I absolutely love the Alligator Farm. Because of my previous experience with alligator farms in Thailand, I thought the St Augustine Alligator Farm was going to be shadey. A place where you see alligators but you also eat them and buy alligator skin handbags. That was most certainly not the case here. I always recommend the Alligator Farm for people from out of town as I think it's something truly unique to this region. In the farm/zoo there's more than just alligators, there are crocodiles, birds, and other reptiles. The feeding show is a must see! How often do you see a crocodile eating in real life? read more

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This was a cool place to take your kiddos for a structured trick or treating event. They have about 8-10 stations set up that kids could get a handful of candy and also pet a reptile. We saw tons of snakes, alligators and tortoises. One station gave you a piece of gator food to toss to the large gators in the water. This farm has tons of alligators and crocodiles and some Of the biggest I've seen besides gator land. The employees were all very knowledgeable of the animals and seemed to really enjoy their jobs taking care of the reptiles. Take bug spray! And if you're going for trick or treating I recommend an earlier time slot because when the sun goes down it's not super lit and difficult to see some of the exhibits. read more

St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park - Zoos Near Me - Saint Augustine, Florida

Solid 5 star from the staff knowledge to all the amazing things to see - This is a must for those with small children or those who have a photographic eye as the opportunities are endless. Snacks are reasonably priced shows are well ran - Stop I for a half day on your visit or get an annual pass. Took my 3tr old grandson so could tell you about the zip line but just look up and you'll see it too looked amazing oh and there are play areas for your toddlers to help break up your visit read more

Visited here today with my husband who is handicapped. We found the park to be very accessible and so much fun. The boardwalks and things were all in good repair and helped us see everything easily. I'm not sure which I enjoyed more, the alligators or the birds! Great park!! Don't miss the alligator feeding! read more

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We have family that lives in Jax and also other family that has visited the Jax area and the St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park. We heard it was worth a visit so we made plans to go when we were going to be in town. So glad we did! We really enjoyed learning all about gators and birds too! Very nice habitats for all the animals and they seemed happy and content. It was nice to be able to walk around at your own pace and attend a show at your leisure. I would definitely come back again on a future visit. read more

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Is it really a trip to Florida if you didn't see a gator? I think not! Instead of going to every retention pond and trying to find one in the wild, which could be a tad dangerous, I visited the St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park. Located in Saint Augustine and not too far of a drive from Jacksonville if you are from there or visiting like I was for work. Plenty of alligators, crocodiles, and other creatures here! We definitely were amazed to likely see easily over 50 gators here. Even have a photo opportunity where you can pay to hold a gator! Finally got to hold and head pat one, which was a bucket list item. Definitely recommend if you are like me, and love animals even gators! Surprised there was a lot of shade at this zoo, though still pack those sunshades and sun block! It was very humid and hot as we visited in August, but I see in other months it being very beautiful weather. Definitely return and visit in a better month if I come on a leisure trip versus work trip. read more

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One of the cooler zoos I've visited in a long time. It was a HOT day so I'm glad I brought a cold bottle of water . They have so many cool sections about all the different alligators. I had no idea there were so many species and how big they actually could get. As you walk by, there are other wildlife like birds and tortoise. Very family friendly and also good for a solo traveler like me. I found the indoor exhibit about Gomek was really cool and informative. They had short shows that were scheduled at different times like alligator feeding or an educational one about reptiles. At the end there is a huge gift shop to check out. Would recommend this as a tourist stop if you're in the area! read more

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Surprisingly fun, well-designed, and full of jaw-dropping moments (literally). The St. Augustine Alligator Farm is a historic zoological park that features not just American alligators, but every living species of crocodilian in the world. It's part educational, part thrilling, and unexpectedly charming. We caught a show at the theater and then went to the alligator feeding, which was absolutely the highlight -- watching them leap up out of the water was wild. You could feel the crowd's awe every time one snapped up a snack mid-air. Staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what they do. They answered questions thoroughly and made the experience better. As expected, food is overpriced, but that's the norm for any attraction like this. What stood out was how thoughtful the design of the park is -- for example, there are umbrellas placed strategically in areas with heavy bird activity, which saved us from potential poop disasters. Smart and appreciated. It does get a little smelly in some areas, but honestly, you're surrounded by gators and birds -- it comes with the territory. Totally worth it. Overall, a fantastic and unique day out. Highly recommend for families, nature lovers, or anyone looking for a fun detour in St. Augustine. read more

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This was a neat way to see many types of alligators and crocodiles. The feeding time was really cool and informative. You can see most of the park in a couple of hours. A few of the enclosures seemed too small or in need of updates. Overall our family enjoyed our visit. read more

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Great place for family time! Lots to see. Staff were all delightful! Love all the exhibits! read more

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The kids we were with loved it. I, personally, was terrified lol. Soooo many gators and crocs. And you get to feed them like ducks off a pier? Fun but terrifying. The large playground was a great touch that let the kids blow off some steam about mid-way through the walk around the park. Lots of birds and reptiles as well, so we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Only downside was it was a little pricey. read more

We loved it! We did go during a pretty hot week. While it was very humid. Any indoor space there was the A/C was sure to be on high, saw a variety of birds, reptiles, alligators and crocodiles! The kids enjoyed it and the shows. Highly recommend read more

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A great time at the "Night Market " event. Different local vendors came together to help support the Alligator Farm Foundation. It was a fun way to shop for unique gifts and treats. There were even some of the animal exhibits still opened. read more

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We visited this location while exploring the area on our spring break vacation. Parking was super easy getting in as well and the view of the birds and alligators and all type of reptiles kept us busy for our 2 to 3 hours overall it's a great experience for the family and to have something to do if you're in vacation, I would recommend this place. read more

Best Mother's Day ever at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm! We visited during Rookery season and saw tons of baby birds--so magical. The zip line was a blast (easy, safe, and gorgeous views thanks to the awesome staff). We even enjoyed an adult beverage while strolling past alligators and exotic birds. Thrills + wildlife + relaxation = the perfect day! read more

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Saint Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park - Croctoberfest Event Review I attended the Croctoberfest event at the Saint Augustine Alligator Farm this past weekend, and overall it was a fantastic experience! The atmosphere was lively and fun, and the staff were incredibly inviting and welcoming from the moment we arrived. There were plenty of opportunities to sample different tastings from a variety of local food vendors and breweries, which made the event feel like a true celebration of the community. The only downside -- and the reason I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 -- was that many of the vendors ran out of food and drinks within just 30 minutes of the doors opening. Considering that tickets weren't cheap, I had hoped to try everything offered, so it was a bit disappointing not to be able to sample as much as expected. That said, the event itself was still very enjoyable, and you could tell a lot of thought and care went into organizing it. With just a little more planning to ensure enough samples for all guests, Croctoberfest could easily be a five-star experience. I'm already looking forward to next year's event! read more

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Amazing adventure! Staff was great! Got to see some of my ex's family there. Yes, I am serious.

We had a blast!! So many cool animals to see and education portions, and the opportunity to hold them too!! Pricey, but the 6yr old loved it!! read more

Well.... The place is very well maintained and fairly big ... but a bit boring ! Very few live shows just more or less a self guided tour with picture plaques ... I thought it was over priced for what it was ... disappointing for sure :( We drove by it for years when visiting St Augustine and wanted to go.... I wouldn't return They need to make it a little more exciting / interesting ! read more

A group of five of us visited the Farm on a Saturday morning. Parking was plentiful but did fill up when we were leaving several hours later. Admission is $36 a person, a little steep for me. Once inside, we enjoyed all the exhibits and caught two shows. I appreciated the shady crocodile exhibit areas along with the alligator lagoon. The large swamp area on the opposite side of the Farm was full of gators and many nesting birds. It has a real native Florida feel to it but was baking hot with no shade. We caught a show in the lagoon with fun facts on the two breeds of gators. We also saw the once a week feeding of their large crocodile, Maximo. He was fed a couple of chickens and large rodents. For a large guy, he could move pretty fast and lunge out of the water quite high. We was most everything in two hours and enjoyed our visit. read more

Amazing how many gators are there! Clean facility and everything was well marked. It was definitely an enjoyable afternoon read more

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Came to Florida and had to see a gator. This spot was suggested by other yelpers in my community and vouched for by some family so we did. It was super interesting to learn so much about gators and other animals. BE WARNED: It stinks. Lol. I have a sensitive nose and sensory issues, especially with smells. If you share this experience, just be warned that almost every time the wind blows you smell dookie. I wore a mask to overcome this, but don't let that turn you off. This was one of the most fun experiences I had this whole trip. My kids loved seeing the gators being fed and interacted with. They had a chance to ask questions and the staff there were so friendly, knowledgeable and funny. My daughter got a kick out of the feeding of the gators, which happens at 12 and 3 in the swamp. They have lots of little activities for the kids and opportunities to see other types of animals. They have an albino gator and lemurs too. A snake and Dino exhibit accompanied multiple enclosures with crocodiles and different types of birds. They have a little panning station for the mini rock hounders and plenty of photo opportunities. It's not a huge zoo, but just big enough to spend a few hours in. The gift shop isn't super crazy prices and it's close to Buccee's. IYKYK. If you've already done Disney and Universal Studios, this is a great low key family activity with way less walking and waiting, which my kids were grateful for. I highly recommend this. 10/10 read more

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I've never had such a racist experience. My girlfriend was told because she doesn't fluently speak English that she could not zip line. This is a tourist city... laughable. Had to argue for a refund. read more

The first time I have been to this place was in 2015 and loved it. There are so many animals to choose from. This place was once home to the infamous Maximo alligator, who eventually passed away years ago. I tend to go every year, when time permits. I plan on going this year soon. read more

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This is a great way to spend a Saturday morning or afternoon. Great views of all the animals and it is so laid out nice you don't feel crowded. Good time and good price to get in. Been around since the late 1800s so you are also seeing a bit of history. Worth going. read more

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I'd like to preface this review by saying I am absolutely terrified of birds. There are lots of birds here. If you are also afraid of birds this may not be the adventure for you. Taking that into account for the money this is a fantastic activity for adults and children alike. They have so many amazing animals alligators, and crocodiles from all over the world, as well as monkeys, a snake, and as previously mentioned a ton of birds. It was a fun and hilarious day for our family! I really thought I was safe under the umbrellas until I looked up and saw hundreds of giant birds in the trees lol! My kiddo absolutely loved it and I really enjoyed seeing the alligator area and of course had to make a visit to the gift shop! Definitely a must stop if you are in the area! read more

This place was fucking awesome, the curators were so smart and nice and hot which was a huge plus. The alligators were so cool. They have beer and pretzels. I had an amazing day and I wish I lived near by so I could go everyday. Highly recommend!!! You have to go if ur in St. Augustine. Also Steven was so good at his job and gave great informative shows!!!!!!! LOVE IT. :D read more

This was a wonderful way to spend our day. The exhibits were great and all the staff were helpful and cordial. They even helped recharge my husband's scooter. We had lunch there and the burgers and sweet potato fries were delicious. We will definitely come back! read more

10/10 absolutely amazing experience! The park is set up nicely and the shows staggered threw out the day so no rushing around. Wonderful collection of alligators & 30 different crocodile species on display as well as a 15 foot salt water croc!!! Also many different other species of reptile as well as a Florida native bird aviary. Highly recommend this place for all ages- kids and adults alike will not be disappointed. read more

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Decent zoo. Nice mix of crocodile species but limited content overall. Price to content seems off. Animals seem well cared for. Not a destination but not a bad stop in area. read more

We hadn't planned on coming here but all the locals said it was a must and we happen to have gator shirts packed for our boys so it was a sign! This is a local attraction worth seeing for locals and tourist. I will start by saying it is pretty expensive in my opinion (I am used to Gatorland Prices). Kids should be more affordable. With that being said... the place is very immaculate with very well nurtured animals so that goes to show they spend their money well. The property is decent sized but for the price it could be bigger. We were blown away by the variations of alligators. There was so many. I really liked the cafe. The food was fairly priced and the seating was located right by the gopher tortoises. I appreciate the children menu options as well. They offer a few shows and live gator feeding. It is self guided and pretty easy to make your way around. For children they have a dig area with fake dinosaur bones and a mining rock station right next to it (the rock kits cost extra). My son loved both. They also have a cool playground near the birds. I liked the photo ops of fake gators around the park. Overall it was a fun day and we enjoyed ourselves. read more

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This place has fun for the whole family in St. Augustine!! I came here for the first time for a private event and was so impressed. This alligator farm is home to reptiles, birds, lemurs, tortoises and much more! My family and I had so much fun exploring the grounds and learning about the many creatures they care for. The private event space is great for any party! Everything was alligator themed and we had the opportunity to engage in special wildlife encounters. For example, we got to scratch the tortoises and pet and feed the alligators. The grounds are also very well kept and clean. The animals appear to be healthy too! read more

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Had a great time! Wish we could have stayed longer! Entry was a bit high but there was so much to see!! read more

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Came here on Thursday for a great Spring Break,this place has tons on views of gators,crocodiles and even birds! So many views aswell as zip lining,we got to feed and hold alligators,one of the best places for fun in St Augustine,definitely RECOMMEND! read more

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The alligator farm is right across the street from the lighthouse. It appears small from the road, but once you get inside you will find that it is well keep and spacious. You can view a variety of alligators, crocodiles and wildlife. Be sure to bring your quarters so you can buy gator food. read more

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I have visited St. Augustine many times and I didn't know about this alligator farm. Too bad, but I am glad to find out about it and visit it in January while in the area for the weekend. This place used to be an old side road attraction. Since then it has expended, it is a nice size, a decent little zoo where you can spend at least a couple of hours. The gradens are well organized, all alligators are well represented from each continent. Besides alligators (best selection ever) they have other animals and birds (turtles, phytons, chinchilla, parrots, vulture, iguanas, komodo dragon, macawas, viper, etc). They have daily feedings and shows you can witness but since we went on a cold day, it wasn't much action. Still, we got to see the albino (yes, they got one) being fed mice when we first got inside. They do some zip line packages but the space isn't too wide for that. But you can also tried it, a cousin of ours did and said it was like a boot camp experience. Otherwise, you can stroll the place and enjoy the best selection of alligators (the biggest one, Maximo is the salwater crocodile that is worth the visit) and beautiful birds. Admission is $34 for adults and $19,99 for children. Open daily from 9-5, they stay open till 6 pm during summers. Check their site for the schedule, and a $1 off coupon. Big parkings, plenty of clean restrooms around. You can buy food here also, or bring your own. Nice spaces for the animals, grab your map and discover the wonders of this place. When in Florida... check out an alligator farm! read more

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Gators, gators, gators. What I expected to see. Very pleasantly surprised to also see snakes, many various birds, and mammals. Everything was well housed so I did not feel the regrets of unhappy animals. Lots of space and well planned environments. We came at the end of July and I was concerned about heat and sun. There were no worries at 9 AM when they opened. Most of the walkways had tree cover and there were lots buildings with AC. Tolerance for heat might matter on 95 degree day. Great place to bring kids - ours are grown but will bring our grandchildren. read more

St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park - Not just gators! - Zoos Near Me - Saint Augustine, Florida

Easy to get to location. Parking got full but there is quite a bit. No cost to park. Cost is moderate. $34.00 a person. Discount for senior or kids. Also AAA. Shows inside are included. There are so many varieties of alligators and crocodiles as well as many other species of reptiles and birds. Lemurs as well. Some of the areas were kind of small and looked like they didn't have a lot of room to move around. IMO. It was very interesting to read about each animal and cool to see one of the shows w parrots and a hog nose snake. In my opinion it was worth the cost, the most expensive items were the food. read more

St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park - Zoos Near Me - Saint Augustine, Florida

If you want to see numerous alligators and other reptiles up close and personal, this is the spot for you. There is a feeding time, where alligators open their jaws wide so you can see them in action. They also have many typed of birds and a few tropical mammals like sloths and lemurs. They have Maximo, a gigantic Alligator and a zip line for the daring that goes right over the alligators. My only complaint is that we were not able to see the feeing when we went on 11/30 because it was too cold. That is understandable, but there was no communication or general announcement about the cancelation. Everyone was just standing around waiting, and about 15-20 minutes later a work walked by and told us there were no feedings that day. read more

A great visit! Most impressive for me was the care they had for the animals. The habitats were well kept, and you can tell they genuinely cared. Awesome to see the feeding and then exploring the park grounds. read more