Sarah Ward

Review of Memphis Zoo

We have a family membership and go 1-2 times a mon...

We have a family membership and go 1-2 times a month. My oldest is only 2.5, so we prefer starting in the early mornings and leaving before lunchtime. The staff is always wonderful. Pleasant, willing to answer some questions, and I've never seen one not busy with some task.
I'm willing to let smells go since there are, ya know, wild animals. The bathrooms can be a little messy, especially during busy seasons like Zoo Lights and summer time.

Lost a star for: 1) The tram only runs March-October. Once we figured that out, we adjusted how often we go and who we take. Grandparents and little ones can't walk as far as mom and dad, so we consider $2/person a steal to be able to cover more ground. 2) I have a pet peeve about people bringing swimming gear to play in the nasty water. There are a few areas with fountains and ponds, all have no swimming signs. It's just a matter of time before someone is hurt, and I hope the staff becomes more strict about enforcing this rule.