Fort Lauderdale Car Rentals and the Flamingo Gardens
Lush landscapes, succulent aromas and dazzling colors greet you inside the magnificent Flamingo Gardens in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Stretching for more than 60 acres, this tropical garden provides visitors with an inside look at local flora and fauna. Customers of Continental Fort Lauderdale Car Rentals are invited to spend an afternoon lost in thought at the Flamingo Gardens, roaming past ancient citrus groves and through one of the area's oldest homes. This not-for-profit garden is a great vacation choice for all sorts of travelers, especially those looking to embark on an eco-experience of the Florida Everglades.
Nature is the main attraction inside this Garden showcase
Attractions at Flamingo Gardens are dedicated to providing visitors with an educated look at look plants and native animal species. Exciting exhibits and facilities at the Garden include:
- The Everglades "Free Flight Aviary": This state-of-the-art facility houses one of the largest collections of wading birds in America. Customers of Continental Fort Lauderdale Car Rentals will find five different ecosystems represented throughout the aviary, and include more than 25,000 square feet of free-flight space.
- The Wildlife Encounter: Live presentations are held inside the garden facility, providing visitors with an exclusive look at the gardens wildlife. Presentations include birds of prey and reptiles. Shows are held at 12:30, 1:30 and 2:30, weather permitting.
- Bird of Prey Center: A large number of birds of prey are currently listed on the endangered species list. This unique center helps rehabilitate endangered birds that have been injured, before releasing them back into the wild.
- Panther, River Otter and Bobcat Habitats: These unique habitats are specially designed to house each of these indigenous Florida animals, providing them with an authentic tropical home. Flamingo Island: The gardens namesake residents are housed on this expansive island, which is the centerpiece for the park. Sparkling waterfalls add to the exotic nature of this habitat, providing visitors with a magical viewing experience.
Other attractions inside the Flamingo Gardens include an Alligator Lagoon, a Tropical Plant House and a Butterfly and Hummingbirds Garden.
You'll find lots of history in this garden
Aside from plants and animals, Flamingo Gardens is also home to one of Fort Lauderdale's oldest houses. Home to the Flamingo Garden's original founders, Floyd and Jane Wray, the Wray Home is now recognized as a Broward County Historical Commission and a State of Florida historic building. Customers of Continental Fort Lauderdale Car Rentals can participate in tours of the Wray Home daily at 10am and 4pm.
Grow your very own Flamingo Garden
Customers of Continental Fort Lauderdale Car Rentals are encouraged to purchase a piece of the Flamingo Gardens as a souvenir of their visit. The Flamingo Garden Shop proudly sticks a number of unusual and exotic plants that are perfect for amateur gardeners and beginner green thumbs. Plants currently available include Heliconias, Gingers, Alocasias and Orchids. Continental Fort Lauderdale Car Rentals customers at can also purchase novelty items and decorative elements, as well as a number of gardening supplies at the Garden Shop.
A luscious garden landscape is waiting for you in the heart of Fort Lauderdale. To learn more about the Flamingo Gardens before embarking on your upcoming Continental Fort Lauderdale Car Rentals vacation, simply log onto the official Gardens website at www.flamingogardens.org. General admission to the gardens is just $17 for adults and $8.50 for children. Discounted rates are offered to Seniors, AAA Members, Armed Services and Students. Tram tours of the gardens are just $4 for adults and $3 for children. The Flamingo Gardens are open from 9:30am to 5:30pm daily. Customers of Continental Fort Lauderdale Car Rentals will find the Flamingo Gardens at 3750 South Flamingo Road.
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