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🦁 Zoos & Aquariums for Kids in Orlando, FL

3 zoos, aquariums, and animal encounters rated and reviewed by families.

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Gatorland amusement park in Dr. Phillips, FL🧗 Adventure
Photo: Anand Francis
4.7(26,359)$$13 mi · Dr. Phillips

Gatorland offers families an authentic Florida adventure combining a wildlife park with thrilling attractions like the zipline course that soars over real alligators. This unique Orlando gem provides an exciting alternative to the big theme parks, with hands-on animal encounters, splash zones, and educational shows that captivate kids while giving parents a more budget-friendly day out.

🕑 4-5 hours for a full experience including shows and zipline, or 2-3 hours for just the wildlife exhibits
SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium aquarium in Orlando, FL🐠 Aquarium
Photo: Laurie Griesemer

SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium at ICON Park offers an immersive underwater adventure perfect for curious kids of all ages. The stunning 360-degree ocean tunnel lets families walk through as sharks, rays, and tropical fish swim overhead, while interactive touch pools give little ones hands-on experiences with sea creatures. The sea turtle rescue exhibit teaches kids about conservation while they marvel at these gentle giants up close.

🕑 1.5-2.5 hours
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens zoo in Sanford, FL🦁 Zoo
Photo: Andrew Watson
4.3(10,379)$$20 mi · Sanford

Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens offers an exciting day out with over 400 animals from around the world, plus bonus attractions that set it apart from typical zoos. Kids can cool off at the splash pad after animal encounters, soar through the treetops on the ZOOm Air Adventure Park zip line course, and explore beautiful botanical gardens,all in one convenient location in Sanford.

🕑 3-4 hours

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