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Butterfly Estates

1815 Fowler Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901
(239) 690-2359
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Ranked #25 of 48 attractions in Fort Myers
Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Fort Myers, Florida
2 reviews
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

Poor excuse for an "attraction" Overpriced, dirty and no butterflies. Food was terrible, they were out of what I ordered and the service was worse. They used to have an events person and she was wonderful and accommodating. I did NOT get a return call about a birthday party inquiry and glad I took my business elsewhere. Sure did not... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

I was surprised to get so much information. Frankly, I don't like to be outdoors too long in this heat. But, the butterflies were sweet. Great if you have kids and want to visit birds of prey and be close up.

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Fairfax, Virginia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2013

A brief overview is offered in the anteroom of the small butterfly garden conservatory. There are pleasant areas within to enjoy and photograoh a number of types of butterflies as they fly and rest on the flowers and plants. Warm and humid, of necessity. The little restaurant was gloomy inside, but we liked the deck and split a generous and... More

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Massachusetts
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

Saw brochure, said open 365 days a year. Arrived on a Monday and the place was closed down. We made time to go back on Friday before our vacation was over and although the conservatory was open, the resturaunt and gift shop were closed because of some permit snafu, so we were told. So we paid our $11 per person... More

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Fort Myers, Florida, United States
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Today was an unusual time at the Restaurant. They didn't have anything on their Menu but Pizza. They offered a awful looking Buffet or Pizza. Have eaten there several times without going through the Butterfly Garden. There were several tables that just got up and left. Word of mouth will not help them if this continues. Over in the ice... More

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Port Charlotte, Florida
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

Butterfly Estates is a restaurant too, sort of a yuppie place but in a tourist City. It was good food, good setting, and comfortable to hang out.

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Huntley, Illinois
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2013

If you're looking for a spot where you can find some peace and quiet then you need to check this place out. After a short explanation of what you will see, you can go inside. Once inside you are surrounded by the sounds of soft music and water trickling through small streams. The best part is the butterflies. They are... More

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Asheville, NC
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013

This is a lovely attraction in downtown Ft. Myers. It is comprised of a butterfly atrium and three restored historic cottages that contain a cafe, ice cream and fudge shop, and a gift shop. I had the calzone in the cafe the last time we visited, and it was delicious. If you live in the area, the best deal is... More

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Greenfield, Wisconsin
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2013

This was a beautiful, interesting and relaxing experience. The greenhouse gardens house all Florida native butterflies. In the atrium leading to the main gardens there are containers of chrysalis and caterpillars forming them. You get to experience all the stages of transformation. The guides are very knowledgeable and even showed us the tiny eggs that were layed by butterflies that... More

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Cape Coral, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2013

Having never been to a Butterfly garden I really enjoyed this. There is always someone there to help you find the butterflies and identify them for you. The cafe next door has great food.

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