Visitors come to this warm water viewing center to see manatees, an endangered species of marine mammals. Open Nov 1 - April 15
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Feb 2, 2025
This has been the highlight of our trip so far. It’s wonderful to see these creatures so close up, especially knowing that they are free to come and go as they please. Such a privilege to see so many…Full review by 349lizl
Jan 25, 2025
We went the morning after Florida’s coldest night of the season. It was pretty busy and parked in the overflow. We walked the 0.3 mile trail to the viewing center. The boardwalk trails were beautiful…Full review by Bridget M
Jan 23, 2025
This was our favorite activity during a recent visit to Tampa. There's something special about observing manatees that are free to come and go, on their own, to relax and enjoy the warm weather. The …Full review by Jennifer G
is this not open in summer because the manatees go elsewhere?
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See the answers given above as noted. These animals love the warmer waters during the cooler seasons and swim out to the warmer waters during the hot seasons. So plan out your …
See the answers given above as noted. These animals love the warmer waters during the cooler seasons and swim out to the warmer waters during the hot seasons. So plan out your visitations as noted based on their website directions.
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