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Davie is a town of about 105,000 people in western Broward County, between Fort Lauderdale and the Everglades. It began as a farming settlement on drained Everglades land in the early 1900s, and it still embraces a Western theme, with horse trails, ranches, a rodeo arena and a downtown built in a frontier style, which surprises many visitors to South Florida.
Flamingo Gardens, a botanical garden and wildlife sanctuary founded in 1927, has giant tropical trees, rescued Florida wildlife and flamingos, and the historic Wray Home. The Bergeron Rodeo Grounds host rodeos and events, and the Old Davie School Historical Museum preserves the 1918 schoolhouse.
Vista View Park, built on an old landfill, offers some of the highest views in Broward County and is home to burrowing owls, while Tree Tops Park has boardwalks through a hammock forest. Nova Southeastern University's campus is in town, and the Everglades airboat rides and Fort Lauderdale's beaches are both a short drive away.
A botanical garden and wildlife sanctuary in Davie with huge old trees, tropical plants, an aviary, flamingos, and rescued Florida animals such as panthers, bobcats and alligators. The historic Wray Home is open for tours. Allow two to three hours, and bring insect repellent in summer.
A large hands-on children's art museum in Davie, with interactive galleries, art studios, a hands-on recycled art area and rotating exhibitions where kids can create and play. It is shared with a public library. It suits younger kids; allow two hours and check for special events.
A historic 1918 schoolhouse, the oldest in Broward County still standing on its original site, now a museum with a restored classroom, pioneer exhibits and historic buildings on the grounds. It tells the story of Davie's early farming days. Check opening days before you visit.
Davie's small Western-themed town center along Orange Drive, with ranch-style storefronts, local restaurants, a few saloons and nearby horse trails, reflecting the town's cowboy roots. It feels different from the rest of South Florida. Pair a stroll with a visit to the rodeo grounds.
Davie's rodeo arena, which hosts rodeos, bull riding events, horse shows, concerts and festivals through the year, keeping alive the town's horse country identity. Check the town calendar for events. Seating is outdoors, so bring a hat and sunscreen for daytime shows.
A Broward County park in Davie with a tall wooden observation tower over oak hammocks and wetlands, a boardwalk, horse and nature trails, a lake with boat rentals and picnic shelters. It is one of the best nature parks in the county. Climb the tower early in the morning.
A Broward County park in Davie with some of the highest hills in South Florida, with walking trails, a lake, horse trails and wide views over the area. It is popular with runners for its hills. There is a small entry fee on weekends.
A county natural area in Davie with a nature center explaining the history and ecology of the region, plus trails through oak hammocks, wetlands and a lake. It is a quiet place for birding and easy walks. The nature center has free exhibits; check opening hours first.
A natural area on one of the highest points in Broward County, a ridge once used by Seminole people, with trails through oak and pine forest that connect to Tree Tops Park. It is good for walking, horseback riding and birding. Wear good shoes, as trails can be sandy.
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