Sarasota, FL· Since 1939
Flamingos waderight up toyour hand.
Royal palms, strangler figs, and one of the largest Norfolk Island pines in Florida shade ten acres of crushed shell trail. Walk it slow. The flock will find you.
A garden first. The animals come to you.
Royal Palms and strangler figs canopy the crushed shell trails. One of the largest Norfolk Island pines in Florida stands over the koi pond and streams, where a small wooden train still runs past the hand-painted signage at the gate. Ten acres, small enough to walk with little kids, deep enough to fill a morning.
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Hand-feed the flock
The flamingos roam free and walk right up to you. It is the signature experience here, included with general admission.
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Daily bird and reptile shows
Live shows run four times a day: 11, 12, 1, and 3.
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Private animal interactions
Get closer with a lemur, a sloth, or a bird of prey in a small group.
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Birthday parties and field trips
Book the gardens for a birthday party or a group and field trip visit.
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Bring the Jungle to You
Off site animal programs bring the gardens to your school, event, or party.
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Memberships and gift certificates
Annual memberships and gift certificates are available for return visits all year.
Eighty-seven years, and still counting.
“Awesome place, everyone loves to feed the flamingos. Such a peaceful place for a casual stroll.”
“It's huge! Way bigger than I imagined. Wear comfortable footwear.”
“We ended up really enjoying it. The staff were very friendly. Definitely is one of the best parts of our anniversary getaway.”
“This place is great to take kids. It's small enough to be walkable for littles but in depth enough to be worth going.”
Bring comfortable shoes.
- $24.99 adults
- $14.99 children 4 to 12
- Free under 4
Open daily, 10am to 4pm, 363 days a year.
3701 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, FL
How much is admission to Sarasota Jungle Gardens?
General admission is $24.99 for adults and $14.99 for children 4 to 12. Children under 4 are free. Annual memberships and gift certificates are also available.
Can you really hand-feed the flamingos?
Yes. The flamingo flock roams freely among visitors, and hand-feeding them is the signature experience, included with general admission.
When is Sarasota Jungle Gardens open?
Daily, 10am to 4pm, 363 days a year, at 3701 Bay Shore Road in Sarasota.
How long has Sarasota Jungle Gardens been open?
It opened on New Year's Eve 1939 and is one of Florida's oldest continuously operating attractions. The Allyn-Lavick family has run it since 1971.
Come feed the flock.
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