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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Apr 14, 2025
A lot of the exhibits were hard to see through acrylic windows that reflected my own reflection in them instead of allowing me to see through to the animals. However, that was more than made up for i…Full review by Katy M
Apr 11, 2025
My husband and I enjoyed our time at the alligator farm. So interesting to see many species of alligators & crocodiles. They have a ton there, all sizes. The turtles, tortoises, and birds were intrig…Full review by Bitsy47
Mar 20, 2025
It was a nice visit, there are a lot of alligators, good looking birds and other animals, like gigantic tortoises and big pythons. First time I saw an albino alligator. The Kamodo dragon was also coo…Full review by 474margarita
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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