A very pleasant experience in the heart of the cit...

A very pleasant experience in the heart of the city. The Houston Zoo is a very well maintained and beautiful property. The staff is wonderful and knowledgeable, and help make this a great place to visit. Even on a crowded day, there is plenty of room to move about and see the animals without difficulty. Make sure to set aside plenty of time as the property is large and there is a lot of walking to see it all. Plenty of things geared toward the kids to keep them occupied and a lot of shady places to grab a seat to rest. Like most tourist places, the prices are high for food and souvenirs, but the admission was reasonable, and there is no charge for parking. Overall the zoo and the surrounding park are a great getaway for a day. BTW....don't miss the elephants or the meerkats!