Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Madeira Beach

"Sand Key Park is a barrier island linked to Clearwater Beach. This public park is divided into a beachfront section and a traditional park area. Park visitors can enjoy grills, playgrounds, and picnic shelters before heading to the beach to hike the nature trail, swim in the ocean, and purchase beachside concessions."

"This 51-acre nature preserve is filled with trails, boardwalks, and ponds. The park’s ecosystem is vast and varied – you’ll encounter plenty of birds, gopher turtles, raccoons, and other animals under the oak tree canopies. Visitors can take a self-guided tour of Moccasin Lake Nature Park, or they can call to schedule an educational tour."

"Set on 51 acres of parkland, the nature reserve is one of the top places to see in Clearwater for hikers and bird-watchers. Hop onto the park’s trails & boardwalks for a hike under a shaded canopy of oaks and magnolias. Meandering over creeks and ponds, look out several native Florida species like raccoons, turtles, and gophers."

"For the days when you need a relaxing spot to clear your mind, Ignacio Haya Linear Park is the perfect park for that. The vibe here is very nature-focused and calming. Ignacio Haya Linear Park is a great park in Seminole Heights to cross paths with other dog walkers too."

"Larry’s on Gulf Boulevard has St. Pete Beach’s largest selection of homemade ice cream, only a seven-minute stroll from Caprice Resort. Fill a giant waffle cone with one of their original flavors which includes birthday cake, Reese’s, cappuccino chip, and strawberry cheesecake. Larry’s also has specialty sundaes, malts, flurries, and floats."

"For 30 years, Larry’s Ice Cream & Gelato has been a staple in the St. Pete Beach community. They’ve been serving up homemade waffle cones (which you can smell before you walk in!) and over 100 flavors of rich, creamy ice cream. They have some standard favorites, like birthday cake, butter pecan, and cookies ‘n’ cream."

"A rich, welcoming environment of wood, leather, and subdued lighting greets visitors to this upscale establishment. Along with great ambience, they come for impeccable steaks and chops, cooked to perfection. Each steak is seasoned only with kosher salt and black pepper before being broiled at 1600 degrees."

"Manatees are amazing and this is a great free attraction in the colder months that all the family can enjoy. Observation of this endangered species of marine mammals is experienced from the purpose-built boardwalks and observation decks. When the bay waters get colder, the manatees congregate in large numbers near the TECO power plant to take advantage of the clean, warm water in the station's discharge canal."

"One of the fun things to do in Tampa Bay for kids is seeing the Manatees. These gentle giants can be found throughout southern Florida, but are shy and can be hard to find. But we arrived at the perfect time of year."

"Croc Encounters Reptile Park and Wildlife Center was originally established in 2005 as a reptile sanctuary for rescues. Over time, it grew to include other unwanted mammals, birds, and reptiles. The family-owned-and-operated facility eventually began providing guided tours and education in 2008."