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Flamingo Gardens

3750 South Flamingo Road · Davie, FL

Why you should go…

Flamingo Gardens is a 60-acre botanical garden and wildlife sanctuary in Davie, Florida, established in 1927 and among the oldest attractions in South Florida. It holds Florida's largest collection of native wildlife, including rescued panthers, bears and alligators, along with a free-flight aviary and butterfly conservatory. The grounds include over 3,000 plant species, 23 state-designated Champion trees, a narrated tram tour, and the historic Wray Home Museum.

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Good to know

General sport & outdoor guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Weather calls the shots

    Check the forecast the morning of and keep an indoor backup in your pocket for the day it turns.

  • Shoes, water, sun cover

    The three things that decide whether you last the whole outing or cut it short after an hour.

  • Parking and launches fill early

    On a nice weekend, lots and trailheads are often full by mid-morning.

  • Daylight shrinks in shoulder season

    Spring and fall visits need an earlier start than the same trip in July.

What's around here?

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