Dinosaur World
Plant City, FL 33565-6101
Phone: (813) 717-9865
- Directions:
- I-4, Exit 17
- Hours:
- Daily 9:00am- 7:00pm
Editorial Review for Dinosaur World – by Jen Robbins & Eric Vician
The Scene
A tourist trap in every sense of the word, it bills itself as the largest dinosaur attraction in the world. Kids as well as adults love wandering through the lush grounds, where replicas of more than 100 dinosaurs are nestled in between the trees and off paths. This open-air museum takes you through 225 million years of prehistory.
See, Touch and Hear
In the museum you can see fossils and learn why no dinosaur remains have ever been found in Florida. The gift shop offers toys, t-shirts, collectibles and a slew of educational materials.
The Extras
Dogs are welcome, as long as they're kept on a leash. Snack and soda machines are available as is a playground, picnic area and gift shop. The park plans to expand with more dinosaurs and exhibits.
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Insider Tips
The HistorySwedish businessman Christer Svensson opened the park in November of 1998. He has the dinosaurs made of fiberglass pieces manufactured in Sweden and assembled in Florida.
Dino TriviaThe park sits on the same grounds as the now defunct Gator Jungle.
Rent the MovieDisney put its own spin on Dinosaur which came out in theaters May 19, 2000.
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