Since this place is on Cheyenne Mountain there is ...

Since this place is on Cheyenne Mountain there is a beautiful view of Colorado Springs. The animals seem very well cared for and there are lots of little presentations/talks at different exhibits throughout the day every day of the week. Since it is on a hill, be prepared to do a lot of walking up/downs hills. Paved walkways and they do offer a shuttle service for 2$/day. They have a wide variety of animals. And lots of information on greater conservation efforts. Well worth the visit.