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Gulf Breeze Zoo * Gulf Breeze Phone: 850-932-2229 With 850+ animals, covering 137 species of mammal, bird and reptile, we have plenty of monkeys, mobs of kangaroo, flocks of squawkers, cats like crazy, and tons of tortoises! Take a ride on our Safari Line Limited Train (see the zebras, gorillas and chimps) Feed the giraffes, goats, pig, llamas, bunnies, guinea pigs, budgeries and much more. Gulfarium * Fort Walton Beach Phone: 800-247-8575 Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park is dedicated to educating, entertaining, and inspiring our guests to respect and preserve wildlife by providing unique and memorable experiences for visitors of all ages to connect with marine life. National Naval Aviation Museum * Pensacola Phone: 850-452-3604 At the core of the Museum’s collections are more than 700 aircraft — most of which are on display at other museums, with approximately 150 located aboard Naval Air Station Pensacola. These include record-setting aircraft like the NC-4 flying boat, the first plane to fly across the Atlantic, including the SBD Dauntless that flew at the Battle of Midway, two Vietnam MiG-killers, an A-7 Corsair II that logged missions over Iraq during Operation Desert Storm and the last F-14 Tomcat to fly a combat mission. Navarre Beach Marine Science Station * Navarre Beach Phone: 850-261-2141 The mission of the Navarre Beach Marine Science Station is to promote the appreciation, conservation, and understanding of the marine ecosystem of coastal Florida through education and service. Located at the Navarre Beach Park in Santa Rosa County, the center is the focal point of marine, natural resource and watershed education for Northwest Florida K-12 students, visitors, and the community. Pensacola Lighthouse and Museum * Pensacola Phone: 850-393-1561 The Pensacola Lighthouse and Museum offers climbing tours of the landmark 1859 lighthouse. The Lighthouse, situated on Pensacola Bay across from the Naval Aviation Museum, offers indoor and outdoor history exhibits, gift shop, Light of the Moon Tours, Ghost Hunts, weddings and special events. All proceeds benefit the restoration and repair of the Pensacola Lighthouse. As an active aid to navigation, the 1000 watt bulb is magnified by the First Order Fresnel Lens to be seen up to 27 miles out to sea. Perdido Key State Park * Pensacola Phone: 850-492-1598 Barrier islands protect the Florida mainland from the harsh effects of storms and provide habitats for shorebirds and other coastal animals. Perdido Key is a 247-acre barrier island near Pensacola on the Gulf of Mexico. White sand beaches and rolling dunes covered with sea oats make this park a favorite destination for swimmers and sunbathers. Surf fishing is another popular activity. Boardwalks from the parking lot allow visitors to access the beach without causing damage to the fragile dunes and beach vegetation. Covered picnic tables overlooking the beach provide a great place for family outings. Located 15 miles southwest of Pensacola, off State Road 292. Southern Raceway * Milton Phone: 850-623-2333 Heart-racing fun every Saturday night on the 3/8th mile dirt track in the South! Featured racing includes IMCA modified, Cajun sprints, street stock, vintage cars, mini-sprints, etc. Special events include USCS and ASCS Sprints. See website for schedule. |