Absolutely breathtaking! The beach is a true paradise warm, crystal-clear waters that are so inviting, and perfectly shallow for wading or just relaxing. The scenery is stunning, and the peaceful atmosphere makes it the ideal spot to unwind and soak up the sun.”

— Siesta Key Beach Florida Review — I’ve been here 5 weeks ago. It is the best beaches I have ever been to. I definitely recommend going to this exact beach in Florida if you want Jacuzzi style relaxation. The water is really hot! When it’s sunny and humid, you will have to handle it going into the water will make it worse since it’s really hot. 5 star beach and definitely the best beaches I ever went to. Highly recommend!

5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️!! Siesta Beach is ranked among the top 10 best beaches in the U.S. every year — and of course, our family wanted to see if it really deserves the title. It absolutely does! All the photos online are real — not exaggerated at all. Parking: there are plenty of spots, though I imagine it might be tricky to find one during the busy season. There are also designated spaces for people with disabilities. Before reaching the main beach area, there’s a large shaded zone with a playground, picnic shelters, and showers. It takes about 5–7 minutes to walk from the parking lot to the beach. The sandy area is divided by a small service road where you can easily set up a tent or have a picnic. The sand is truly amazing — pure white, very fine, soft, and cool even on hot days. The ocean is a paradise for the eyes! The water color is stunning, even when there are waves. The entry into the water is smooth and safe, perfect for kids. There are lifeguards on duty and sheriff patrols, which makes you feel even safer. Highly recommend this beach for everyone — families, groups of friends, or couples looking for a beautiful and relaxing spot to enjoy the day. 💙

The sand is truly unique — pure white, incredibly soft, and as fine as powder. The best part is that it never gets too hot, so you can walk barefoot along the entire shoreline without a problem. The water is stunningly clear, with a gorgeous turquoise color and a perfect temperature of around 30°C, making it ideal for swimming or simply relaxing in the shallows. The beach is also very well equipped. At the entrance, you’ll find places to buy drinks, snacks, and light meals, which is super convenient if you want to spend the whole day there. There are free parking areas — although when I visited on a Wednesday, they were almost full, so I can imagine weekends get quite busy. Another big plus is the excellent facilities: there are showers and restrooms available, all very well maintained and clean, adding to the comfort of your visit. On top of that, a pleasant breeze keeps the heat from feeling overwhelming, making the whole experience even more enjoyable. The atmosphere is lively yet relaxed, with families, couples, and friends all enjoying the sun, the sand, and the beautiful surroundings without it feeling too crowded. It’s the perfect blend of natural beauty, comfort, and good vibes — a place you’ll want to return to again and again.

Best beaches in the Sarasota area. Get there early if you want to find a parking spot. It is a very popular beach and people flock here. Food is available and there are ample public bathrooms and foot washing station. The beach is a bit of a hike from the parking lot but well worth the walk. Great place to take your family. Plenty of space for grilling, a playground for the kids, and a few covered areas for large parties and to stay out of the sun.

The sand at Siesta Key is unbelievably soft — it literally feels like walking on flour. The beach is spotless, the water is clear, and the sunsets are unbeatable.

Visiting Siesta Beach was one of the best beach experiences I’ve ever had. The moment I stepped onto the sand, I understood why it’s consistently ranked one of the best beaches in the country—and even the world. The sand is unbelievably soft and cool to the touch, even on a hot day. It’s not your typical beach sand either—this is pure white quartz that feels like walking on velvet. It made just being there feel relaxing and refreshing, before I even reached the water. The beach itself is massive, so even when there are a lot of people, it doesn’t feel crowded. I liked how easy it was to find a spot to settle in without being too close to anyone. The water was calm, crystal clear, and perfect for swimming or just floating around. You could really tell the area is well-maintained, from the clean restrooms and outdoor showers to the lifeguards stationed throughout, giving you a real sense of safety and care. But what really made it special for me was the atmosphere. It’s peaceful, family-friendly, and full of people enjoying themselves without the chaos or noise of more commercial beaches. I even got to stay long enough to catch the drum circle at sunset, which was an incredible experience. Watching the sun dip into the Gulf while listening to live drumming and seeing people dance freely in the sand—it just had this beautiful energy that stays with you. Siesta Beach isn’t just another beach—it’s a destination that feels like a perfect mix of nature, relaxation, and good vibes. Whether you want to play, unwind, take a long walk, or just sit and watch the waves, this place has it all. I would absolutely come back again and again. It’s a true gem of Sarasota and easily one of my favorite spots in all of Florida.

Beautiful place to be. The parking is easy to navigate and there is a small gift shop below the garage. I explored the gardens and there were many butterflies out. There was a little cafe on the property and the women working the counter was very kind. There is a beautiful banyan tree with bridges and things for children to play with like musical instruments. There is a lovely gazebo where it looks as though wedding as held inside with stained glass above which was very pretty. A peaceful place to walk 🌺.

We went to see the orchids and were duly impressed. The display was very nicely done. When my wife and I went to the intriguing exhibit by Rebecca Louise Law unfortunately, being sensitive to fragrances, I could not enjoy the display. We toured the rest of the grounds at a leisurely pace and enjoyed the shade and cool ocean breezes. Absolutely amazing place. The flora is exceptional.

Beautiful way to spend the afternoon! Guided tour was very interesting. Gift shop and Orchids for sale were stunning. We were offered a reduced admission fee due to the museum was closed. Parking garage

So the grounds were beautiful, not up exactly to par with the Naples botanical garden. But a lot of great photo opportunities! The staff, I’m not sure if they are paid or volunteer but they were definitely not very friendly, not rude, but short which I felt was odd given the midday, early afternoon crowd was non existent.

What an amazing experience!!! The orchids were gorgeous and the at show was breathtaking. The ground are well kept and the staff is friendly and willing to answer questions. I had a wonderful time. There was ample benches to rest when I got tired. I'm so impressed!!

Absolutely beautiful gardens! The orchids and bromeliads were outstanding—some of the most stunning displays I’ve ever seen. The entire property is peaceful, well-kept, and perfect for a relaxing stroll. A must-visit!

Absolutely beautiful! I ended up getting an annual pass because I know I will go back. There are beautiful areas to walk around and sit quietly and enjoy the scenery!

It's typically packed weekdays/weekends regardless of when you go. Good selection of stores. A little tiny area for kids to play by the food court which was nice to spend a few minutes at with my kiddo.

We went on a weekend and it was not crowded and it had different shopping options with great discounts available for buyers. Along with different shopping lots present in Ellenton, there is also plenty of parking options available, which makes it easier for buyers to shop and park easily.

very clean and well maintained, lots of parking, lots of shops, clean restaurants and restrooms. The benches outdoors to sit on are nice and shaded. We just so happen to go on a day that the fighter jets were flying for the bucs game, that was cool to watch in the sky

It's a nice place and big, there are clothes of all brands and good deals, and it has a dining area, the only detail is that there's not a technology store, only clothes stores

Terrific mall! Absolutely love the Lucky Brand store. Overall a great place to find some decent deals with a variety of stores. Biggest issues: 1. You have to Pay to park closer to the front. Feels very nickel and dime for an already failing industry. 2. Food court needs a heavy overhaul. It is dark and dingy with not a lot of great nor healthy options.

Ellington. Premium Mount. It’s always has a wide variety of amazing deals that I find extraordinarily unbeatable. Come to see them today. Find the shoes. You need the clothes you don’t and everything from here to their in between and all around. Come see us today at Ellington outlet malls. Enjoy the minion shops here, and you will find a great deal. I guarantee you. If nothing else you have a beautiful time, enjoying the lovely scenery and ladies.

Love this place!!! To start it has great stores, the prices and deals are great, the design of the place is beautiful, open and modern, plenty of space to seat and rest, food court, huge parking all around the stores. It’s definitely worth the driving!!!

The day we decided to go, there were a bazillion people, it seemed. Can't go to the end due to hurricane damage, which is understandable! Still great views.

Caught some fish. All the amenities were closed. No bait no snacks. Half the pier is closed off. At least it looked like it was being repaired. Good place to toss in a line.

Venice Fishing Pier This pier is kin of cool. It has a bait shop, Fish Cleaning Stations, Fishing Rod Holders, and Benches throughout the Pier. This Pier had some work done it after the hurricanes and its safe and easy to walk on. It’s free to walk out on it and the views are spectacular. While we were out on it, we saw a Dolphin playing in the surf. This pier is a great place for pictures, and we took plenty of then. One end of this pier starts at Sharky’s Restaurant and ends with lots of Fishing spots. You can walk from one end to the other easily. Make sure you take a walk out on this pier just for pics. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Follow me On FB For More Reviews & Fun Gulf Coast Terry

A very nice pier for fishing, sightseeing, taking pictures of sunsets, and a great restaurant at the beginning. There's also a small bait shack about a quarter of the way down the pier.

Apart from being damaged by the hurricane 🌀, The Venice Fishing Pier is a great place for an all in one event. Food, great views from the pier and swimming in the warm waters of the Gulf.

Very neat place to visit and the water was amazing along with finding sharks teeth!!

Awesome beach!! Come hang out on the pier or lay out on the beach!! Great restaurants around too!!

Beautiful black sand beach with tons of shells, and if you're lucky, shark teeth! They aren't just laying around, you'll want to bring a bucket or strainer to sift through the shells & sand.

Always love it here it's not cool the road is still closed but still able to get to beaches and find teeth

This is my favorite beach n florida! I am an actual born and raised Floridian and still enjoy this spot. But if you have children (or a weak stomach) beware of walking too far south down the beach. The naked old and weird will come out of the tree lines. Some are harmless other than the obvious, but there are a few mouthy ones who think they are entitled to be there naked and you shouldn't be there. I was cursed out with my husband for stopping to find shark teeth in a spot that they were hiding when we arrived then descended down on us 100% naked. The upside of this beach are the amazing amount of fossils you will find. Especially if you know what to look for. Check it out for sure. Just be mindful of how far south you stray.

I’ve heard in Heaven the streets are paved with Gold-at this beach the streets are paved with sharks teeth! You literally shower off standing on shark teeth. The beaches are pristine and the sand is like powdered sugar. Bring a kitchen strainer and prepare for a day of exploration of finding your own treasures. You won’t be disappointed. Check out my Podcast for more hard hitting truth.

A pristine beach located off the beaten path with plenty of spots to claim a peaceful day. A long walk if your planning to come without a boat, There is a ferry that takes people back and fourth from the South Venice yacht club. Found lots of shark teeth and the sand was blazing hot. Make sure you have some adequate sun protection.

I went on Sunday morning and there were over 2 dozen people sifting through the beach looking for sharks teeth. They were spread out the whole length of the beach (over 2 miles ). The sand is fine and is not rocky except for shells in various amounts throughout. It isn't too busy and has plenty of space so you don't have to be on top of other people. Great place to take the kids or to relax without a lot of hassle around you. Free parking is great.

One of the lesser known beaches of the area, but if you know of shark teeth then you definitely know of Caspersen! This beach is so fun because it’s so unique- there are lots of rocks right along the shore like and a huge walkway across the sand, making for some great views! There are lots of shells to be found, not even just shark teeth but a large array of other conchs, scallops and really good ones! If you want to find teeth, though, I suggest you bring either a rake or some kind of straining/ scooping element because otherwise they are super difficult to find. You also need to find the right spot, so if you’re not finding any, keep on moving and don’t give up! Caspersen also has some bathrooms and rinse stations, but beware of parking because it can get tough- so great there EARLY or get there late- the in between may have you driving around quite a bit!

The parking is open again, but sadly the restrooms are not. Nothing but Port of John's lined up. The beautiful Boardwalk is gone there are still no basketball nets. No signs of anyone working on it besides the mowers and blowers who's blaring noise ruined the peace and solitude that you would expect to find at 7:30 in the morning. It's been a year, what's up Charlotte county?

Nice beach that is not crowded, but you will need to pay for parking, via your phone and CC. Found some fossils, enjoyed watching the storms roll by, in front and behind us. Decent facilities, bathrooms were clean, but really need a little more light inside. I recommend this venue to all who are looking for a quiet beach to relax on. *Note* Traffic can be a rough, leave plenty of time before and after your visit.

Nice beach. Sand Is a bit more course than some of the other popular FLORIDA beaches. Sharks teeth wash down from Venice here. So a less crowded spot to look, not always quite as nice though. Pay to park. You need an app. Restrooms are a walk away. Not super close. They have a kiddy park before entering the beach area. It was closed when we went. Not sure why. No signs. Just yellow tape. Lots of seaweed. It was gone after a few days. Bad red tide. Also gone within a few days. Beware of jellies.

With all the red tide problems & rain I've missed going to the beach. So I had to go... I heard RED TIDE was starting to clear up & I wanted to see for myself. The beach was pretty deserted, maybe 4-5 small groups of people were there. I didn't smell anything, which was good but I did have persistent coughing for awhile. I didn't see allot of dead fish, 3 to be exact but I stayed in one area so there may have been more further down the beach. The water was a bit green as pictures show but no one was in the water. I hoped to find shells but no such luck there, workers who combed the beach for dead fish must've collected shells too. So I satisfied my curiosity about red tide clearing up, I believe it is but its not quite ready for normal population. I'll give it a few more weeks & try again.

Unfortunately the tide brought in loads of brown reddish sea grass to the shoreline. Apparently the city should clean it up by the weekend. Also, today the beach was jammed packed around 2ish. Sadly the beach sand was a bit sharp due to excess cut up shells. The sunlight of course was delightful. We totally appreciated the waves splashing sounds too.

A beautiful Florida beach: sandy mix with many shells and an occasional shark tooth. Very new and nice shaded playground, restrooms, boardwalks, picnic areas, basket ball, volleyball, and plenty of shops and restaurants close by. Parking is easy with a kiosk to pay by the hour, which was $.75/hr for us by credit card. The beach tends to get busy.

Nice beach… lots of shells…parking is not free but it is cheap; across the street there a a few restaurants with in and outdoor seating and a few beachwear stores; bathrooms were decent (we went in the morning); the sunset was amazing

Stump Pass Beach State Park Manasota Key Florida $3 to get in small parking lot well secluded and so many shells...well worth it! Definitely do-able again and again!! If I lived here I would come here 3-4 times a week! The water was gorgeous and we saw some dolphins playing in the water! There might have been 40 people spread out here at this beach...so gorgeous w my cousin Shari

Awesome spot! There was a huge amount of shells from the recent storm. It was like 3 feet deep. There's shark teeth all over but you gotta figure out what to look for or you'll miss them. We saw a dolphin here and lots of birds. My son found a ton of sea slugs and baby fish. Very family friendly and peaceful. I'd recommend this spot!!

Beautiful area. Heard they are planning to fill in an area caused by hurricane Milton making access to tip of Stump Pass. Let nature be natural I say!

The staff was amazing 😍! Beautiful State Park, get there early and get in line for parking. Remember parking is limited and a privilege. Show courtesy and patience; some of us save up all year to take our family 20 minutes away.. We know it's not far. We live here year round and love our visitors; love us back ❤️. Thank you 😊

It's the most beatific beach in Florida! The sand and water were perfect. Great spot for shells.

Stump Pass is a nice beach. The parking area is small so if you don't get there early you might not be able to park. However, it also means it's not very crowded. The beach is on a sandbar area and on one side there were jellies swimming about. The staff there are super friendly and helpful and we found some really nice shells.

One of the best kept not so secret beaches in the area. After the hurricane milton they had to move a lot of sand before they opened again, now its open and beautiful. Still under development in some parts but overall a great beach spot.

Amazing way to spend Mother's Day...any day really! Enjoyed the narrated boat tour...galloping gators, feral hogs, and fauna galore...something for everyone!

beautiful place for enjoy the nature and the real Florida landscape and animals!

Great for kids! Airboat tour with gators, birds, wild pigs in sight. Tram ride with excellent description of flora, fauna, and history. Great restaurant and gift shop. Camping facilities look nice and we'll kept. Many opportunities for walks and bicycle rides.

Excellent camp ground for youth scout camping and to the looks of it great for family camping. Gas stations within 15 min drive for ice and other things along with a Walmart about 20 minutes away. Great roads for bike rides and also plenty of good views with alot of alligator sitings. Make the 1 hr trip to peace river if you can and dig for some fossils when the water is low!

Wonderful campground with plenty of space.

The campsite was huge and well cleared with plenty of flat spots for tents; the water out of the spigot was delicious and clean and didn't have that standard Florida sulfur taste; the state park staff was extremely accommodating and helpful; and the site was secluded from other campers. Overall, a fantastic experience!

Its better just putting anything modern away and imagine it being 90 years ago. Get the real feel for the real Florida

This is a wonderful observation deck which gives an incredible 360 degree view over Myakka State Park and the surrounding nature/hiking trails. The wooden structure was build by volunteers and is very well-made, although you can feel a slight sway at the top of the structure. There is also a nice suspension/wooden bridge that you can cross. This is great for kids and adults of all ages. There is a short trail that leads to the observation deck from the nearby parking area.

An inexpensive day trip. $6 for a carload. The 75 ft tower was worth the 'climb'. Lots of level of stairs. But easy to go up & down. Nice walkpath for a nature walk

This is a good but quite short experience definitely worth seeing. It is just a quick stop and short walk as you gett in the park from the south end. There are a lot of stairs to climb but the view is impressive.

Great place to bike or walk around. A fun walking bridge and a hike up many steps to the canopy view. We saw many alligators and birds. The boat tour was closed this season as the water is down 3 feet. Overall, a great family place to go.

Came with our children and our parents, ages 6 to 72 and we had a great time! We drove through the park end to end first checking out the wildlife. We saw a wide variety of birds, several deer, and even a few alligators. After our "self led safari" our party of 6 walked the canopy walkway. The structure is very well maintained and easy to navigate. The six year old was the first to reach the top of the canopy, but you do feel the sway of the structure in the wind. The views from the peak observation platform are breathtaking, and worth the climb. We spent about 4 hours total exploring. For the $6 entrance fee (per vehicle) we highly recommend, it's worth the stop.

Beautiful and gators were active. I think this would be a place to bike, which we seen lots doing it. At the same time they need a bike lane because kids were in the middle with their parents and cars were trying to get around.

Beautiful park full of wildlife and great views! Loved the canopy walkway and tower overlook. Peaceful, scenic, and totally worth the visit.

Beautiful beach with clear water, tons of shells, not crowded at all. You do have to pay $6 to enter (toll) and $3 to park. There were only portable toilets-seems like they are doing a bit of construction.

Beautiful beach, clear water, nice sand, great atmosphere, respectful people around, not noise people! LOVE THIS BEACH

What a heavenly beach. Absolutely beautiful. Nice clean bathrooms are available. Not very crowded. I tried fishing here and had an absolutely great time. I caught lots of small fish and I cought my first pompano (and it was a keeper) very exciting.

Not a good beach for families with little ones. There’s a big drop off, broken shells are abundant and the day we went anyways, the sea was rough. We did see fish even in the little ways we went in. However, water wasn’t as clear as I was expecting from all the hype we heard about this area. (Went mid October) No manatees or any other wildlife. Church was closed, lighthouse museum was open, but didn’t go in as we were all in our bathing suits. Did find 2 Sharks teeth without digging around & son’s picked up some larger whole shells. Entry fee and small parking fee. This time of year, all senior citizens at the beach except for us. Lots of people fishing from the beach however didn’t see anyone catch anything.

If you have littles, please read my review :) 6/12/2023 UPDATE: Since Ian happened last summer, this beach has lost a lot of sand. The beach is much narrower and the drop off at the front isn't as deep but now the water level is a bit deeper than it was las summer. My sone is now turning 4 in August and the water was a bit deeper on him. It's still nice and I got to see a manatee again this year and that was so exciting !! Original: This beach is pretty quiet and just relaxing! We were a little bit north of where the pinned Boca Grande Pass spot is (aroung the 5th street entrance) but I just want to review the beach as I saw some say it wasn't kid friendly 😁 it's a narrow but nice. The sand is a bit shelly but bareable being barefoot. The current isn't bad at all and the waves come in at an angle. I have a almost 3 year old and he loved the fact he could walk out probably 30 feet from the shore and still stand on his own (its knee to hip deep about 50 feet out I would guess). The waves weren't too bad and he did really well for his first ocean trip! There is a slight drop (maybe a foot or less) at the very beginning and the shelly sand ends at the sea kelp line (you can see it in the photos). Just on the other side there was just pure soft sand. I even saw a manatee and was so happy I got to see one 😁😁 Thanks for reading my review and hope you have a great beach day!

One my favorite beaches! It’s beautiful and clean! There are manatees that swim around this area so be on the lookout! I’ve heard manatees are friendly though. Unfortunately there aren’t any wash station around. There are portable potties. Before getting to the island there is a $6 toll but we’ll worth the trip!

A great place to find a variety of shells🤩

This is my favorite place to go camping in Florida. It’s primitive and you’re one with nature while you’re there. It offers shelling and dark skies, as well as miles of trails to explore. We’ve taken two of our pups with us and it’s been great. I love the campsite hosts and the other travelers you get to meet. Beautiful palm trees surround your campsite and the breeze brings in the smell of saltwater. It may be my favorite place to be. 🌴 We can’t wait to camp there again when they open it back up!

Beautiful park! Too big of a trip for just one night. We stayed 2 and still didn't get to see most of the park. The park tram schedule could use improvement. They pick you up too early for the boat so you waste a lot of time just waiting. Bikes are a must of you want to cover any ground. Great rental prices but they don't allow campers to keep them overnight which is really unfortunate. The camp grounds is a 20 minute walk from the camp store so come with everything you need. No rats on our visit. Great shelling on the beaches. Sites are gorgeous all though some don't have any shade.

My stay at Cayo Costa State Park in Florida was nothing short of magical. Camping in one of their cozy cabins provided a perfect blend of comfort and nature. The beach, hands down the prettiest I've ever seen, offered pristine shores and breathtaking views. A true haven for those seeking a tranquil getaway surrounded by the unparalleled beauty of Florida's coast. Cayo Costa State Park is a gem for nature lovers and beach enthusiasts alike.

I wish they would rebuild the boat docks so we could take an excursion on a big boat there. We went with friends on a pontoon boat. Had a great time on the island with very few people, but the ride there and back was a little scary.

My favorite State Park ! We camped two nights there in February 2022 ! Had a great time fishing, beach combing , exploring the island and bike riding ! Can't wait for the campground to reopen !!!

It was a hot trek but we'll worth it. Once on the ferry it was lovely. Wear plenty of sunblock and have water for the trip to the island. The beach is great and we often felt like we had it to ourselves during the week. It was beautiful and breezy. Bring some sort of shade and plenty of sunblock. We stayed in a cabin. We were pretty prepared but we're worried about the no electricity thing. It ended up not being a problem. I went and read a book one day while I charged my phone near the store. Everyone was so helpful and friendly. We brought camp stoves and simple meals and it worked out. We went to get ice for our coolers every morning. Be prepared for bugs! Mosquitoes, midges (no-see-ems) and possibly chiggers. The midges don't seem to care if you have bugs pray on or not. We wished the private showers didn't pool water so much. It would have been nice to have a platform or something. Otherwise, great for such a rustic experience.

We stayed there for 3 days. And I must say, it was one the most amazing place that I’ve ever been. Everything was unique and special. We had chance to see dolphins and enjoying swimming with them around us. The cabins are small and tiny but it’s more than enough to enjoy your time there. Just make sure to take all your food and beverages with you. They have a small store there but it doesn’t have a lot of stuff. Also, they provide ice and wood, so you don’t need to take those with you. In general, if you are looking for a unique adventure, you must go there. Highly recommended.

Very wonderful place to go. Only $10 for a recommended admission donation and they truly take wonderful care of their animals. We saw Jaxon the opossum eat and we saw the bald eagle chirping. Wonderful place and very friendly and educated people there ready for any questions and wonders!

I really loved this place when I visited for the first time. I came down to Florida from Missouri and was really interested in something wildlife based to visit that 1. Didn't cost very much (this is perfect because there is no entrance fee, they only ask they you make a donation if you can. There is suggested amounts to donate, but no one is there twisting your arm) and 2. Didn't require much hiking to see cool things. It was quite hot and sunny the day we visited so it was nice that it was in more of an urban setting. I want to start by reminding anyone that this whole place is pretty much run by volunteers! They are super awesome people, very knowledgeable, and incredibly generous to dedicate their time to the care of all of the animals. For review purposes: I will warn anyone with children or a large party that it isn't the biggest place. It is a single walkway with animals and information on both sides. It is NOT air conditioned, but partially shaded. There is a small gift shop that IS air conditioned which is a wonderful break from the heat. There are not bathrooms in the facility, but there are the park bathrooms outside. While it isn't a "premium" experience, you get what you didn't have to pay for. If you really love wildlife, rehabilitation, and general education then it is a nice little place to visit. The gift shop had quite a few things I was happy to buy lol.

This sanctuary has such beautiful animals, friendly staff and a great setup in general. The staff is extremely knowledgeable and gave a great presentation on Halloween. We saw lots of birds but there are a few furry friends as well! The gift shop has a ton of fun and cute items for a good price. If you’re in the area this place is the perfect place to stop.

I really enjoy coming here with my wife to check up on the critters, but I am extremely concerned about what will be done with the land after the move to the new facility. It is my understanding that a developer wishes to come in and build on Ponce de Leon Park. People need to wake up and get vocal! Nobody wants more condos!! We want our beautiful nature!

Great people working there pretty educational and friendly. My daughter and us were so happy about the explanations the workers provide. It's really good and you learn a lot about what they do and how good they take care of the animals.

Took scenic route home and glad we stopped here. Volunteers were very knowledgeable and friendly.

Amazing! Great to see the permanent resident animals and how they are taken care of. They had 2 owls out for interaction and it was so fun to see them up close.

We visited here on 9/13/25. There is plenty of parking. Most of the shops don’t open up until 11am or noon. The place is clean as are the restrooms. There are a couple of restaurants open with at least 3 upcoming.

Must see excursion in Punta Gorda. Quaint shopping area in the marina. Covered but open to the Charlotte Harbor breeze and beach vibe atmosphere. Boat tours available dockside. Unique treasures for gifting a small slice of local flavor, handmade and/or natural shops, or just plain fun little things to enjoy with friends and family. Interesting concept with suites available upstairs overlooking the harbor. Beautiful place!

Outstanding. The sandy bay, the deck chairs, a Caribbean-style cocktail from the bar and an extraordinary sunset. Small loving boutiques, a restaurant with a view into the sunset possibly paired with an overnight stay. Unbelievable.

Fisherman’s Village what a cool place, we came across this place when visiting the area. A must see! From shops to buy clothing, odds and ends. We had lunch at the tiki bar which had good food and waterfront views. I had the chicken BLT wrap. It was amazing.

So serene! This is the epitome of Florida living. The weekends are hectic, but the weekdays are glorious! I love the tiny shops with beach clothing, toys, ice cream shops and cute eateries. You can hop on a boat and take in the best of Punta Gorda and the amazing sunset. And…. You can rent a room and vacation on the second floor of the building. I can’t wait to get back.

This is a great way to spend an afternoon in Punta Gorda. Lots of cool shops to go to and some restaurants and bars. The tiki bar is fantastic or the best I’ve seen , it’s right on the water with its own beach a perfect tropical setting. Let the wife and kids walk around to the shops while you get yourself a cheeseburger in paradise and a nice margarita or a cold beer. I just discovered this place recently and if I go back to Punta Gorda, I’ll be definitely coming here again..

Nice place to go for a walk and end up at sunset with ice cream and coffee. So sad it’s suffered from last hurricane so our restaurant is closed for renovation and the next to it completely closed. Basically no place to eat at the waterfront anymore. Beach bar and coffee shop along with few other shop are open .

Wow highly recommend it to anyone who is into cars. I have never seen such a collection. It is 1 persons personal collection over 200 cars truck suv all years. The owner is usually there and is very personable. Had a conversation with him. Entrance fee is only $12.50 and there is also a restaurant there.

Absolutely breathtaking the atmosphere and nostalgia of the history and vehicles in this museum. GM only car museum, as a Chevy guy I was in heaven. It saddens my heart knowing this place is closing the doors permanently next week due to covid and the owner wanting to retire. To anyone reading this before Jan 17th you must come check this place out. I drove almost 2 hours to come see this place and it was worth it.

A nice car museum with cars from long lost time. Anyone who loves American vintage cars, must visit this museum. in, the cars marvel and dream. All cars are in an excellent condition, you want to get in, turn on the engine and drive off. Even the decoration around fits in this museum

Outstanding museum and the operation sells cars... The day we four arrived there was an incredible show of cars in the parking lot. I would highly recommend this if you are a car lover. You can leave for lunch and as long as you can prove you paid... You can return. There's a lot of cars in perfect condition and if you like cars.... You'll love it here. Check it out 😉😊😎

PERMENTY CLOSED!!! Last Day ,All of them will be going to new owners soon glad I got to see them , Sad they wont be together again. I Hope Rick Treworgy has a few he held back for himself. Thanks Rick for a awesome collection.

For a place "off the beaten path", this is a real gem....especially if you are a GM fan. Great collection of classics from every year and model from the 60s thru today's high-end Corvette and Cameron. Plus lots signs and old car magazines. For $12 admission fee you can't beat it for a couple hours of nostalgia.

Such an amazing place...the. cars are beautiful and the staff is extremely friendly. Really easy to find off the road ample parking . I cant believe this is one guys auto collection. Mostly all GM vehicles from across the spectrum...only a couple of fords hidden out front

This is really a unique place to visit. We bought the package deal which included a tour of the castle, which was filled with unique objects made by Solomon, and a tour of Solomon's later creations and his antique car collection. Our tour was led by "Uncle Jimmy," who was entertaining and quite knowledgeable. It was quite an interesting experience and well worth the $39 per ticket that included both tours. Afterwards, we enjoyed lunch at their on-site restaurant, The Boat on the Moat. The food was good as well, and my wife and I enjoyed our excursion to Solomon's Castle very much. It was well worth the time and money.

Absolutely loved it. Mr Solomon was an amazing artist. All his art is created from other people's trash. I can't begin to describe all the beautiful art in the castle which was also his home. Definitely worth a visit if you are a lover of all things creative. There are 2 small restaurants on the grounds and the food was very good. No inside photos are allowed so I will share my beautiful outside photos.

Was a whole surprise and definitely well worth it. Great staff, Good food and an exquisite ambiance surrounded by nature and the magic of Solomon’s art. We’re repeating again for sure. Highly recommended.

WOW! You could tour this place over and over and still not see everything! The guides are knowledgeable and friendly. This is a one-of-a-kind experience. See the genius artistry of a creative mind who "made stuff" by recycling trash to treasure. Don't miss this one! It's out of the way, but a beautiful drive. Plan to stay for a delicious lunch and enjoy the sweet gift shop, but bring cash; they don't take plastic.

Nice spot will catch the museum at a later date as the tour a little more than I expected. We ate in the pirate ship . You could also eat outside or in a lighthouse. It was a cute experience and food was good and reasonably priced.

Fabulous Family Day out! We had a great time. Boat in the Moat restaurant was great, food was awesome! Shout out to Dean for taking the phone call that put my son's mind at rest 😁 Dean really took his job to the next level, big thank you❣️ Informative, fun and well worth the trip 👌

It is well worth the trip out there to see all the art and sculptures. It is not really a place for kids who like hands-on/interactive museums. I would suggest teens who are into art and sculpture and old cars. There is also a place to eat.

Played golf only. Nice fresh available on arrival. Club drop off easy. Full bar and restaurant available. Very new and modern clubhouse. Take cart to the range. Free balls are abundant. Chipping area large and conditions are great. Take cart back to the marahalling area to meet your caddie (we had Big D) who was a character. Had a great round. However, stopped short at 17 due to lightning in the area. First class facilities and a great day out. Courses are in top notch condition. A must play set of courses.

Beautiful golf course, clean rooms friendly service. Lina at the front desk was very helpful and knowledgeable in the surrounding area.

You'll never experience something like that. Best Golf resort I have ever seen, from people, ambient to the golf courses. That should be for every golfer bucket list!!

Lovely club house. Great golf shop and clean lockers. Not really ideal to get the pro shop staff to open the locker all the time. Also, bar and restaurant is really really loud. Aside that, great sport to have a bite after golf.

The lodging was OFF the chart! It took me a couple of days, just to take it in. But teamed up with world class golf.... Hold on. Red or Blue? Both have one of a kind greatness. Special holes that take your breath away. Black? I can't say. Equally spectacular, but to me Red or Blue. Period. I walked, with a caddie. In the future I would walk with a cart. On a personal note I don't like those old English buggy 2 wheeler. I wish they had the modern 3 wheel push carts. ( Red, Blue, black are the golf course names )

Such a great experience every time I come here. Course is in excellent condition. Love the taco stand @ the turn. "Big Country" was our caddy and he did a great job. Highly recommend every golfer comes and plays here.

The scenery is incredible, elevation changes, water hazards, wildlife, and two great courses! Service was outstanding. From the moment I stepped out of the car, the shop staff, the caddy, and the restaurant at the clubhouse, all were impressive! Can't wait to get back. Difficult courses, so bring plenty of golf balls and play the correct tees!!

What a wonderful place. They rescue and care for abandoned and abused exotic animals and give them good lives. You can tell the staff cares so much about the animals. Elsbeth took our group on a tour of the property and introduced us to all the animals - lions, tigers, ligers, bears, primates, wolves, hyenas, and so much more. She was soooo nice and fun. They plan little enrichment activities with the animals during the tour so we can watch them in action - like getting a new toy or a snack or something like that. It was just such a great place. I loved every minute.

Awesome! A few tips. 1. We had the first tour of the day which began at 9:30 AM. We arrived around 8:50 AM. The gate was closed with two cars already waiting on the side of the road. The gate opened at 9:00 AM. 2. We waited in the area where they sell souvenirs and such until the tour guide introduced herself at precisely 9:30. 3. The only opportunity to see the wildlife is during the tour. There is no independent viewing so no need to budget much additional time. (I saw this as a positive…not a criticism just an observation I hope will be helpful in planning.)

It was such a pleasure to take the 90 minute tour of this sanctuary. There were so many different kinds of animals (lions and tigers and bears, oh my! among other types) to see and the tour guide, one of many volunteers, was excellent in supplying information about the facility and it's two- and four-legged residents. I highly recommend taking this tour and helping to support the Octagon Wildlife Sanctuary.

Great seeing the animals. They gave the animals puzzles with food treats in them so you were really able to see them. Only downside with it was real slow moving. Glad I didn’t have a child with me or they would have been bored.

Octagon Wildlife Sanctuary is a hidden treasure right in our backyard! It was heartwarming to see animals cared for in an environment designed to protect and nurture them. This is not a polished zoo. The staff and volunteers clearly put their hearts into creating a safe, loving home. Walking through the sanctuary, you can feel the dedication behind every enclosure and the joy of giving these animals a second chance. If you’re looking for an experience that’s both educational and inspiring, Octagon is a must-visit!

An FWC approved and verified facility housing abandoned and abused lions, Tigers, bears, hyenas, wolves and many other species. Run with the help of an all volunteer staff and donations the tours are available by booking online, super easy to do. Single tour Monday at 9:30 am starting October moving to Three days a week, starting again November Monday, Thursday and Saturday, 9:30 and 10:30 am start. I went on the 9:30 am tour lasting till 11am. Elisabeth our tour guide is knowledgeable, gives a history and origins of each of the animals, the new wireless mic and speaker made it easier to hear everything said on the tour. Enclosures meet and exceed all the standards, all are a sand or dirt floor with large swim pools for each animal. They offer enrichment activities to each of the animals and special treats periodically. Double fenced with special gates to access or separate the pens for cleaning and maintenance it is a well run facility. A number of the enclosures are being expanded and new enclosures are in the planning too Take note of the picture of the sign with the amount of food needed, donations, visitors always welcome. Started Volunteering here, great experience and happy to be close to nature 😀. Enclosures being updated and enlarged. New enclosures and enhancements to others underway.

I very much enjoyed the tour of the sanctuary! Our tour was all adults and was a peaceful educational experience. I felt that the animals were well cared for and not “on display” constantly which seems to help with their comfort. I loved that the tour guide and crew working were knowledgeable about the animals and genuinely care. I think the price for what you experience is great (frankly I’d pay more as it all helps the animals). You must schedule in advance, but it is well worth it.

Took a walk in Highland Hammock and I’m pretty sure I met every single mosquito in Florida. Seriously — it’s like they were hosting a reunion on the trails. That said, the park is absolutely gorgeous. Shady roads lined with massive trees, peaceful trails (well-maintained for the most part), and that classic Florida swampy magic. I walked for over two hours with a friend who's training for the James Way, and the vibes were strong. Bring bug spray. Industrial strength. Maybe a flame thrower. But once you’re prepared, it’s an incredible spot to walk, train, or pretend you're in a National Geographic special.

This was a lovely park. Went on a Tuesday so there weren't many people there. You can see how the weekends would be super busy though. They have tram rides and bike rentals, camping areas, playgrounds, bike paths and walking paths. The walking trails are very well marked, clear and easy to navigate. No worries of getting lost or even off the path. The trails are all relatively short and mostly shaded. We did the entire park within a few hours. That being said, the place was beautiful. There were so many old trees and even an old growth forest area. The trees were so big and gorgeous. There was a Cyprus swamp area that felt other worldly. The one disappointment was that the catwalk was closed so our trek through the Cyprus swamp was on the main boardwalk only. We did see a lot of animals including 3 alligators, a bobcat, and lots of interesting birds. Right outside of the park we saw turkeys, cows, and some wild hogs. It's a nice place for easy peaceful walks, with restrooms, benches, and even a small shop.

Unfortunately, a section of the Cypress swamp trail is closed. This is one of the most beautiful parts of the park. I hope they fix it as soon as possible. The park is a real little Florida jungle. The entrance fee is $6 per car. I like it!

We’ve been coming here since we first got married and have always loved the old Florida feel of this park. Recently we returned with fat tire bikes to explore the bike trail. Even though it was hot, we had a great time. Saw several tortoises and two deer along with lots of nice scenery.

Smaller park but the trails made up for it. Very scenery BUT the mosquitos were out of control!! Museum was closed so we didn't experience that, the store was nice with plenty of stuff.

We had a great time and my grandson loved the open areas and walking trails with tons of foliage and random animal interactions.

What a great park. As Florida's oldest State Park. It is well-maintained and beautiful. Abundance wildlife abounds.

Lake Placid was originally known as Lake Stearns, named after Marcellus Stearns (1839-1891), the federal Government Surveyor General and the 11th Governor of Florida (1874-1877). In 1927, Dr. Melvil Dewey, the creator of the Dewey Decimal System, visited the area and saw its resemblance to Lake Placid, New York. He successfully campaigned to rename the town Lake Placid, envisioning it as a resort destination. Today, Lake Placid is known as the "Town of Murals" and the "Caladium Capital of the World" with four dozen murals decorating its streets and producing 98% of the world's caladium bulbs. It was even named "America's Most Interesting Town" by Reader's Digest in 2013. And if like me, you didn't know what a Caladium is, it's a tropical plant that is native to South America but thrives in warm, humid climates. The lovely town includes some local restaurants, local coffee shops, plenty of parking and friendly folks. It's an easy walk to find the murals but be sure you bring plenty of sunscreen and bug repellent. I had a great visit to Lake Placid and might return one day.

Lovely murals. Nothing open on Sunday?😣 Many sad tourists. Very limited restaurants, and most offer only breakfast items. 🤔 Beautiful lakes. Another sad feature:Many shops even closed Monday's, and IF they are open, only till 3:00 PM. If you enjoy walking through a " CLOSED TOWN" and viewing murals, during the DAY..NO LIGHTING AT NIGHT, you will enjoy Lake Placid.

The murals of Lake Placid Florida are an experience not be missed. Several recently added murals are beautiful. There are 47 historic murals, 17 one of a kind trash containers all companion pieces to the murals, and 49 bird plaques all over the business district. Come visit the Town of Murals that Reader's Digest named "America's Most Interesting Town".

Great example of Public Art in the Town of Murals - Lake Placid, Florida. These are just a few of the dozens of murals around town. As an owner of several rental units, land, and a home in Highlands County, I have been apart of the community since 2001. With that said, I'm still a fan of the murals and have "walked the town" each time I make it to Lake Placid. Dozens and dozens of wonderful murals – some as large as 175 by 30 feet and others filling several stories on downtown Lake Placid buildings – are painted throughout the town. Pick up a guide ($3) to these murals at the Chamber of Commerce - where there's a 10-minute video you will thoroughly enjoy - and then take a leisurely drive or casual stroll to see the story of cattle drives, of Lake Placid’s pioneers, of Native Americans who lived 10,000 years ago, of sandhill cranes and the citrus industry, and larger-than-life local residents like lady rancher Jennie Reninger who was so good with a bullwhip she could snap a cigarette out of your mouth from 10 feet away – one of the earliest anti-smoking campaigns, from what is advertised in the guide. You haven't visited Lake Placid if you don't visit the murals. Highly recommended - 5 stars and an almost free ($3 for the guide) experience. My recommendation is to walk the mural route. It's a much more enjoyable experience. /s/ William E. Lewis Jr., Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Lake Placid is a unique place to visit. The town of murals. So fun to walk the quiet streets following the guide map to all the amazing murals.

If you have never visited Lake Placid, FL city of murals you are really missing some beautiful art. There are too many buildings to count with murals painted on one side or another...a must to see.

I love lake placid to death do us part i been living in lake placid since myself was conceived at Walker memorial hospital on the 7th of November 1988 im 30 years old now i couldn't find not one greater small town might've fact highlands county period is the true land of milk and honey my opinion i myself Jacquil Terrell Williams (yaquil) from lake placid Florida in highway park

Found this place by mistake as we were driving by . It was a great time free parking lots of gators. The zoo keeper Brian was so friendly and gave us so much information. He took the time to tell my 6yr grandson about the gators. They have a small play area for the little ones . Also they have pigs, birds , turtles a donkey the gators are of all different sizes . The crocodiles were the scariest. Had a great time saw some of the shows and my grandson did the animal encounter going into a small tank to catch little gators Brian showed him how to grab the gators and lift it out of the water fun to watch . Brian is his new hero he told us . Planning to return with more family to have a great day . Go see for your self they are on US 27 .

Everyone we encountered on the farm was friendly! Kyle specifically did the gator feeding show on the bridge and did a great job. We also saw him multiple other times and he was happy to educate us and give us more information and experiences including information about the pigs, goats, bobcat, donkey, and Ricky the peacock. We got to see him feed the bobcat too. He really enjoys his job it seems and it shows- very friendly and personable. The shelters for the animals were impressive and you can tell that the animals are well taken care of and loved which I appreciate. Everything including the animal habitats were very clean. Lots of gators, crocs, and other animals! Nice experience if you have an appreciation of wildlife and the out doors. Several activities and fair prices.

I had such a great time at Gatorama! They have alligators and crocodiles on display, and it was so cool to see the different kinds up close. The highlight of my visit was the egg-hatching presentation — we even got to open an egg ourselves! Watching the baby gator use its little “egg tooth” to crack the shell was amazing. Overall, it was a really fun and memorable day. Highly recommend for families and anyone who loves wildlife!

Great experience! The employees are super knowledgeable and it is obvious they care for all of the animals. Kyle did a phenomenal alligator feed show and his enthusiasm for his job was impressive. Great experience, I would recommend to anyone interested in alligators, crocodiles and other wildlife.

This was our 4th time going to Gatorama and partaking in the gator hatching. Every time it has been amazing! Once in a lifetime experience. Everyone there is very knowledgeable about the wildlife they have there. They have a ton of gators and crocs, as well as a few other animals. We love going, and will definitely be going back again.

We had a great time. People who work there are really nice. There's a lot of information. There's a walking thing that you go on to see all the animals. There's different age alligators, a donkey, some turtles, lots of stuff. Highly recommend. In the entrance building where you pay there's also lots of souvenirs.

I had the best day at Gatorama! Annual hatch fest was SO MUCH FUN! Thank you for your great conservation work and for letting us learn so much about alligators and other wildlife! Today was amazing and kudos to Kyle for helping us hatch the babies properly and for his undeniable spirit and smile he has for his work! Fantastic!

I put 3 stars for location only. Don't know what's around. The hotel and casino are newly built and its very nice inside. Small compared to others we have stayed in but size doesn't matter. Front desk staff very friendly and helpful! King size room was very big. Has small refrigerator, safe, robes, coffee maker, tv. Hotel is pet friendly so you might hear a bark now and then (lol). Lots of slots. Smoking and non smoking room to play. We ate dinner in the grill place and it was good. We had basic like hamburger and fries and chicken tenders and fries. Late night had a piece of cheesecake with hot chocolate and hot tea in the coffee place that is open 24/7. We would stay at this hotel again!

First visit for wife and I. Very clean (basically brand new. Just opened in February of 2025. The whole grounds inside and out was clean and beautiful. The rooms were perfectly laid out and the bed and pillows top notch and very comfortable. Again, the rooms were impeccably maintained like we were the first staying there. Definitely looking forward to staying again. The staff were friendly and efficient at checking in and answering all questions. Glad we came for the fun. Next time a concert.

This is my third time coming to this casino and I’ve met the most wonderful bartender. Her name is Christina with bright red hair. Very nice and always on top of her duties. I recommend everyone ask for her. She’s very delightful

The WORST customer service. They do not operate with integrity. I tried to use my comp rooms online for a birthday visit, but was unable to book it (ongoing issue with website booking system). I called the front desk to see if they could book it (which they have had to do for me before). They informed me that a comp wasn't able to be booked because of availability (was told call was recorded). I understood and made arrangements to stay at an Airbnb nearby. We still went to the casino the same night I was trying to book the comp room. Drank at the bar, ate at Josiah's steakhouse, and did plenty of gambling on my Unity card. The next morning, I received a charge on my CC for a "no show" to a reservation I never had. I called customer service, who spoke to an assistant manager and eventually a manager (both refused to speak to me directly) and they would not credit back the $113.51 charge even after I explained what I was told by their "customer service agent" and with evidence that I was on site and spent over $1500 that night. I am through the area often and have frequented this new property (and previous property) dozens of times since opening in Feb, but I do NOT intend going coming back unless they are willing to make this right. To me money isn't nearly as important as the principle. If a company doesn't operate with integrity they won't have my business.

I've Been to Every Hardrock Casino In FLORIDA....By Far I Love The BRIGHTONBSY CASINO AND HOTEL. PEOPLE ARE KIND. HELPFUL AND ARE WILLING TO GO THE EXTRA MILE TO MAKE YOUR EXPERIENCE MEMORABLE! LOVE IT...THE POOL AREA IS INCREDIBLE AS WRLL!!!

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ What an absolute thrill! Just wrapped up a weekend at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, and it's hands down one of the best getaways I've had in years. From the moment I pulled up I knew I was in for something epic. The hotel itself is pure luxury—spacious, modern rooms with plush king beds that felt like sleeping on a cloud, floor-to-ceiling windows offering killer views of the pool or the bustling casino floor below, and bathrooms decked out with rainfall showers and high-end Molton Brown amenities. Check-in was a breeze with their app, and the staff? Friendly pros who remembered my name and even upgraded me to a Hard Rock suite as a welcome surprise. The vibe is electric but chill, with live music spilling from the lounges and that signature Hard Rock energy everywhere. But let's talk about the real star: the Casino. Oh man, it's massive and mesmerizing! Over 3,100 slots humming with jackpot potential, high-stakes poker rooms where the action never sleeps, and table games from blackjack to baccarat that had me glued for hours. I hit a sweet streak on the progressives and walked away up a few hundred—pure adrenaline! The non-smoking areas are generous, the drinks flow freely (shoutout to the complimentary cocktails at the high-limit lounge), and security is top-notch without feeling intrusive. Whether you're a casual player or a serious gambler, it's got that perfect mix of excitement and indulgence. Dining was on point too—scarfed down mouthwatering steaks at Council Oak and fresh sushi rolls poolside at Tanuki. The pool scene is resort-level fabulous with cabanas, waterfalls, and a lazy river that melted my stress away. Even squeezed in a spa treatment; the deep-tissue massage was heavenly. If you're craving Vegas-style glamour with a Florida twist, Seminole Hard Rock is your spot. Can't wait for round two—book it, you won't regret it! 1ComputerOutlet #HardRockVibes #CasinoWins

The casino was very personal and friendly. The steakhouse has an amazing staff Mr. G and Alexis were absolutely awesome and very attentive. We are planning on coming back this weekend and staying at the hotel for a couple days. See you kids soon.

What can I say except this place is AMAZING! We were staying locally for doctors appointments in Orlando. With spring break going on as well as a Pandemic - we were a little hesitant. We didn't know what to expect (We have a high risk child). We arrived a couple hours after they opened - there wasn't much people at all. You are immediately greeted by the welcoming committee of Arnold's though (the cats lol) as well as a very friendly deer. It's not too big but we saw almost every single animal. It's not like the zoos at all. Your able to see each & every animal. There's no crowd of folks you've gotta walk by or put your kid on your shoulders just to be able to see the animals. There's also a nice garden to take a stroll through. Not huge but cute! The staff were incredibly friendly, helpful as well. My child LOVED coming here and as parents - we did too. It just felt so much less stressful - you can easily enjoy and breath. Lol Beware of the deer walking around though. He saw my husband saying hello to HIS ladies behind the fence and didn't like it. He decided he was going to try and take on my husband until he moved away from the fence. Can't blame him though :) As for fee....they run on donations. Kids are free but they do ask a $10 donation for adults. Honestly - if you were considering donating anywhere I would say donate it here. You can obviously tell while there that it's going to a GREAT cause.

What a fantastic adventure. You can tell the caretakers love the animals, their jobs and making visitors happy! Short staffed and still took the time to bring out two baby animals for us to hold and pet before we left. So much more than I imagined for a small rehab facility. Great Job!

We are South Florida residents and LOVE Arnold's Wildlife Rehabilitation because it is truly a hidden treasure. The staff is knowledgeable and provide a real hands on experience if they have any available animals. They are great story-tellers and truly care for the animals that have been brought to them. This is not a zoo--this is more of a rescue and with the hope that many of the animals can be released. Cierra and Kimmy are dedicated staff members and truly made our family feel special while we were there. While we were there we fed the chickens, took pictures with the peacocks, walked through the butterfly garden and learned about all of the animals. We received a special treat because they had an influx of rescues and were provided the opportunity to hold a baby raccoon and armadillo and then feed a fawn. This was truly like no other experience I have ever had. It is $10 per adult and children are free--but please remember they do take donations as well. We brought towels, dish detergent, extra money and lots of fruits and veggies for the animals. I honestly can't say enough nice things about this place! Do not miss out on this adventure;) Go to Lake O park after and bring lunch. Great day trip!

It was a wonderful place to bring a young boy. There were so many animals that kids could interact with firsthand. There were two panthers there and they were really exciting to see. Sometimes you go to these wildlife places and you don't end up seeing half of the animals because they're all sheltering from the sun, but that was not the case with Arnold's. Our tour guide (I think her name was Celeste) was very knowledgeable and took a lot of time to share with us. I recommend Arnold's Wildlife Rehab Center.

This place was amazing! Super friendly staff, family friendly, great alternative to the zoo. I would highly recommend this as a fun place to take the kids on a day trip. There are picnic tables under a pavilion where you can eat your packed lunch. You can even bring apples and carrots for the deer! Great place!

My mom & I had took 4 kids, ages 1 - 8, to Arnold's to have something fun to do while they were off for teacher's work day. We had a wonderful time & learned a lot about the animals. We had lunch under the pavilion and my niece's were even invited to paint rocks that they donated to the center for them to hide for the other kids who come to the center. I highly recommend it!!

Such a neat animal sanctuary! We drove over an hour to check out this place and it was great. We got to pet some of the sweetest animals, walk through a beautiful butterfly garden, and even hold a baby raccoon! We were able to see so many different kinds of animals and got to feed the deer. Staff was beyond kind and welcoming to us; they made an effort to have conversations with us and brought out a sweet baby raccoon for us to hold and love on. This was a really fun place and we will definitely be back again!

We've been wanting to get down to this outlet to check out their shoes. They had a good selection. They even checked in the back when I couldn't find my size in a particular style. The prices were higher than I thought they would be for an outlet store though. I was only going to get two pairs but they did have a special to buy two get one free so I wound up with three pairs. Not too bad doing it that way.

Fix the leaky roofs. This is ridiculous. The mold these tenants is experience is inhumane. Invest in infrastructure and business will come back.

It’s what I was looking for. I shop for my footwear and Florida Style Teeshirts, shorts and things like that. I also go here to get my 10000steps in. Always clean and there is plenty of public restrooms. My favorite store in Beals

Always a pleasure stopping at the Outlet Mall,in Vero Beach. Although but was late Sunday,near closing time ,I was able to find gifts for my friends,in record time I entered Bealls,in the Outlet Stores and found great gifts,great prices,all in just 15 minutes.

A lot of stores have left since my last visit but I’m still very happy with what’s left. The stores are clean, the employees are friendly. You can make a nice few hours and walk the entire outlet complex. Skechers, Polo, Tommy Hilfiger, Coach, Michael Kors, Williams and Sonoma, Carters, adidas, Hanes, Sunglass Hut, Gap, Crocs. Plenty of parking and they have a courtesy shuttle that operates during the day for elderly, disabled, or just lazy :). I really hope more stores come back. It’s a great location right off i95.

Good outlet mall with a variety of shops to choose from. There are a few hotels here as well as two restaurants. The Cracker Barrel and the steak and shake are the only two available. There are outparcels to build on in the future. Most of the outlet shops are clothing related though there are a couple of nice shops that sell furnishings. Close to 95 and excellent ingress/egress onto SR 60.

Only stopped at a couple stores but got great deals and not too busy

Great time. Lots to see including tons of actual gold and other treasures. A bit tight to move through with a walker but not a huge problem. The staff was great and the exhibits are interactive and lots of fun. Took about an hour to get through. Great parking on side and back of building. Sits right on the river with a great lookout for after the museum.

One of the coolest places I've ever visited! The video was interesting, but the huge real gold treasures blew me away. We even rented detectors and went to the beach to treasure hunt haha. Bought coins and treasures at the gift shop too. They even have a real gold bar you can hold through a wall. I loved that! So cool! Heres a few photos..

If you ever find yourself on Florida's famous Treasure Coast, be it for treasure hunting or if you are just interested in the area's rich history, then you will certainly want to put the Mel Fisher Treasure Center at the top of your list of things to see and do. Who knows, the treasure bug just might bite you too. 🤪 The museum is the focal point of research and salvage operations in the area for the doomed Spanish treasure fleet of 1715, and I highly recommend that you pay the museum a visit. If you are interested in treasure hunting, the Center is a great place to start. I first met Mel Fisher in 1990 in Key West while working on a magazine article about his discovery of the Atocha and his research center and museum there for Western and Eastern Treasures. He was a very gracious man, real, personable, and down to earth with every one he met. On the Treasure Coast now, I still stop by every now and again when the family is in to say hello. You can learn more about treasure hunting on the Treasure Coast by visiting my YouTube channel @Frank Hill Adventures. Thanks for looking. 🏴‍☠️

Amazing place! The history of the treasure hunt is out of this world to hear. All of the new stuff they have been finding and all the updates on what's happening was cool to hear. The treasures they have on display were neat to see and the story behind it all is great history! I highly recommend visiting this place.

Wonderful displays of artifacts and treasure from the shipwrecks of Spanish Galleons of the 1700's that were lost to a hurricane.

Nice movie with the history and good selection of different artifacts from the 🛳️ wreck.

Very cute place. The are making updates with some under water exhibit while we were there. So much treasure and cute details. Very entertaining to walk thru. Even thou it is small they make it look big with lots of little offsets and interactive things. The treasure is awesome! Would love to buy some .. but so expensive.. the lifting the gold bar was my favorite.. one of the reasons I went . So cool!.. wish I could touch a silver bar too .. the gift shop is cute too wish it was bigger.. the hallways were a little tight and hard to get thru even with just 6 people.. and a lot of people including myself take a minute to read things or look at things. Love the decor and the pirates! Wish there was more photo ops! I felt awkward trying to get a photo with the pirate with so many people in the tight place . But it was super neat. Love doing something different and learning a little about their family is cool! What a nice tradition to hold.. treasure hunters .. thank you for the experience.

The country's first national wildlife refuge. We came right after Hurricane Milton, so we stuck to the paved trail to the overlook. We saw two snakes and a blue heron. He loved the path up to the overlook with the names of all the wildlife refuges in the U.S. This is really a beautiful place and we learned a lot during our short visit.

Wonderful natural area, beautiful views, both easy and moderate hikes, gorgeous. Recommended.

Great signage, awesome trails. Enjoyed this much more then the Barrier Island Sanctuary. Ran out of time and didn't get to walk all the trails so I will be going back. I did not know until my visit that this was the first refuge of it's kind in the US.

Walked the Centennial Trail, a National Recreation Trail, which is a 0.75-mile trail that begins as asphalt and, when reaching the water’s edge, continues as a boardwalk/bridge of molded plastic. The molded plastic planks used to construct the deck of the boardwalk have the names of all US National Wildlife Refuges and the year they were established. When you get to the end of the Centennial Trail, you’ll see the plank for Pelican Island NWR, established in 1903. The trail is short and, because of its construction, can accommodate strollers or wheelchairs. The observation platform at trail’s end provides views Pelican Island and the Indian River Lagoon. Pelican Island NWR has several other trails. While there I also hiked the Joe Michael Memorial Trail which is more of a marshland-type trail common in this part of Florida. The Wildlife Refuge does not have a visitor center. It does, however, have a flush-toilet restroom.

This place is amazing! Wild Florida at its best. There a few different trail options, from short paved ones to longer (3 mile loop). If you decide to go the whole way bring comfortable shoes as you will be going through grassy areas. Extremely beautiful place, we saw tarpon, turtles, snake, pelicans and all kinds of birds

Have been to this NWR twice during late February, and it hasn't disappointed. There are a number of trails that you can spend hours on and birds at every turn. Bathrooms are available, but bring your own water. Some of the trails are 2 miles in length with not many benches, so be prepared. The Centennial Trail with the kiosk and boardwalk is neat to follow; the observation platform at the end has marvelous views with viewing scopes.

One of my favorite local spots to go. The lookout tower and trails have become my top places for semi-regular walks. Very beautiful sights, peaceful walks, and the abundant wildlife make this a great place to just escape the noise surrounding, and enjoy the outdoors.

Left after 2nd inning....life long Mets fan, very disappointed. Was always a dream to visit here, big let down. Just moved to the area so this was on the top of the bucket list. Most annoying was Q-tip old timers in section 205 refusing to let people sit in the seats they purchased. Its reserved seating, not first come first served. What are you supposed to do with a bunch of geriatrics on their last legs though? Heard the argument over seating for the 4th time and just took the family and went home before things got ugly. No usher presence didn't help matters. Plus half the stadium was closed off for renovations compounding issues. Food options were decent, that was about the highlight. Wish this night ended differently, will probably be going to Rays, or Tortugas games moving forward.

Great stadium but they need to be more prepared for an abundance of fans they ran out of Nathan’s fries on the second game of spring training. But all and all great too bring the family

Never in my life have I had such an exceptionally amazing meal. There is no contest that the food we had here was unequivocally the best I've ever consumed; utterly unparalleled. The appetizer of Scallops with caviar on top and a truffle slice was the best version of scallop preparation I've ever had. It started the meal off with a high bar that only continued to get better. I enjoyed an entrée of Coconut Crusted Hogfish in a Cashew Curry sauce that was beyond any ability to express how delectable it was. Every single bite was worth raving about; my taste buds never got used to how outrageously excellent the flavor was. Never before have I been so amazed at the flavors of each and every mouth-watering bite! My husband had the Roasted Maple Leaf Duck which he said was the best duck he's ever had. This was a better anniversary dinner than I could have fathomed (never before have we spoken so little out to eat because it did was so delicious). I cannot rave about this place enough and I look forward to the opportunity to return again for more!!

Frank took excellent care of us throughout the evening! He was professional and friendly! We are locals since 2014 and this was our first time dining here! Absolutely loved it! Beca took our reservation over the phone. So sweet and friendly. Michelle was our greeter when we arrived she was friendly and attentive to us. We had perused the menu prior to our arrival and enjoyed each course. I began with a delightful glass f Sancerre French Sauvignon Blanc, we then shared Oysters Rockafeder, a bowl of crab & shrimp tortilla soup, apple walnut salad, crab cakes is what my husband ordered and I enjoyed the coconut Crusted Hoggish! Everything was delicious! We will definitely return! The menus selection all inviting! 👍👏🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Five stars truly isn’t enough for this place! This was mine and my boyfriend’s first time visiting Stuart and unfortunately (but fortunately, in the end) we didn’t find this gem until our last day! We had the absolute best meal of our trip. The atmosphere is so lovely and cozy. The entire wait staff was so kind and attentive. Every dish we got was a must try; the pull apart bread, crab cakes, maple vinegarette salad, honey bourbon filet special and the coconut curry fresh catch. We will absolutely be making this place a staple on our next trip.

Megan the bartender is fantastic. The food is always good. The burger is pretty decent but id skip getting it with gorgonzola. It's a tad on the small side so be aware. The seasonal soup they had was amazing this week. The drinks are solid and its a decent happy hour.

Brunch too! Wowza! The pictures tell the story. Just go and thank yourself after. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Even the coffee was on point. Okay okay. We didn’t know what to order because we wanted it all so each of us got what all of us wanted as we usually do. Lol and Holy Buckets, Batman! It was 10/10!!! I just cannot get over how yummy and savory each bite was.

Love the food! Had the filthy oysters and scallops- absolutely amazing and delicious! Unfortunately our server and us did not click- which was a bummer. Although coming here every week for the last several weeks- need to take a break. If spending money for enjoyable outing- need to ensure all aspects on point.

Service was great and the chef accommodated my seafood allergy by specially preparing the veal dish. The veal was tender but a bit flavorless. We sat inside since rain was coming. The table next to us was 12" away but was the only open table. The salad that came with the veal was delicious! Appetizer pear purses was also fabulous. My friend and I split one appetizer and the veal dish and after the upcharge for splitting to get extra salad, total bill including 20% tip was $90. (We each drank water). It was plenty of food and we left full.