{"id":3451,"date":"2023-01-13T14:39:35","date_gmt":"2023-01-13T14:39:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vacation-in-florida.com\/?p=3451"},"modified":"2025-12-02T15:21:12","modified_gmt":"2025-12-02T15:21:12","slug":"central-florida-zoo-and-botanical-gardens","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vacation-in-florida.com\/de\/things-to-do-florida\/zoos\/central-florida-zoo-and-botanical-gardens\/","title":{"rendered":"Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens \u2013 South Florida&#8217;s hidden Gem for Animal Lovers"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Orlando is truly blessed with amusement parks that offer exciting rides and animal encounters. But while most visitors flock to Disney World and SeaWorld, a lesser-known tip lies north of the city:<strong> the Central Florida Zoo.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Here, <strong>100 animal species<\/strong> live in wide enclosures, botanical gardens showcase the flora of our continents, and the <strong>zipline,<\/strong> playgrounds and carousel are perfect for little guests. As if this was not enough, the zoo also offers interactive animal encounters and tours, as well as exciting <strong>events<\/strong> all year round.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In this article, you will learn what makes visits to the Central Florida Zoo so worth-while, which animals are on display here and how you can purchase tickets at a discount.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8220;.vc_custom_1593115667056{background-color: #f7f8f9 !important;}&#8220;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>Central Florida Zoo in a Nutshell<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">History, directions, opening hours and prices \u2013 here are the most important facts about Central Florida Zoo:<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>History<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The history of Central Florida Zoo dates to the <strong>1920s<\/strong> \u2013 and begins with a small Rhesus monkey. A traveling circus gave the animal to the Sanford Elks Club. More and more animals were added, and 20 years later, a zoo was opened on the shores of Lake Monroe. What followed were numerous <strong>expansions,<\/strong> such as botanical gardens, an animal hospital, elevated boardwalks, playgrounds and event locations.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Since the 1980s, the zoo has been part of the &#8222;Association of Zoos and Aquariums&#8220; (AZA) \u2013 demonstrating its <strong>high standards for animal welfare<\/strong>. In addition, conservation projects also play an important role, with the Central Florida Zoo working towards the protection of rare indigo snakes and striped newts.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Location and Directions<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Central Florida Zoo is located in <strong>Sanford,<\/strong> a small town between Orlando and Daytona Beach on Florida\u00b4s east coast.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">From <strong>Orlando,<\/strong> drivers need about <strong>30 minutes.<\/strong> Parking is free and there are even charging stations for EVs.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Unfortunately, arriving by <strong>public transport<\/strong> is more complicated. Although the SunRail runs between Orlando and Sanford, the zoo itself has no station, so you have to travel the remaining 3 miles by taxi.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Opening Hours<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Central Florida Zoo is open daily <strong>from 9 am to 4 pm,<\/strong> including Sundays and holidays.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Tickets and Entrance Fees<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Depending on your <strong>age,<\/strong> the following entrance fees apply:<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">Adults: 21.50 USD<\/li>\n<li>Children (3\u201312 years): 15.75 USD<\/li>\n<li>Children under 2 years: free of charge<\/li>\n<li>Senior citizens (55+): 17.95 USD.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">You can buy <strong>tickets<\/strong> to the Central Florida Zoo on-site and on the homepage \u2013 with online tickets coming at a <strong>2 USD discount.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Regular visitors can save money with an <strong>annual pass,<\/strong> and additional discounts are available if you visit the zoo with 15 or more people. It also pays to bring <strong>coupons<\/strong> for the Central Florida Zoo, which can be downloaded from websites like groupon, hotdeals or valuecom.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>Central Florida Zoo &#8211; Attractions<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Not surprisingly, animals and plants are the main attraction at Central Florida Zoo \u2013 but by no means the only one:<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Animals<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Central Florida Zoo houses more than <strong>350 animals<\/strong> from different regions of our planet:<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4>Mammals<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">From small <strong>monkeys<\/strong> to imposing <strong>giraffes<\/strong> \u2013 Central Florida Zoo is home to a wide variety of mammals: While sloths relax in the foliage, lemurs and tamarin monkeys swing from branch to branch. Warthogs, otters and fossas, a cat-like species from Madagascar, are accompanied by large <strong>predators<\/strong> such as mountain lions, cheetahs, leopards and black bears. A true darling of visitors is &#8222;PJ&#8220;: The zoo&#8217;s <strong>rhino<\/strong> loves to splash around in the water on hot days.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4>Birds<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In addition to <strong>bald eagles<\/strong>, the national symbol of the USA, Central Florida Zoo houses 18 species of birds: including colorful <strong>parrots,<\/strong> vultures, owls and hornbills, endangered birds from Southeast Asia. The \u201claughing\u201d of Kookaburras fills the air, and every day at 11.30 am, you can witness the acrobatic skills of falcons and owls at the <strong>bird show<\/strong> &#8222;Flying High!&#8220;.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4>Reptiles, Amphibians and Insects<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you want to see the Sunshine State\u00b4s iconic reptiles, Central Florida Zoo is the right place for you: Here, <strong>alligators<\/strong> live right next to their relatives, crocodiles. In addition, the zoo is home to monitor lizards, geckos, iguanas, turtles and <strong>19 species of snakes<\/strong> that you can see at the Herpatarium \u2013 if you can spot these well-camouflaged creatures. A particularly colorful sight are the zoo\u00b4s <strong>frogs<\/strong> and <strong>salamanders.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Insects<\/strong> and other crawlers are on display at the Wayne M. Densch Discovery Center: including tarantulas, scorpions and Madagascan cockroaches that use their horns as weapons against rivals.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Do you want to marvel at colorful pollinators? Then, the <strong>Butterfly Garden<\/strong> is an ideal place. What is more, a huge collection of ferns, bromeliads and medicinal herbs demonstrates that Central Florida Zoo truly deserves the suffix &#8222;Botanical Gardens&#8220;.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Animal Encounters and Tours<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Visitor interaction is key at Central Florida Zoo. This can be seen in the parks\u00b4 animal encounters and tours:<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4>Feed a Giraffe<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you want to check how long a <strong>giraffe&#8217;s<\/strong> tongue really is, you should book this activity. Rafiki and Gage, the long-necked animals of the zoo, will gladly eat snacks out of your hand.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4>Meet a Rhino<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">PJ, the zoo&#8217;s <strong>rhinoceros,<\/strong> may look menacing. In reality, though, he is very playful and loves visitors. If you want to get up close and personal with the rhino, you can do so at 11:30 am, 11:50 am and 12:10 pm.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4>Barnyard Buddies<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Located at the heart of Central Florida Zoo is the <strong>petting zoo<\/strong> &#8222;Barnyard Buddies&#8220;. Here, little visitors cannot only pet goats, donkeys, llamas and alpacas, but also feed them.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4>Keeper Chats<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">How heavy is a snake? What do rhinos eat, and why do parrots have such a curved beak? The zookeepers will gladly answer these and other questions during the daily <strong>Keeper Chats. <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4>Tours<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Central Florida Zoo offers <strong>guided tours<\/strong> where groups can learn more about different animals and the zoo&#8217;s conservation efforts.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>More Things to do<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Are you looking for more action or a chance to cool off? Then, the following activities at Central Florida Zoo are perfect for you:<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4>Seminole Aerial Adventures<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Exploring the treetops like a monkey \u2013 this wish comes true at the Seminole Aerial Adventures. Here, participants test their dexterity on an <strong>obstacle course<\/strong> with rope ladders and platforms, before taking the <strong>zip line<\/strong> for a rapid descent.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4>Wharton-Smith Tropical Splash Ground<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The <strong>water playground<\/strong> in the southern part of the zoo is a real blessing on hot days. Here, little guests can splash around amidst fountains and colorful animals.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4>Carousel<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">On the zoo\u00b4s <strong>carousel,<\/strong> children can ride cute horses, zebras and even alligators \u2013 and enjoy nostalgic carnival flair reminiscent of Florida\u00b4s old days.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8220;.vc_custom_1593115667056{background-color: #f7f8f9 !important;}&#8220;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>Central Florida Zoo \u2013 Events<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">No matter the season \u2013 thanks to a variety of events, Central Florida Zoo is always worth a visit:<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">At the<strong> &#8222;Kids Night Out&#8220;,<\/strong> children can visit the zoo <strong>after dark<\/strong> \u2013 and find out more about its nocturnal animals.<\/li>\n<li><strong>&#8222;Sunset at the Zoo&#8220;<\/strong> is perfect for guests who want to explore the zoo after the official opening hours. Then, at 5 pm, reduced entrance fees apply.<\/li>\n<li>In best <strong>Oktoberfest<\/strong> fashion, \u201cBrews around the Zoo\u201d in September features live music and a craft beer tasting with 30 regional sorts.<\/li>\n<li>On <strong>Halloween,<\/strong> Central Florida Zoo is adorned with spooky (but kid-friendly) decorations and invites little guests to play Trick or Treat.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Santa Claus<\/strong> visits the zoo in December to take photos with his fans and host a fun candy cane hunt.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>Central Florida Zoo \u2013 Restaurants and Shops<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Central Florida Zoo not only takes care of its animals. Hungry visitors can get their fill at <strong>Graze<\/strong> \u2013 a <strong>family-friendly restaurant<\/strong> that serves American classics like burgers, hot dogs and French fries, accompanied by healthy salads and vegetarian options.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">For a little snack, you should visit <strong>Swirl<\/strong> right next to the rhino enclosure: Here, you can enjoy nachos and pretzels as well as cotton candy, popcorn and ice cream. If you prefer an adult beverage over soft drinks, you will love the zoo\u00b4s selection of craft beers.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Of course, no trip to Central Florida Zoo would be complete without taking home a <strong>souvenir<\/strong> \u2013 no problem, thanks to the <strong>Zoofari Shop<\/strong> selling stuffed animals, T-shirts, games and books.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8220;.vc_custom_1593115667056{background-color: #f7f8f9 !important;}&#8220;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>FAQ \u2013 Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_toggle title=&#8220;How far is Central Florida Zoo from Orlando?&#8220;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The distance from Orlando to Central Florida Zoo is 23 miles. Motorists should account for a 30-minute drive.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8220;What are the opening hours of Central Florida Zoo?&#8220;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The zoo opens every day at 9 am and closes at 4 pm. Sometimes, Central Florida Zoo stays open longer, so visitors can explore the area after dark.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8220;How much is admission to the Central Florida Zoo?&#8220;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Adults who buy their ticket online pay 19.50 USD. 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