Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium
Established in 1970, Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium has been a part of the Southwest Florida community for over 50 years! Our mission, inspiring people to connect with nature, is accomplished by educating guests of all ages about our unique ecosystem and environmental issues concerning our area. We strive to provide holistic environmental education programs encompassing all areas including astronomy, ecology...
Established in 1970, Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium has been a part of the Southwest Florida community for over 50 years! Our mission, inspiring people to connect with nature, is accomplished by educating guests of all ages about our unique ecosystem and environmental issues concerning our area. We strive to provide holistic environmental education programs encompassing all areas including astronomy, ecology, zoology, and more. Our 105-acre property is home to rescue animals, a butterfly garden, a raptor aviary, two nature trails, our area's only public large-dome planetarium theater, and much more!
Key Features
Things to Do
Attractions
Family Fun
Museums & Science Centers
Beaches, Parks & Nature
Parks and Nature
Outdoor Activities & Sports
Hiking/Nature Trails
Tours & Transportation
Customized Tours
Guided Tours
Self-Guided Tours
Gallery
Amenities
Disabled Traveler Information
ADA Compliant
Activities
Arts & Crafts, Birding, Children's Programs, Daily Activities Program, Guided Tours, Hiking Trails Nearby
Category
Nature Interpretive Center, Nature Preserve, Protected Species Habitat, Museum Science, Arts and Crafts, Hiking/Nature Trails, Museum
Discounts
AAA Discount, Group Discount, Military Discount, Senior Citizen Discount
Tour Information
Customized Tours, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours
Hours of Operation
Saturday
10 am - 4 pm
Sunday
10 am - 4 pm
Monday
Closed to General Public
Tuesday
10 am - 4 pm
Wednesday
10 am - 4 pm
Thursday
10 am - 4 pm
Friday
10 am - 4 pm
Upcoming Events
26.616067, -81.812335
Key Features
Things to Do
Attractions
Family Fun
Museums & Science Centers
Beaches, Parks & Nature
Parks and Nature
Outdoor Activities & Sports
Hiking/Nature Trails
Tours & Transportation
Customized Tours
Guided Tours
Self-Guided Tours
Hours of Operation
Saturday
10 am - 4 pm
Sunday
10 am - 4 pm
Monday
Closed to General Public
Tuesday
10 am - 4 pm
Wednesday
10 am - 4 pm
Thursday
10 am - 4 pm
Friday
10 am - 4 pm