The St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park is one of Florida's oldest continuously running attractions, having opened on May 20, 1893. It has 24 …
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Mar 4, 2025
If you enjoy gators this is a must see when in the area, if you can catch the times they do the feedings it was very interestingFull review by d a m
Mar 3, 2025
We are not fans of zoo or even alligators but love this place! It’s such a nice area and in the spring Floridas native birds nest here and seeing the babies up close is amazing!Full review by Crathy21
Feb 23, 2025
Absolutely blast! So many kinds of alligators & crocodiles! Lots to learn and nice enclosures. There are lots of trees for shade and smooth paths. It’s extremely accessible - there are even special g…Full review by Michelle W
I would say 3 hours if you have limited time. But check what time are the feedings, you definitely want to see that. You can walk to the lighthouse afterwards too.
does this place have the the horrible "shows" with people putting their head, arms, etc. in the alligator mouths or is this more of a zoo intended for education and preservation? thanks!
Hello, I am a photographer and am interested in visiting the Alligator Farm. My question is how accessible the animals and birds are to photograph....meaning would I be shooting through fences or other obstructions, or are they fairly out in the open? Also, what is the best time of year to come, or is there a best time? I'm mostly interested in birds rather than alligators. Thanks, Christal Steele
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There are birds behind fences BUT, I traveled at the beginning of may, and there were THOUSANDS of nesting birds, out in the open, in accessible canopies and trees, free, and easily …
There are birds behind fences BUT, I traveled at the beginning of may, and there were THOUSANDS of nesting birds, out in the open, in accessible canopies and trees, free, and easily available to any lens, from arms' length away to high in the tree topes. The PERFECT time to see sea birds nesting and fledging.
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The St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park is open every day from 9 am-5 pm. We offer extended hours in the summer months, when we welcome visitors...
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