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Location
Parking
Free designated accessible parking spaces at entrance
Accessibility
Accessible entrance and reserved parking spaces designated at entrance
Best time
Visit during winter months (December-February) when cold snaps draw manatees closer to warm waters for the best chance of close-up sightings. Manatees are wild animals with unpredictable patterns, so consider visiting multiple times for guaranteed viewing.
About Manatee Center
Nature center devoted to coastal life. Nature center devoted to coastal awareness featuring a waterfront viewing platform & exhibits.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Nature Center
- Highlights
- Manatee sightings, hands-on animal encounters, Indian River Lagoon ecosystem exhibits
- Admission
- $1
- Special Programs
- ManaTales, Lunch & Learn, Creekside Chats
What visitors say
This was such a cute experience for my toddler...she loved seeing the lady feed the fish in the tanks and doing the scavenger hunt. Everyone was so nice and helpful...we will definitely visit again.
Our family had a fantastic experience at the Manatee Observation and Education Center in Fort Pierce. During our visit, we were thrilled to spot five manatees relaxing peacefully in the water, seemingly unbothered by our presence. The…
Small center to help preserve the manatees. $3 entree fee, a few exhibits, inlet access beside and attached to it with a 2nd story viewing tower. Small aquariums with live fish and plants. Entry free gift shop also. Great prices on…
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Did You Know?
- Admission is only $1, making it one of the most affordable nature centers in Florida
- Manatees frequent the center year-round due to warm water, with cold snaps bringing them closer to shore for better viewing opportunities
- The center offers free pre-K story time and activities (ManaTales) on the third Thursday of each month at 10:30 AM
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