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Manatee Viewing Center

Manatee Viewing Center

Scenic Lookout, Other Great Outdoors, and Zoo
Apollo Beach
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    Kate S.
    "Amazingly awesome!! Came to see manatees and I wasn't disappointed!"(17 Tips)
    christina lynn agatha
    "The best place on earth saw so many manatees!!!"(3 Tips)
    Gregorio B.
    "likely to see hundreds of manatees."(2 Tips)
    TBOcom
    "center and a gift shop."(3 Tips)
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  • Jan S.heart icon on user image
    Jan SundströmDecember 31, 2017
    Can't believe this is totally free of charge. Great view of the manatees, and a nice modern exhibit inside. Make sure you take the tidal walk too.
  • Claudia F.heart icon on user image
    Claudia Flores-GrisalesJanuary 20, 2015
    Come and see the manatees, relaxing in the warm water. Scenic view. Variety of birds & fishes. We saw blue crabs too! There's a small gift shop. Also, there's a energy generator plant (contrast).
    Upvoted 1 week ago
  • Dede C.
    Dede ClinchNovember 3, 2013
    This place is amazing!! Beautiful surroundings and Manatee's for the viewing. Also an educational center, gift shop and snacks. They are only open November to April.
  • Kate S.heart icon on user image
    Kate SchreckJanuary 26, 2016
    Amazingly awesome!! Came to see manatees and I wasn't disappointed! Got a good education as well which was a major bonus! Such a fantastic hidden gem!
  • Samantha W.
    Samantha WoodMarch 15, 2019
    Manatees flock here when the water is cold in the Gulf! Open from November until mid-April, it's free to visit. Even if the manatees are elsewhere, they have a stingray touch tank & great trails.
  • Gregorio B.heart icon on user image
    Gregorio B.February 27, 2017
    If you go and visit between Dec.-March you're likely to see hundreds of manatees. This popular spot is free and definitely worth the trip.
  • TBOcom
    TBOcomApril 20, 2011
    Dozens of manatees are the main attraction, but there's also a 900-foot nature walk, a learning center and a gift shop. The Short List: one of our top 5 attractions you've probably never visited. Read more
  • Julie A.
    Julie AlejosFebruary 3, 2014
    SO neat. Lots of manatees to see & opportunities to see other wildlife. Good walking too.
  • John P.
    John PaterakisFebruary 4, 2018
    An abundance of manatees. A great place to spend an afternoon, and absolutely free!
  • Julie S.heart icon on user image
    Julie StoopsFebruary 20, 2016
    Loved this!! Can't wait to go back and spend more time.
  • Peanut M.heart icon on user image
    Peanut McKenzieJanuary 25, 2016
    Walk out in the viewing platform! It's well worth it! The Manatees are enjoying the warm water off the #TECO cooling towers on this brisk January day!
  • Hope S.heart icon on user image
    Hope SextonFebruary 23, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Love it here just enjoying seeing the manatees and being by the water makes my day
  • Jane S.
    Jane SchildrothApril 6, 2014
    Check their web site in advance so you will know whether or not to expect the stars of this show to be present.
  • Jenn P.heart icon on user image
    Jenn PDecember 24, 2014
    So awesome!!! Free and so much nature. The new observation tower is nice!!
  • Nick S.heart icon on user image
    Nick SonstebyFebruary 20, 2020
    If you have an electric vehicle, they have two ChargePoint charging stations very close to the entrance.
  • Josie R.
    Josie RossDecember 28, 2014
    This place is pretty cool if you happen to fun yourself in Orlando, I suggest you come!
  • Sara W.
    Sara WatlingtonApril 6, 2014
    Great place! Make sure you go on the peer through the mangroves!
  • Danielle D.heart icon on user image
    Danielle DJanuary 25, 2016
    Awesome ! So many manatees and even sharks jumping out of the water !
  • Kate S.heart icon on user image
    Kate SchreckJanuary 26, 2016
    This manatee (sea cow) was a beauty!!
  • Jeannie S.
    Jeannie SparksJanuary 30, 2014
    Be sure to check out the indoor exhibit all about Tampa Electric. Very interesting!
  • Lauren B.heart icon on user image
    Lauren BaconFebruary 4, 2016
    Great spot to stop and see manatees
  • Katie M.
    Katie MDecember 1, 2013
    Come on a cold day at high tide.
  • Michael O.heart icon on user image
    Michael O.April 4, 2016
    Only open until April 15...warm too warm after that--manatees wander off...Hurricane Simulator is 45 seconds and a waste of $2.00
  • Bill V.heart icon on user image
    Bill Van WagnerSeptember 8, 2015
    What's not to enjoy at this cost?
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    Manatee Viewing CenterFebruary 15, 2013
    It's a great day to see manatees!
  • Steven M.
    Steven MulderJanuary 12, 2014
    Nice day for Manatee migration. Pretty cool!
  • Eva 🐾 B.heart icon on user image
    Eva 🐾 BanovaMarch 8, 2015
    So pretty! Very kid friendly. Kudos to TECO for doing this.
  • Matt J.heart icon on user image
    Matt JonesFebruary 8, 2015
    Totally awesome place to see. And free = automatic win
  • Euníceheart icon on user image
    EuníceDecember 23, 2016
    Everything
  • christina lynn agathaheart icon on user image
    christina lynn agathaFebruary 1, 2015
    The best place on earth saw so many manatees!!!
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    Manatee Viewing CenterJanuary 7, 2014
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  • Grant G.
    Grant GorisMarch 31, 2012
    Take a walk out in the viewing platform! It's well worth it!
  • Zach R.
    Zach RomerJanuary 1, 2012
    Amazing juxtaposition of nature and industry!
  • Laura M.heart icon on user image
    Laura MichaelFebruary 1, 2015
    We were here the first weekend of February and there were SO many manatees!!
  • Kieran F.
    Kieran FaganMarch 25, 2013
    Cool to see these creatures. Not born performers, though.
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    iSapien 1956672March 16, 2015
    Didn't see a manatee, but saw this huge tarpon.
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  • Vicki W.heart icon on user image
    Vicki WarnerMay 6, 2018
    Very cool!
  • Donna A.
    Donna Alano-DeSantisDecember 29, 2012
    Get there early-limited parking!
  • Sarah S.
    Sarah StollMarch 28, 2010
    January and February are the times to go as there are literally hundreds of manatees here
  • Mark M.
    Mark MolnarMarch 30, 2014
    Awesome fun
  • John B.
    John BoosNovember 2, 2013
    Open for the season
  • Grace H.
    Grace HornAugust 7, 2012
    Closed until November 1
  • Rey David S.
    Rey David SantiagoJanuary 6, 2011
    Lots of manatees !!
  • Mariusheart icon on user image
    MariusMarch 24, 2018
    Coole Idee von dem Energieunternehmen. Manatees sind toll!
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