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Top tips for a day at the best zoo in Florida
Planning a trip anywhere can be overwhelming at times. However, when it comes to planning a trip at the best zoo in Florida, we have you covered. The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is one of the best attractions in Orlando when looking for things to do in Orlando besides theme parks. The Zoo […]
Jeffrey Ehrlich
Top tips for a day at the best zoo in Florida
Planning a trip anywhere can be overwhelming at times. However, when it comes to planning a trip at the best zoo in Florida, we have you covered. The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is one of the best attractions in Orlando when looking for things to do in Orlando besides theme parks. The Zoo […]
Jeffrey Ehrlich
Central Florida Zoo welcomes rare Fossa cubs
Fossa pups born recently at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens are making big strides, bringing hope for the future of this vulnerable species. Their birth marks a significant moment for the IUCN listed vulnerable species and highlights the commitment of the Zoo’s animal care and veterinary teams. On May 10, the Zoo’s female […]
Jeffrey Ehrlich
Cheers! Celebrate Brews Around the Zoo at Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
Cheers! Celebrate Brews Around the Zoo at Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens Friday, April 12, 2024 SANFORD, Fla. (March 1, 2024) — Get ready to raise your glass! Sip and stroll around the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens during the wildly popular beer tasting event, Brews Around the Zoo. On Saturday, April 13th, the...
Richard Glover
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens’ greater one-horned rhino, PJ, moving to Buffalo Zoo to breed
SANFORD, Fla. (July 30, 2025) — The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is saying “see you later” (not goodbye!) to one of its most beloved residents. PJ, the greater one-horned rhino, is trading the Florida sunshine for snowflakes in Buffalo, New York, so that he can breed and perpetuate his species. But before that, […]
Jeffrey Ehrlich
There’s no better time to explore the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens than during our 50th anniversary celebration!
Looking for the best zoo in Florida to visit this year? There’s no better time to explore the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens than during our 50th anniversary celebration! Nestled in the heart of Sanford, just minutes from downtown Orlando, the Central Florida Zoo has been a staple for animal lovers,...
Jeffrey Ehrlich
Ways to experience animal encounters in Orlando
Whether you’re searching for unforgettable animal encounters in Orlando, looking for Orlando family activities, or hoping to discover things to do with kids in Orlando, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens offers a wild adventure. Animal encounters await at the Sanford Zoo, where guests can feed the giraffe, meet a rhino and...
Jeffrey Ehrlich
170 striped newts released in Northern Florida
More than 100 tiny striped newts now call Northern Florida home. The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens’ Orianne Center for Indigo Conservation (OCIC) joined conservation partners, including the Coastal Plains Institute and Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, for another successful striped newt release. 170 striped...
Jeffrey Ehrlich
Best Orlando attractions to visit during the summer
With sunshine almost year-round and a wide variety of activities for families, thrill-seekers and nature lovers alike, it’s no wonder that Orlando is one of the top summer destinations in the country. Whether you’re planning a weekend escape or a full summer vacation, there are endless Orlando attractions to explore. From theme parks and...
Jeffrey Ehrlich
Nighttime outdoor Orlando activities at the Zoo
During the summer months in Central Florida, the best time to explore might just be after the sun goes down—and there’s no better place to do it than the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens. If you’re looking for unforgettable nighttime outdoor Orlando activities, the Sanford Zoo has your wild side covered. From kids-only fun...
Jeffrey Ehrlich
