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We all know that in Florida, where there is fresh water, there could be a gator lurking, and in Polk County, this one had some pretty impressive moves as it climbed into a fenced-in area.
Selina Philips posted the video on Facebook that she took at the Circle B Bar Reserve near Lakeland where the gator used a bench to hoist itself up and over the fence.
One comment by Tara Brogan reads "“Oh great. My ‘irrational’ fear of walking down a boardwalk to find an alligator at the end was just justified." Another by Elizabeth Ross says "If they learn how to open doors, we’re in trouble."
SOURCE: WFLA
We're so lucky in Florida being able to enjoy a cocktail outside year-round and with views like we have here, an elevated experience makes, well, the experience that much better and the Sarasota Herald Tribune has compiled a list of the Best Rooftop Bars in Florida.
Whether you're looking for somewhere fancy or somewhere that's clothing-optional, one thing you'll get at all these spots are great views and there's some pretty incredible options all over our beautiful state!
Best Rooftop Bars in Florida:
Beacon Social Drinkery- Fort Myers
Located inside The Luminary Hotel at 2200 Edwards Dr in downtown Fort Myers
The Roof Bar and Eats- Sarasota
Located at The Westin in downtown Sarasota at 100 Marina View Drive
The Deck at Oak & Stone- Bradenton
Located on top of SpringHill Suites in downtown Bradenton at 1201 First Avenue W
Spruzzo- West Palm Beach
Located at the top of The Ben hotel at 251 N. Narcissus Ave
Birchwood Canopy- St. Pete
A 5th floor rooftop lounge atop The Birchwood at 340 Beach Drive N.E.
Sugar- Miami
Located on the 40th floor of the EAST Miami hotel at 788 Brickell Plaza
Capa- Orlando
The ultimate when it comes to luxury, Capa is located inside the Four Seasons at 10100 Dream Tree Blvd
Garden of Eden- Key West
Located above The Bull & Whistle at 224 Duval St. this bar will suit your clothing-optional needs (no cameras allowed!)
River & Fort- St. Augustine
Located right in the heart of downtown St. Augustine at 12 Avenida Menendez
RH Jacksonville, The Gallery at St. Johns Town Center- Jacksonville
Ending furniture shopping with a rooftop cocktail? Ok! You'll find RH Jacksonville at 4831 Village Shops Way
Ryan's Pizza and Pub- Cocoa
Located at 4 Harrison Street
The Social at MidTown- Gainesville
Located at 1728 W. University Ave
Gator Fenced-In Area Florida
