Joe Phan

Review of Aramark at the Maryland Zoo

The zoo is a great way to spend a few hours with t...

The zoo is a great way to spend a few hours with the kids. There is a play area near the entrance, and an area for group events like parties. The actual exhibits are a good walk from the main entrance, but a shuttle is available that can accommodate strollers as long as they are folded.

The new elephant and giraffe exhibits are great, and there is a booth were you can purchase food to hand feed the giraffes and elephants, although animal cooperation is not guaranteed.

The food court is expensive and lacks variety, but the zoo let's you bring outside food in a small cooler. Seating area is adequate, but it can get busy and hard to find a spot for large parties to sit together. There is a merry-go-round and train if the kinds are tired of looking at animals and walking.

Membership is not required but recommended due to a very low annual price and perks like local restaurant discounts, event discounts, and early admission on the first weekend of the month.