To the three young ladies who did the princesses last night at the Zoo lights "New years eva" my daughter Eva fell in love with the characters you played so exceptionally well. Thank You so much for that and for her!!!!
My favorite section is the Canadian wildlife walk. Too few zoos have sections on the animals in the region where the zoo is located.
Went when it was rainy. But still a nice sized zoo to walk around. The dinosaur area was a little weird though.
Wonderful. New Panda exhibit is well done. Went on a Wed and there was not much of a line up. Lemurs are also great.
Family friendly, lots to see and do. Packed our own picnic and enjoyed on the grounds.
Not crowded. Have passes which makes the zoo affordable for a family.
The calgary zoo is amazing, so many animals to go see. You can definitely spend an entire day here. I have a membership and go several times a month and see different things each time, different animals are active at different times of the day so if you go more than twice in a year a membership more than pays for itself
Lots to walk, and well maintained place. Lots of attraction to see, and the best is PANADA.
Fun times for everyone! Especially if you have children...the lemur area is fantastic to get close and personal with the animals.
It's an amazing zoo to visit with several species of animals and birds
First time being in a zoo for over 15 years, was extremely happy with the example that the Calgary Zoo is, was very educational to see all of the animals looking quite happy and content in their specialized environment. Great staff great atmosphere. if I could leave a 5-star review just for the Komodo dragon stare-down I had my day would be complete. Even the apes were friendly.
The staff is always very informative and happy to teach you about their wonderful animals. Fantastic day out even though some of the exhibits weren't open for the season yet.
The best zoo!! It's a bit of a walk around, but we'll worth it. The animals always seem well cared for and the staff/volunteers are so friendly
I Finally seen the pandas. It was a great day and went when it was really not busy so that was nice too.
Calgary Zoo has many exhibits and makes a great day out with friends, partners, or family! Not to mention the new Panda Passage that they ve built for our new residents for the next 5 years! They also have lots of events going on during the day (both weekday and weekends), so try to plan ahead and catch the ones that you re interested in - like feeding the penguins!
If you re a Calgary resident or you visit the zoo more than twice a year, I highly suggest purchasing a basic zoo membership as it pays for itself and covers the $10 parking fee that you re required to pay each time you park. If you upgrade to Engage or Inspire membership, you also get discounts at the restaurants and concession stands!
Lots of parking spots are also available - but be mindful that on a nice sunny weekend, it s impossible to find a spot even with the humongous lots! The zoo is also easily accessible by the C-train and stops at the entrance.
Conservation is key and the animals appear well cared-for. Staff are knowledgeable. The grounds are fun to explore with good accessibility.
Overall great experience , disappointing that all vendors were closed for the season on a beautiful September day. Very clean and well kept animals are clearly very well taken care of and loved. Would definitely go back
Went once, and I have to say that it's a truly world class facility. Definitely worth the membership or the tourist visit. We went on the May long weekend with the first introduction of the Pandas, so peak people, and we had no issues with anything including washrooms. Core clientele are dates, families and strange old people. Really loved it.
We went there to see the Christmas lights. It was incredible. I loved the different themes around the zoo. There were campfires to warm yourself up while walking. There was lots to do from axe throwing to face painting and ice skating. We paid $20 for admission and $10 for parking. I would go there again.
Great day with the Grandkids see g the Pandas, Snow Leopards, Lions. Great time to go in November with small crowds and reduced admissions. A well laid out zoo.
Great day with my two grandchildren who are 4 and 6.
Fun way to spend the day! Lots to see! Only down fall is the taste on the food
We have had passed to the zoo for 3 years and counting. I really love that not only do you get to see a huge variety of animals, there are also really fun play structures for kids. Some of the enclosures are especially interesting (lemurs and pandas).
Great place to go, it's easy to get to, lots of parking spots. Food is still a bit pricey but that's expected.
I got to see the Pandas, super cool. All the other animals were awesome too. I want love to come back again and spend more time here. Great place for the whole family.
A great zoo that tries hard to develop good habitats for the animals and do a ton of conservation work to help rebuild populations for at risk species. I've worked with them and they are a great organization and all the staff genuinely care about the organization and animals!
I loved the zoo and they have penguins and pandas which is best part of zoo and llamas
Who doesn't like pandas, penguins, giraffes, camels, butterflies, bears, moose, wolves, monkeys, cougars, eagles, owls, flamingos, elephants, hippos, and more??? I'm sure I missed a few other animals but there are definitely a lot of animals at the Calgary zoo! The zoo is accessible by car (plenty of parking available in their parking lot) and by light rail.
We want more...!! Its nice to see reptiles and amphibians on the zoo... hope they have it..
Second time yo visit the zoo. Wonderful place to bring children over.
Zoolights was breathtaking. An amazing displays of lights throughout the zoo. I highly recommend it.
Great zoo. Not too busy even on their busy days. Plenty of bathrooms, though not all wheelchair accessible. Helpful staff and volunteers. Two playgrounds for the kids, and a sandbox at the dinosaur area
I can't comment on the zoo on a regular basis as I have never been there but the Christmas lights were outstanding. It's pretty pricey to get in and they also charge you for parking so for three of us it was $75.
Great safe place to go during these times, they do a good job making sure that people are safe.
Very nice place for a family activity; however, many sections are closed
Great way to spend the day . There is a lot of walking around . Wheelchair accessible. So much to see and do.
Another great time. As the kids are starting to grow up, they are getting more into he knowledge part. So finally more to what I'm into.
Such a cool zoo, but I wish they still had the nocturtnal animals exhibit. My boyfriend and I were so happy we got to see the adorable panda family though!
The animals were so active today and eager to show off. What a treat!
The staff should probably be aware of the times thing start. There should also be better signage indications members only including in gift shops. Disappointed overall with the lack of education of people working here
Fun and interesting place. GREAT for the whole family!
Calgary Zoo is an amazing experience that puts the animals wellbeing first. Of you haven't been to zoo lights before I highly recommend it. Prices are fair considering the mouths they have to feed
Who doesn t love the zoo? It s a great way to spend the day! We bring my sone every two weeks or so and he always loves it.
Visited when it was one degree Celsius. Many of the animals were still quite active. Plenty of indoor exhibits to warm up and the panda exhibit is very nice.
This place is so great. Even with this covid. They made it very easy to follow or skip a section. We go every year will definitely be going back.
We visited here in the spring, we were a little disappointed because we traveled in from Cranbrook BC, called before hand and asked how active the animals were and if they were all out due to the colder weather. The lady I spoke to assured me that all the animals were very active. So we traveled to Calgary, got a hotel room and visited the zoo only to find out that the majority of the animals were not active at all and to top it off, a good portion of the exhibits were closed due to construction. A waste of our time and money.
Loved the zoo with my grandchildren. Missed the pandas it was to hot but next time will go earlier
AMAZING! I love the zoo. It was my husband's first time and he really loved it.
There are many different animals and the layout is well done. my favorite part is the dinosaurs! Food is expensive and really nice weather attracts lots of people, so try to go when its a bit cooler. Zoolights are a great experience for all ages!
Nice layout, wide variety of animals.and environments. Especially liked the penguins and the pandas.
Well rounded variety of animals to see, and the staff & volunteers are very friendly. Food & drink was found for a reasonable price, and we really enjoyed the new pandas!
Had a great time! Definitely recommend going as early as you can cuz that seems to be when the animals are out and more active. Especially in the Canadian section.
Absolutely beautiful & clean zoo. Lots to see & do! Playground area(s) is impressive! However, admission prices are now very expensive for a family to visit & coupons/discounts are virtually non existent now (ie: SUTP coupons, etc.). Would love to visit more than once a year but $150+ for a small family, turns us away.
Having the self serve admission pay area is a nice touch & convenient.
Great place to spend the day. Takes about 5 hours, 10000 steps on the step counter.
The animals were very active today, which makes the experience so much better. The penguins interact with the patrons. My kids loved them. That said, is a little expensive with it choosing $100 for a family of 4 with little kid
It's always a good time at the Calgary Zoo, especially around Christmas time with the Zoo lights.
Wanna make your weekend enjoyable with your family, so you must go Calgary Zoo. Calgary Zoo is one of the best spots to spend a day.
Kids and adults will love it. Went for the Pandas and they were quite good. We loved the hippos giraffes and gorillas as well. About the only part that was just OK was the prehistoric area - I thinks it's time has come and needs an update or replacement. You can go to Drumheller for all your Dinosaur needs instead.
A great place for a walk, to see the animals and for your kids to play. If you have children it's fantastic and the season passes give so much value. They opened a new playground that is another great addition. It's too bad the Panda's had to go. Their enclosure was magnificent, and they're such adorable creatures to observe.
Terrible customer service. I asked for 3 membership and parking for a year. They gave me two adults Connect and 1 kid engage. When I came for the first visit I asked at the desk how did I setup my license place. The person checked my memberships again and said I just had to enter the system and do the setup until midnight that same day. I tried to setup with no success. I called the Zoo and Just then, checking my memberships again they told me I did not have the year around parking included!! The person was rude and started to tell me about all the detail of their policy as If I was part of the Zoo staff. No help or understanding at all. Now I am just waiting to receive the parking ticket. I am definitely NOT RENEWING this membership. STAY AWAY.
Great place. Our family loves the zoo. They have done a great job before and with COVID-19 restrictions in place. Animal enclosures are as nice as you'd hoped.
I guess people who gave a good review have never seen a REAL ZOO before. limited kinds of animals there and at least 30% of the zoo is closed for some reason. Paid around 100$ just admission fees for 2 adult and 2 kids. Too little value for the price. I gave 2 stars for its clean and organized well.
Huge amount to look at and explore, I thought the Canada section was the whole zoo until I walked around and made it back to the map! Highlight for me is the penguin area as they come right up to you to say hi!
Great central location- My son loves it here. Clean and everything is detailed and taken care of. Happy to be visiting the zoo every year.
Staffs are very friendly too.
Zoo lights were amazing! Very cool way to enjoy the zoo at night and great place for the kids.
No place like the Calgary Zoo during Zoo Lights. With short days there is time to take the kids to enjoy the lights and still get them home in time for bed.
Zoo itself is nice. I'm a little disturbed to see and hear that the Calgary Zoo discriminated against a child's service dog from the States.
We had a great time! The cheeseburgers were awesome, so glad we could rent a wagon and the animals did not disappoint. I like how the staff do little informal information sessions about various animals while they are fed.
Love the zoo. However prices need to be reduced for a day pass.
A wonderful chance to see the animals. Give the adults most of the day and the kids about half a day. After that people run out of interest.
Calgary ZOO LIGHTING fantastic show in winter time to explore only zoo premises. All around complete ZOO illuminated with thousands of tiny LED bulbs. Children can enjoy only if they are comfortable with -1 to -20 deg C temp range as per actual weather forecast on the day of visit. Wear necessary winter appropriate clothing. For children take extra precautions and carry additional warmth jacket/blenket etc..
Great if you have a season pass. Food and cantina options are crazy overpriced!
Such an AMAZING place! Beautiful and exotic animals; so many humane enclosures; baby animals; 2 great playground spaces; an awesome carousel with a wide variety of animals to ride on; tasty food places... one of Calgary's MUST VISIT spots, for sure!!!!!
The Calgary Zoo is an awesome way to spend the afternoon. Personally my favourite feature is the enmax conservatory - especially when the butterflies are out. It's a tropical oasis in the city.
World class zoo with friendly staff and incredible facilities!
Kids enjoyed the penguins. Christmas lights at night gives it a warm atmosphere
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