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Frommer's Guide
INTRODUCTION
GETTING TO KNOW
DINING
ATTRACTIONS
Architectural Highlights
The Art Deco District
Animal Parks
Parks & Gardens
Historic Homes & Sites
The Museum and Art Scene
NIGHTLIFE
SHOPPING
ACTIVE PURSUITS
SPECTATOR SPORTS
FEATURES AND EVENTS
ATTRACTION Frommer
Monkey Jungle

Personally, I think this place is disgusting. It reeks, the monkeys are either sleeping or in heat, and it's really far from the city, even farther than the zoo. But if primates are your thing and you'd rather pass on the zoo, you'll be in paradise. You'll see rare Brazilian golden lion tamarins and Asian macaques. There are no cages to restrain the antics of the monkeys as they swing, chatter, and play their way into your heart. Screened-in trails wind through acres of "jungle," and daily shows feature the talents of the park's most progressive pupils. People who go here are not monkeying around--many of the park's frequent visitors are scientists and anthropologists. Despite the smell, however, I must admit that I found myself thoroughly amused by the animal antics at the Orangutans' Asiatic Ape Exhibit. Newer exhibits include the Cameroon Jungle and the Lemurs of Madagascar. If you can stand the humidity, the smell, and the bugs (flies, mosquitoes, etc.), expect to spend about 2 hours here. The park's website sometimes offers downloadable discount coupons, so if you have Internet access, take a look before you visit.

14805 SW 216th St.Phone: 305/235-1611.Open: Daily 9:30am-5pm (tickets sold until 4pm).Admission $15.95 adults, $12.95 seniors and active-duty military, $9.95 children 4-12.Take U.S. 1 south to SW 216th St., or from Florida Turnpike, take exit 11 and follow the signs.


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