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Discovery Cove

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 164 attractions in Orlando
Traveler Description: Discovery Cove is a beautiful, tropical oasis. The park is well run, and the entire staff is very friendly. Buy the picture CD that the park sells if... more »
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Attraction type: Amusement/theme park, Wildlife park, Water park, Aquarium
Activities: Swimming with dolphins, Viewing wildlife, Swimming, Snorkeling
Address: Sea World Drive Orlando, FL 32821
Tel: 877-4DISCOVERY

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Reviews of Discovery Cove

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5 of 5 stars
Warwick, United Kingdom
Oct 4, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

We went to DC in October 2007 and are going again when we revisit Florida shortly. We are mainly going back because our daughter loved it. She especially liked feeding the birds in the bird garden/forest. They sit on you and eat the food you give them and it's great fun. I don't know how these birds manage to eat... more

5 of 5 stars
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Sep 18, 2008
3/3 found this review helpful

This is a totally amazing experince. The whole place is spotlessly clean and very well kept. Like being on a Tropical Island. They limit the number of people per day so not crowed or noisy. Book well in advance though to get a good deal...................we booked a year before we went! All food, drinks, snacks included with a good varied... more

5 of 5 stars
Tampa, FL
Sep 13, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

Florida residents- take a day off and enjoy this park. As a Florida Resident I spent the day at Discovery Cove on September 12 for $99 a person- no dolphin swim. I think for $100 more you can swim with the dolphins. I wasnt interested in that, and I can see either loving it or feeling totally ripped off. You... more

Sep 12, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

I don't have much to say that hasn't already been said but I felt the need to add my own review! This place is amazing - when I think about going back to Florida, it's the main attraction that I look forward to re-visiting. It IS expensive compared to other things you could be doing with your day, but it... more

4 of 5 stars
Calgary, Alberta
Sep 10, 2008
3/3 found this review helpful

We traveled to Orlando in September 2008 and were very excited that we had booked a reservation with Discovery Cove. We even booked 100 days in advance (they give you a 10% discount if you do). Unfortunately we had booked our trip during hurricane season and it was our luck that it looked like a hurricane might be heading in... more

Sep 8, 2008
3/3 found this review helpful

My family of 3 had a wonderful time at Discovery Cove, and I would highly recommend it! I scheduled the experience about 4 months in advance, but at the last minute I tried to add on a "premium package" to surprise my daughter for her 18th birthday. All of the packages were already booked, but the VERY helpful woman in... more

Sep 6, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Wow, what an experience! Very different from the usual amusement parks. Park staff is so friendly and helpful. The dolphins are incredible, food was great, and the park was beautiful. Yes, it is very expensive but definitely worth going at least once. Would return in a minute if I can find a way to afford it. My daugther is an... more

5 of 5 stars
glastonbury CT
Aug 31, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Discovery cove was AMAZING, well worth every single cent we paid!!! swimmimg with the dolphins was a learning experience and so cool all at the same time, the staff is great, the place is georgeous. Nothing will ever compare to discovery cove! more

Aug 30, 2008
0/2 found this review helpful

Have just returned from a fabulous two week holiday at this Villa comlex. Our Villa had three bedrooms, One master on-suite and two double rooms with single beds in. There was also another separate bathroom/toilet. The accommodation was beautifully furnished and airconditioned with a very large garage which doubled up as a washing/drying room. The kitchen and front room were... more

5 of 5 stars
Washington
Aug 28, 2008
10/10 found this review helpful

My boyfriend and I visited Discovery Cove in 08-2007 and had a wonderful time swimming with a dolphin. We booked a reservation again for 08-2008, but this time without the dolphin encounter. The landscaping here is breathtaking. You literally feel like you're on some tropical island. There is no noise from the outside busy streets to remind you that 'reality'... more

Reviews of Discovery Cove

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Discovery Cove Address

Sea World Drive, Orlando, FL 32821
Tel: 877-4DISCOVERY