Fountain Of Youth Archaeological ParkvsSt. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park
Both Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park and St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park are rated highly by travel writers. Overall, St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park scores significantly better than Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park. St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park ranks #3 in Saint Augustine with approval from 7 reviewers including Michelin Guide, Frommer's and Where.
Fountain Of Youth Archaeological Park
Frommer's
Travel + Leisure
Afar Magazine
Where
Atlas Obscura
Fodor's
11 Magnolia Ave., Saint Augustine, FL 32084
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Frommer's "There's still absolutely no evidence that Ponce de León visited the spot during his 1513 voyage." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Take a pit stop at the hokey but endearing Fountain of Youth. Who knows if the free slug of water is better than Botox, but it’s great fun." Full review
Afar Magazine "St. Augustine is full of history! The Fountain of Youth is a fun way to learn about the city's fascinating past. The park celebrates the Timucuan and Spanish history of the city." Full review
Where "Legend has it that it was here, on the site of the ancient Indian village of Seloy, that in 1513, Ponce de Leon arrived here in search of magical waters that could preserve youth." Full review
Atlas Obscura "A tribute to Ponce de Leon's supposed quest for eternal youth. " Full review
Fodor's "Excavations have also shown it was the site of a Franciscan mission to the Timucuan Indians. The park includes a replica of the mission, a Timucuan village and burial grounds, a boatyard." Full review
St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park
Michelin Guide Afar Magazine Afar Magazine Where Frommer's
999 Anastasia Blvd., Saint Augustine, FL 32084
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Michelin Guide 2 Stars
" Don't miss the Land of Crocodiles, an outstanding - and rare - collection of 22 species of crocodiles from the farm. The park provides refuge for a rookery of wading birds during the nesting season." Full review
Afar Magazine "Who doesn't want to hang out with hundreds of crocodiles and alligators? I do! Last week, Bob and I took a zip-line and obstacle course challenge over these strange and ancient looking creatures." Full review
Afar Magazine "This Alligator Farm is one of the oldest zoological preserves in the state. It's a fun and unique thing to do with your family in St. Augustine!" Full review
Where "One of the country's first zoos and housing all 23 species of crocodilians." Full review
Frommer's "It houses the world's only complete collection of all 23 species of crocodilians...there are ponds and marshes filled with ducks, swans, herons, egrets, ibises, and other native wading birds." Full review
