Sight guide · Fort Lauderdale · United States
Visiting Flamingo Gardens
A botanical garden and wildlife sanctuary in Davie, about 25 km west, with champion trees, a walk-through aviary, native Florida animals such as panthers, bobcats and black bears that cannot be released, and the flock of flamingos that gives it its name.
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Quick answer
Flamingo Gardens is a garden in Davie, Fort Lauderdale. Allow 2–3 hours; it is mid-priced. Booking ahead is not usually needed.
Key facts
- Type
- Garden
- Area
- Davie
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Book ahead
- Not usually needed
- Good for
- kids, nature and outdoors
- Best months
- January–March
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About Flamingo Gardens
A botanical garden and wildlife sanctuary in Davie, about 25 km west, with champion trees, a walk-through aviary, native Florida animals such as panthers, bobcats and black bears that cannot be released, and the flock of flamingos that gives it its name.
Tip: Ride the narrated tram tour first for an overview of the gardens, then walk the aviary.
Plan your visit
- Time needed: 2–3 hours.
- Cost: Mid-priced.
- Book ahead: not usually needed; buy on arrival.
- Where: Davie.
Best time to visit Flamingo Gardens
Flamingo Gardens is outdoors, so weather matters most. The driest, most comfortable months are:
- February: 25°C (77°F) highs, about 6 rainy days, very busy crowds.
- January: 24°C (75°F) highs, about 7 rainy days, very busy crowds.
- March: 26°C (79°F) highs, about 7 rainy days, very busy crowds.
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Fit it into your trip
Flamingo Gardens is not on our short itineraries, so plan it as an extra once you have seen Fort Lauderdale Beach and the A1A promenade and Las Olas Boulevard.
- No. 14 of the 16 sights in our Fort Lauderdale things-to-do list.
- A family favourite in Fort Lauderdale with kids.
If you like Flamingo Gardens
- Fort Lauderdale Beach and the A1A promenade — Fort Lauderdale Beach, Half a day
- Hugh Taylor Birch State Park — Fort Lauderdale Beach, 2 hours
- Museum of Discovery and Science — Las Olas and Downtown, 2–3 hours
- Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park — Dania Beach, 2–3 hours
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Questions travellers ask
+How long do you need at Flamingo Gardens?
Plan 2–3 hours.
+Is Flamingo Gardens free?
No, it is mid-priced. Tickets are usually available on the day.
+When is the best time to visit Flamingo Gardens?
January–March for the most comfortable weather. Ride the narrated tram tour first for an overview of the gardens, then walk the aviary.
+Do I need to book Flamingo Gardens in advance?
Usually not: you can decide on the day.
+Is Flamingo Gardens good for kids?
Yes, it is one of our family picks in Fort Lauderdale. Fort Lauderdale suits families who want beach time with easy extras: lifeguarded beaches, a science museum, Water Taxi rides and wildlife parks within half an hour.