In the heart of the city and within walking distan...

In the heart of the city and within walking distance of downtown (about 1/1.5 miles). It is not a large zoo but it is free of charge with an excellent assortment of animals. Very kid friendly, next to Loeb Stadium (where the Lafayette Aviators play), the water park and is, I believe, technically a part of Columbia Park. Well worth the time to take in.