Coral Springs is located about 20 miles northwest of Fort Lauderdale. The Tall Cypress National Area is a great place to take the kids to learn about nature. The whole family will enjoy visiting the Sawgrass Nature Center and Wildlife Hospital. For a good dose of culture and entertainment you can make your way to the Coral Springs Center for the Arts, which is also home to the brilliant Coral Springs Museum of Art.
Tall Cypress National Area
Located on 66 acres of land near Coral Springs, the Tall Cypress National Area was saved from developers and instead protected as a wilderness area for all to enjoy. The area is named for its dense canopy of Cypress trees which watch over the swampy undergrowth of ferns, palms and other plants which in turn offer a habitat for a large variety of birds and reptiles. You can explore the area along the elevated boardwalk which stretches for over 2000 feet, leading you through a collection of separate natural habitats which are perfect for bird watching. There are restrooms at the parking area, interpretive signs along the boardwalk and a seating area where you can relax and enjoy the sounds of nature.
Tall Cypress National Area, 3700 Turtle Run Blvd, Coral Springs, FL 33065, Phone: 954-357-5100
Coral Springs Museum of Art
You will find the Coral Springs Museum of Art in an impressive building known as the Coral Springs Center for the Arts, which also houses a performance theater and a wonderful outdoor sculpture garden.
The open-plan architecture of the museum is particularly inviting, temping visitors to move from one exciting exhibit to the next. You are welcome to enjoy the museum at your own pace and are also invited to join in the regular First Friday tour. You and your children are also encouraged to join in a variety of art programs designed to bring the visual arts to everyone, regardless of age or ability.
Coral Springs Museum of Art, 2855 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs, FL 33065, Phone: 954-340-5000, Map
Sawgrass Nature Center and Wildlife Hospital
The Sawgrass Nature Center and Wildlife Hospital is located on five acres of donated land in the Sportsplex Park. Besides fulfilling an essential service of rescue and rehabilitation of native animals and birds, the non-profit center offers visitors a wonderful opportunity to learn about wildlife and nature. When you visit you will be able to get up-close and personal with a variety of resident birds, reptiles and animals which were rescued and are not able to be repatriated into the wild for a variety of reasons. The center presents regular educational events and offers a great children’s birthday party venue where your birthday group will be treated to a hands-on presentation before having free time to enjoy exploring the center.
Sawgrass Nature Center and Wildlife Hospital, Sawgrass Nature Center, 3000 Sportsplex Drive, Coral Springs, FL 33065, Phone: 954-752-9453
Coral Springs Center for the Arts
Regardless of when you plan to visit Coral Springs you will find there is always something happening at the Coral Springs Center for the Arts. The performance theater hosts a constantly-changing program of musical and theatrical entertainment for the whole family. If you are lucky enough to live close by you can enroll your children in their “Next stop Broadway” program, which aims to foster a love of acting and performance in young children. The center presents regular matinee performances of children’s theater favorites, perfect for a group outing. While you are in the area you are also invited to visit the Coral Springs Art Museum which is located in the same building.
Coral Springs Center for the Arts, 2855 Coral Springs Dr, Coral Springs, FL 33065, Phone: 954-344-5990
Coral Springs Cypress Park and Pool
If you are looking for a great family day out you need look no further than the Coral Springs Cypress Park and Pool. The park area is great for sporty visitors who can hone their skills at baseball and soccer fields or basket ball and volleyball courts, or set off to enjoy the fitness track. However, it is the large water park that is the most popular attraction of the park. Here you will find everything you need to keep the kids active and happy for hours. You can float along the Lazy River, slip and slide down the water slides or enjoy swimming in the three swimming pools. The park offers swimming and diving lessons and there is a splash pad for younger visitors.
Coral Springs Cypress Park and Pool, 1300 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs, FL 33071, Phone: 954-245-2109
Monster Mini Golf
Designed to offer “monstrous” family fun for all ages, the Monster Mini Golf center offers so much more than your usual run-of-the-mill mini golf. Regardless of the weather, Monster Mini Golf is waiting to entertain you with an indoor adventure park boasting an 18-hole mini-golf course as well as a video game arcade (with “monstrous” prizes), Monster-themed Laser Maze and much more. Your children will love the monster-themed décor (friendly monsters only) and the center is an ideal venue for a fun children’s birthday party. You can bring the family to have hours of fun.
Monster Mini Golf, 9533 Westview Drive, Coral Springs, FL 33076, Phone: 954-526-5115
Doris Italian Market
Doris Italian Market have been pleasing Florida palates with delectable Italian specialties since 1947. Here you can totally indulge your inner foodie with an excellent range of Italian meats and cheeses, fresher-than-fresh local farm produce and freshly-caught fish and seafood. You can also shop for prepared foods, bakery items, wine, fresh meat (including home-made Italian sausages) and a huge range of imported Italian olive oils, vinegars, pastas and more. Lunches from the Doris market are legendary – they offer a weekly special sub and you can order freshly made sandwiches, meat and salad platters to be delivered to your doorstep every day of the week.
Doris Italian Market , 2077 University Drive, Coral Springs, FL 33071, Phone: 954-346-7774
Big Bear Brewing Company
For more than twenty years the Big Bear Brewing Company has been pulling in the Coral Spring locals to come and enjoy freshly brewed craft beers and delicious all-American bistro-style food. Beer lovers can anticipate tasting a range of fresh small-batch craft beers with bear-themed names (think Polar Light, Kodiak Belgian and Hibernating Pale Ale) served alongside an extensive menu of delicious pub food. The brewpub prides itself on using only the freshest locally-sourced ingredients and all their tasty dishes are made from scratch on site. The brewery and restaurant is open daily and there is a children’s menu available for younger visitors.
Big Bear Brewing Company, 1800 N. University Dr, Coral Springs, FL 33071, Phone: 954-341-5545
Sicilian Oven
You can savor the flavors and aromas of a traditional Sicilian restaurant without setting foot out of Florida when you make your way to the Sicilian Oven in Coral Springs.
Although their freshly made wood-fired pizzas are legendary, the restaurant also offers a very tempting menu of other traditional Sicilian food made just like granny used to cook it back in Sicily. The restaurant is elegant and romantic – perfect for a special night out or a simple family supper. The wine list offers a great choice of wines to go with your starters, entrée and dessert and if you would like to learn how to prepare your favorite dishes you can find cookery videos on their website.
Sicilian Oven, 10140 W. Sample Rd, Pompano Beach, FL 33065, Phone: 954-340-3001, Map
Florida Panthers Ice Den
Home to Miami’s Florida Panthers Ice Hockey team, the Ice Den is a popular Coral Springs attraction. While some may visit to watch the team in action, others come to learn the fundamentals of the game at the Panthers Hockey Academy, where budding fans can try ice hockey for free or sign up for one of the teaching programs. In addition to ice hockey, the Ice Den also offers figure skating lessons and Freestyle and Dance skating sessions. If you just want to do some skating you can join one of their Public Skating Sessions or Friday Night Cosmic Skating Sessions for teens and older skaters.
Florida Panthers Ice Den, 3299 Sportsplex Dr, Coral Springs, FL 33065, 954 835 8500
Red Button Escape
If you think you have what it takes to take advantage of the Red Button Escape clues, gather together a group of friend or family and book your Red Button Escape adventure. The facility offers a choice of 4 escape rooms which can accommodate between 2 and 10 players. All the rooms have been realistically decorated to offer a truly immersive escape experience and all of them are suitable for all ages. Beginners are advised to try Prison Break or Space Station as these are the easiest. Each team can request a clue by pressing the red button, but you only have 3 chances to do so.
Red Button Escape , 9705 W. Sample Rd, Coral Springs, FL 33065, 54 240 4423
Plaster Carousel Fun Painting Studio
Plaster Carousel Fun Painting Studio is a family owned studio where everyone is welcome to come and experiment with painting plaster items. All ages are welcome and you need no prior experience – just come in and let those creative juices flow. First you need to decide what you would like to paint – the studio offers a wide range of plaster items including functional items like mugs and picture frames as well as whimsical flowers, plaques and more. You do not need an appointment to visit, which is great for spontaneity. You will need brushes – you can bring your own or buy an inexpensive set to use each time you visit.
Plaster Carousel Fun Painting Studio, 9865 W. Sample Road, Coral Springs, FL 33065, 954 753 5354
