Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens

Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
Entrance to the Central Florida Zoo
28°49′40″N 81°18′58″W / 28.827832°N 81.31623°W / 28.827832; -81.31623
Date opened1923
July 4, 1975 in current location
LocationSanford, Florida, United States
Land area116 acres (47 ha)
No. of animals400
Annual visitors300,000
MembershipsAZA
Websitewww.centralfloridazoo.org

The Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens is a 116-acre (47 ha) zoo and botanical garden located north of Orlando, Florida in Sanford. As a not-for-profit organization, it is a leader in conservation, providing experiences that inspire actions on behalf of wildlife. The Zoo has been an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) since 1986.