Hours today
9 – 5
Mon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun 11 AM–5 PM
Coconut Creek, Florida · since 1988
Step into
a world of color.
Walk among thousands of free-flying butterflies, feed nectar to lorikeets and wander through tropical gardens — ten miles north of Fort Lauderdale.
Open 7 days · Mon–Sat 9–5 · Sun 11–5· Last entry 4:00 PM
Last entry
4:00 PM
Arrive by 3:00 PM to enjoy every activity
Admission
$32.50 · $22.50
Adults 12+ · children 3–11, plus tax. Under 2 free. Tickets on arrival — no reservations.
Prices & discountsExplore Butterfly World
A museum
that flutters.
Butterfly World is laid out like a living collection: open-air aviaries, bird habitats, a museum, a working research lab and gardens in bloom. Here are the rooms to look for.
Butterfly aviaries
Three open-air aviaries where several thousand butterflies — up to fifty species at a time — fly freely around you.
Lorikeet Encounter
An interactive aviary where you can feed the lorikeets a cup of nectar.
Butterfly Museum
Framed collections of butterflies and moths, shown gallery-style in a darkened hall.
Tinalandia Bridge
Test your bravery on the swinging bridge over the lake.
Research laboratory
Watch larvae and pupae change day by day through the windows of the Thomas C. Emmel Butterfly Research Center.
Macaw Landing & bird aviaries
Two tropical bird aviaries and Macaw Landing add a rainbow of birds to the butterflies.
Live Bug Zoo
Get up close with fascinating critters.
By the numbers
A collection
that is alive.
20,000butterflies on display — often far more
50species at any one time — up to fifty
150+species over the course of a year
1988opened on March 28 — described by Butterfly World as the first butterfly house in the United States
Figures as published by Butterfly World (FAQ and Our Story). Butterfly numbers don’t change with the seasons in South Florida.
Learning & conservation
Bring back
the butterflies.
Since 1988 Butterfly World’s campaign has handed out free regional garden guides with one simple lesson: plant the host plants caterpillars eat, not only flowers for adults.
- Free butterfly-garden guides for seven regions of North America, plus a Life Cycle Guide for southernmost Florida.
- Butterfly World helped create the Te Boender Endangered Species Laboratory at the University of Florida, working to re-establish the endangered Schaus swallowtail in South Florida.
- In the research lab, visitors can watch eggs, caterpillars and pupae develop.
Groups & schools
Field trips
that take flight.
One-hour guided tours for school and camp groups, Monday to Friday — plus all-day options for homeschool, scout, senior and community groups of 10 or more.
- $10 per child
- $12 per adult
- 1 free chaperone per 10 paid children
- Up to 30 per tour
- Tours leave every 15 min
School & camp field-trip rates; 7% Florida sales tax not included. Call 954-977-4434 (Mon–Fri 9–4) to check dates before you register. Spring dates fill fast.
What’s on
On the calendar
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Lorikeet feeding
The Lorikeet Encounter opens at 10:30 AM (Sunday 11:00). Last feeding 4:15 PM; nectar is $2 a cup, cash only.
Every day
BW Shop & Garden Center
Open to the public seven days a week, with butterfly-garden plants, gifts and books.
Shop onlineClosed
Three days a year
Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Weather can also change hours.
Events pagePlan your visit
Everything you need,
before you go.
| Monday – Saturday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Closed | Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day |
A day at Butterfly World
- 9:00Park opens Monday–Saturday (Sunday 11:00 AM)
- 10:30Lorikeet Encounter opens (Sunday 11:00 AM)
- 3:00Recommended last arrival — arrive before this to enjoy every activity
- 4:00Last entry — admission closes
- 4:15Last lorikeet feeding (cash only, $2 per cup of nectar)
- 4:30Butterfly area and Lorikeet Encounter close
- 5:00Park closes
Hours can change with the weather. Unsure? Call 954-977-4434 before you head over.
Admission
$32.50Adults & seniors, ages 12+ · plus tax
$22.50Children, ages 3–11 · plus tax
Children 2 and under are free
Tickets are sold in person on arrival — no pre-orders or reservations. Cash, Amex, Mastercard, Visa and Apple Pay; no personal checks. Website coupon: $5 off adults, $3 off children.
Getting here
Butterfly World is inside Tradewinds Park, on the south side of Sample Road — from I-95 take Exit 39 and head west about 3 miles. Some GPS apps send drivers to the north side of the park: if you see horses, you’re on the wrong side.
Directions & parkingWeather & accessibility
The park is mostly outdoors; butterflies fly most on warm, sunny days. It’s 100% wheelchair accessible, with chairs to rent for $5 + tax for up to two hours.
Weather guideGallery
Close
encounters.
Butterfly World’s own photographs, from the aviaries, gardens and lab.
How much time should we allow?
We recommend at least two to three hours for a leisurely walk through the park, but many guests stay all day.
What is the best time of year to visit?
Butterfly World is open year-round, with thousands of live butterflies and hundreds of birds on display. You will see the most butterfly activity on bright, sunny days.
Do I need to book tickets online?
No. All admission tickets are bought in person when you arrive — no pre-orders or reservations needed. Gift tickets can be ordered online for mail delivery (USPS, no e-tickets) in the shop.
What discounts do you offer?
- Active or retired military: 25% off for the entire party, with proof of status.
- AAA members: 15% off up to 6 tickets bought together, with a current card.
- Broward, Palm Beach or Miami-Dade educators (public or private school employees): 25% off up to 6 tickets, with a valid school ID.
- Website coupon: $5 off each adult and $3 off each child (3–11), up to 6 people.
There are no senior, student or Florida-resident discounts. Discounts and coupons can’t be combined; you always get the highest one you qualify for.
Can I bring food or drinks?
For the health of the butterflies and birds, outside drinks other than water are not permitted — please finish coffee or other drinks before the entrance. Bottled water and liquids for infant feeding are fine. Two outdoor cafés serve snacks, drinks, ice cream and lunch, and there are picnic areas just outside in Tradewinds Park.
Are pets allowed?
Only service dogs, in line with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Service dogs must be declared at the admissions gate and stay on a short leash. Assistance, comfort and therapy animals are not permitted.
Come see it
in color.
Open seven days a week. No reservations needed — just arrive by 3:00 PM to enjoy every room.
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