Sarasota Jungle Gardens

Sarasota Jungle Gardens is .25 mi. w. of US 41 via Myrtle St., at 3701 Bay Shore Rd. Trails wind through a 10-acre tropical jungle with native and exotic trees and more than 150 exotic birds, mammals and reptiles. Also featured are a children's jungle-theme play area, free-roaming flamingos and entertaining and educational bird and reptile wildlife shows.

Rental strollers and wheelchairs are available.

Food is available. Time: Allow 2 hours minimum.