Weeki Wachee Springs is a natural tourist attraction located in Weeki Wachee, Florida, where underwater performances by "mermaids," women wearing fish tails as well as other fanciful outfits, can be viewed in an aquarium-like setting in the spring of the Weeki Wachee River. A waterpark, Buccaneer Bay, river boat rides, kayak and paddleboard rental are some of the other activities offered at Weeki Wachee Springs. (Wiki)
Weeki Wachee, derived from the Seminole name, means “Little Spring” or “Winding River”, is a spring located on the Weeki Wachee River. In 1947, it was converted into a sort of natural aquarium, and a waterpark was added nearby to make this place a water adventure destination. Performances are still offered, and real-live “mermaids”, professional swimmers using fins, continue to delight guests.
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Weeki Wachee is a must visit with children and grandchildren. Besides the aquatic shows by mermaids, the park offers lots to see and photograph, plus exhibits children can participate in. Flamingos, Lu the Hippo, snakes and mermaids make great photo captures.
Photo Ops
Resources:
Wiki ... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Weeki_Wachee_Springs
Weeki-Wachee Springs State Park ... www.floridastateparks.org/WeekiWachee
Weeki-Wachee History ... https://weekiwachee.com/about-us/history/
Weeki Wachee, derived from the Seminole name, means “Little Spring” or “Winding River”, is a spring located on the Weeki Wachee River. In 1947, it was converted into a sort of natural aquarium, and a waterpark was added nearby to make this place a water adventure destination. Performances are still offered, and real-live “mermaids”, professional swimmers using fins, continue to delight guests.
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Weeki Wachee is a must visit with children and grandchildren. Besides the aquatic shows by mermaids, the park offers lots to see and photograph, plus exhibits children can participate in. Flamingos, Lu the Hippo, snakes and mermaids make great photo captures.
Photo Ops
- The Mermaids swim
- Lu the Hippo
- more
Resources:
Wiki ... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Weeki_Wachee_Springs
Weeki-Wachee Springs State Park ... www.floridastateparks.org/WeekiWachee
Weeki-Wachee History ... https://weekiwachee.com/about-us/history/
