Visitors come to this warm water viewing center to see manatees, an endangered species of marine mammals. Open Nov 1 - April 15
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Jan 1, 2025
Well worth a visit. This place has loads of parking and it is well staffed and well set out. Viewing platforms are large and we saw lots of manatee. We were even luck enough to see the manatee rescue… Full review by sally M
Dec 31, 2024
This was our second visit to the Manatee Viewing Center in the last couple of years. The first time we went two years ago, we visited as soon as it opened, and there were manatees EVERYWHERE. It was … Full review by Excursion31129199362
Dec 29, 2024
I could not believe that the facility is free. We parked in overflow parking and they had tram service to get us next to the viewing area. The facility is very well maintained and buzzing with people… Full review by AjayJM
is this not open in summer because the manatees go elsewhere?
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Per Teco's website it is open Nov 1 - April 15. When visiting during the season, be sure to wear polarized sunglasses, you will be able to spot the manatees much better.
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