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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!
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
ADA Compliant
Arts & Crafts, Birding, Children's Programs, Daily Activities Program, Guided Tours, Hiking Trails Nearby
Nature Interpretive Center, Nature Preserve, Protected Species Habitat, Museum Science, Arts and Crafts, Hiking/Nature Trails, Museum
AAA Discount, Group Discount, Military Discount, Senior Citizen Discount
Customized Tours, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours
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
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
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