From its humble beginnings in 1936 as a small roadside attraction to a sprawling, 3-acre property that is home to more than 300 animal residents, Wonder Gardens continues to wow the many visitors who have passed through its doors. The park is located in the downtown area of Bonita Springs, a historic Fort Myers neighborhood in southwestern Florida, which means it is also close to many of the family-friendly beaches for which the state is famous, including those on nearby Sanibel Island, where you’re likely to spot dolphins.