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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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
Jan 22, 2025
There were hundreds of manatees, most of them within inches of each other, so that was impressive. But they are underwater so you just see their backs. You see them from a board walk about 10 feet … Full review by Warren V
Wondering if it’s a long walk from the parking area to the viewing area. One of us has a very bad ankle
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It depends on the parking you get. They do have lots of handicap parking which is very nice. If you don’t have that you will park somewhere on the road wherever you find a …
It depends on the parking you get. They do have lots of handicap parking which is very nice. If you don’t have that you will park somewhere on the road wherever you find a place. Of course day of the week you go will make a big difference if it’s a school day or weekend.
is this not open in summer because the manatees go elsewhere?
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Per Teco's website it is open Nov 1 - April 15. When visiting during the season, be sure to wear polarized sunglasses, you will be able to spot the manatees much better.
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