This is a very nice place to view manatees. Recommend going in the winter when the gulf waters are colder causing the manatees to seek warmer waters. I have snorkeled with manatees so just viewing them isn't exciting for me, but when I take people there, they love it. More

We usually try to get here at least once every year. It is only open part of the year. Usually opens around November. Im not sure what month they close it though. It is pretty cool to see all of the manatees in the water there. Sometimes you can even spot a baby. There is a mic that you can... More

This is a great place to view manatees and it is free! I believe it is only open from November to April. We went in November and there were a few manatees. Went back in December and there were many more to see. To see the manatees make sure you go to the actual viewing area. We went on the... More

This is a nice side trip if your headed back to the Tampa area. We did it on route back to the airport. It provides the younger kids with an educated view on these wonderful mamals. Unfortunately we did not see any when we were there, but we did see a stingray and a small shark. The viewing area is... More

This is a great place to go to see manatees in the winter months. They like the warm water from the plant. You'll also see other wildlife, like stingrays. It's a great place to visit. More

They are slow moving and lie beneath the water except for coming up for air, but worth the trip. More

If you go anytime other than the colder months you will most likely not see any manatees. The facility closes for the year April 15th but should have closed much sooner as the manatees are not there right now. In the winter this facility would be a great place to go, very good layout and fun for families, we will... More

this is a great spot to take friends or family visiting the Tampa Bay area. They really have done a great job creating a slice of nature right next to the gigantic power plant! We especially liked the boardwalk through the mangoes out into the channel where you could really see the manatees up close. Our kids love this place!... More

The atmosphere is Old Florida, with large moss trees and boardwalk style paths. More