excellent
26%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
10%
Terrible
26%
Overall Ratings

3.0 based on 368 reviews

Gator Golf And Adventure Park

7. Affection Section

2901 Osceola Pkwy Rafiki's Planet Watch, Orlando, FL 32830-8410 http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/attractions/animal-kingdom/affection-section/
Excellent
3%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
52%
Poor
14%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

3.0 based on 29 reviews

Affection Section

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