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Location
Parking
free parking available
Accessibility
ADA approved service dogs allowed (except three designated areas for safety), shaded grassy area adjacent to parking lot for pets
Visitor tip
Don't miss the live snake and alligator shows held 5 times daily throughout the day - they're educational, entertaining, and hosted by knowledgeable staff who allow visitors to pet the animals afterward
About Reptile Gardens
Wild animal park with reptiles & more. Long-running zoo with many reptile exhibits, plus bird shows, giant tortoises & a greenhouse.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Notable Collections
- World's largest reptile zoo with one of largest reptile collections; houses Maniac (giant saltwater crocodile), Aldabra Tortoises, rare tropical plants
- Highlights
- Sky Dome tropical oasis, Prairie Dog Town, Gators & Crocs Arena, Avian Avenue, 40,000+ flowering plants
What visitors say
We had such a great time and can’t wait to come back! I was really impressed with the overall cleanliness. You can tell the owners take a lot of pride in maintaining everything and taking care of the animals. We missed the bird score…
I had never heard of this place but it was recommended by several people. We visited as a family and it did not disappoint. There were countless reptiles and we could’ve spent several hours there if we had more time. One things that’s…
We loved it! They do a snake and gator show 5 times a day throughout the day. The shows are entertaining and educational. The brothers Joe and Dane were humorous through their shows and are amazing, they show they enjoy what they do.…
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Did You Know?
- Sky Dome houses the largest collection of reptiles in the world
- Maniac the giant saltwater crocodile measures nearly 16 feet long and weighs 1,250 pounds
- The facility features a 120-year-old Aldabra tortoise that visitors can pet and observe up close
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