The Oregon Zoo Reviews

Here for a concert. The amphitheatre is very quaint and intimate. I'm from out of state so this facility was certainly a treat.

Have fun here multiple times a year. Membership pays for itself quickly

The beginning of the zoo is really nice and unique, but overall I think it is a bit overpriced.

Check out the new elephant habitat if you haven't been in a while it's worth it.

The zoo lights were wonderful warming even being cold out! The family that I have today with there love for me I could merely live in a 18 degree atmosphere and be comfortable and happy they love me and it warms my heart!

Now the animals seem happy.
A few years back they had this poor Polar bear that would walk and swim in the exact manner, EVERY SINGLE TIME, ALL DAY, EVERY DAY!
It was sad and disturbing
This time, the animals seemed a lot more well adjusted!!!
But...
There were quite a few animals not there right now. No grizzlies, lions... The list goes on and on!
They are remodeling.
As long as the animals are happy there then I am as well!

Went here for my first zoo experience. Although it was rainy that day I still enjoyed myself. I loved looking at all the animals. Zoo was absolutely my favorite and I hope the zoo continues to put it on.

Great zoo its open and big, foods decent but not amazeing. Definitely a family place

We had a good day here. Great train ride. My grandson loved it. Love the zoo.

Why are we charged full price when half the zoo is closed until 2020? I had fun with my fiance and the animals are way more active, which filled 3 hours of time with my fiances favorites, but i miss my wolves!

The the best Zoo in oregon. The Zoo lights are probably the best part.

An excellent zoo that takes you from the Pacific northwest into the African savannah and beyond. Located directly near Portland metro stop and several museums. Excellent trip stop.

Ok, so it s a zoo. It s great, but not always super exciting.

But sometimes, the Zoo has a Bald Eagle, unfenced, 3 feet from your face and it stares deep into your soul. I don t know where else you get that sort of special experience to wild creatures.

I've been to quite a lot of zoos, and this one is my favorite. The enclosures are large, so you do not feel like the animals are trapped. Also, the viewing areas have a great modern feel. Be warned though, most of the ape exhibits are closed for construction, and will be open in 2019/2020.

Great place to see lots of animals. The kids loved the elephants and giraffes. The eagle was so close!!

Awesome zoo with lots of construction happening - can t wait to see the new exhibits. Go early on Saturday s and you ll have the zoo to yourself.

Beautiful zoo. The train is not worth the money but everything else was

Lots of construction happening right now but the newer exhibits are nice and it's good to see them trying to accommodate the animals' needs.

The zoo can also be rented for social events and they have on site security and catering if you plan on renting the faclity

The Oregon Zoo is open for visits by appointment only. You must schedule and pay online and be prompt for time slot. I'd say about half of the animal exhibits were closed due to Covid and there was construction going on for a new polar bear exhibit. However, all the animals that are open were visible. We saw every animal even the otter swam out from his hiding place (just as we thought he would be a 'no show') and gave us a brief performance. We snacked on elephant ears and lemonade. The restrooms were clean. Our only 'complaint' was there was no break in pricing for anything. We couldn't refill our refillable water bottles because the refill stations are closed due to Covid. And no coupons are being given or honored, not even for park entry. Members get a % off their snacks. But we were visiting from out of State. Other than that... we did have a good time and the staff were friendly and professional!

Let me tell you guys how embarrassed I was to bring my mom to this year's mothers day brunch at the zoo, we come at 11:35 to enjoy the buffet to eat 11:45 behold we get called to our table, we go to the buffet (No plates) wait in line for 6 min or so feels alot longer when your just standing there, go through and dish up about half the buffet is available half is empty, cool that's fine it's busy trying to be understanding wait for refills we eat our first plate. Meanwhile I'm watching a huge line form at the buffet again no plates then another 10 min go by they bring them out the line is not moving cause all the buffets adult and kids are empty minus bagels and bacon but all the fancy stuff we paid alot of money for are empty another 10-15 min go by before they only refill half of the pans again and all the food is gone again by the time they get the line down cause it formed so big! I just want to say my mother was not happy and really put a damper is this fun enjoyable experience this was our second time, last year was ran so much better. Seriously you guys really dropped the ball and I have to try and recover my moms, mothers day. She loves the zoo and we are just disappointed :/ I have the other video of the two empty buffet if you would like to see that! oh and they are out of prime rib which is like the main star, I paid all this money for bagels and bacon lol..... It's all that is available! I want you guys to know I'm a zoo member and I love the zoo ask any of my friends I'm just really upset over this experience

Very little place to eat.
Personnel very pleasant and helpful.

Zoolights is always a blast here. It's a good zoo, lots to see, fun little train, good informational boards. They are currently revamping some areas, so there are some construction areas, and some exhibits are closed, but always a good time for young and old.

Nothing was open, animals looked miserable, staff was rude. Not worth the money

Grew up going to this zoo and haven't been here in about 6 years. Very disappointed. Got my daughter a zoo key and they were either not available or not functioning. The massive expansions are awesome but the construction is obtrusive to the zoo experience. Hoping that the improvement better the environment. Overall...would pay to come again soon.Sorry...

Awesome needs more space. The zoo is a little small.

A nice zoo. Abit spendy, but overall a nice zoo. They have really nice exhibits for some of the animals. They should rethink the lay out though

Even though alot of animals were inside, it was beautiful!

It was a lot of fun and quite a hike wear comfortable shoes

Ok SO part of this I will admit is my fault as I didn't pay attention to the hours. HOWEVER I purchased tickets at 4:00pm to go to see their exhibits and guess what - THEY WERE CLOSED. However they NEVER once said anything during the transaction about their hours and my ticket was only valid for that day. This is RIDICULOUS and extremely unfair and disappointing. If you sell someone $36 in tickets and then say oh yeah and you only have an hour because we are technically closed sounds shady. I did enjoy the little bit I was able to see but because of the service and the disappointing exhibits I am not likely to return.

All the animals at the zoo are jumping up and down for you. Asking you to be sure to plan to visit the zoo whenever you can.

Old TV jingle for the zoo.

Many, many exhibits closed. Wildlife Safari is a better value until they are renovated.

Is was good I can't wait to see what the zoo looks like in 2020

I really wish I could give a higher rating.. unfortunately due to the lack of animals these days at the zoo and the massive construction project, I was not impressed. There seems to be more space for humans to walk around and loiter than for the animals. For years I have been a huge supporter of my local zoo and always proud to say how amazing a place. I hope it returns to its former glory.

There was a review here under my name, but it wasn't me. I haven't been to the zoo in years. I have no opinion now. I went with my grandkids years ago.

Loved the zoo while visiting Portland! It's clean. The animals were out and seemed happy. The layout is perfect to walk through. Well worth the price!

Loved it! Very nice and wild life!! Highly recommend it!

too hot but a wonderful walk and i wish the train wentvaround the ehole zoo its 6 min but too short

Wonderful place! There is so much construction. Some animals have temporarily moved. Next summer new habitats will be great!

Thanks for offering a program that those on assistance can get some affordable tickets and can take their kids for a day at the zoo. I cant afford $20 a ticket right now, but I can afford $5!

The entrance is expensive so that the route not all the lights worked would not turn on ... some parts are very beautiful but very simple

Best birthday gift ever was getting the Zoo membership. It's already paid for itself.

This zoo has the potential to be a nice zoo. There are a lot of projects going on at the moment and there isn't too much to look at right now. They have recently finished the elephant zone and that is a site to see.

As of December 2018, there were many animal exhibits that were closed. We were sad about missing the rhino, polar bear, tiger, leopard, and a few other animals because of that. They should have discounted the tickets because of this.

Kids love it here and really enjoyed them selfs! Great full day

ALOHA

It is worth being there, 3 hours are nothing. Super clean and the animals are in excellent condition. The attention of all the staff is excessively friendly. Definitely place to visit one and many more times.

Watching the elephants was mesmerizing. A few of the areas were closed to reopen in 2020

Some of the attractions were closed, but the available ones were all fun to see. If you buy the souvenir cups you get free refills at any vendor!

Got there 3pm, two hours before close. And no animals there at all. Very bad experience and staff didn t declare that.

Had an amazing time there. Suggest you give it a try. Plan on several hours. A ton of parking avalable.

Great place for the kiddos. Has gotten pretty expensive in recent years. Love the Elephants!

I love the Oregon Zoo. They have great areas that feel different based on the kinds of animals. During the Fall and Winter times of year they do Zoo Lights with their train. Discounts are offered on admission if you used Trimet to get there and they habe yearly memberships as well.

The zoo is also working hard to expand the habitats of some of their animals. They recently completed the Elephant Lands, which are very nice. Future plans are in progress for the rhinos, chimpanzees, and penguins, I believe.

This is a fun place to go on dates or take the family.

Good price for what the kids can see an do better to go in the summer but the lights are great to the train is amazing for the lights over all good place to take the family food is good to

Great place to take the kids for the day. The zoo is always impressive and is working on making things better for the animals and for the people visiting. Even with the stuff that is closed it is great fun with the kids.

Never tired of going there! You will be amazed by those wonderful animals, they will surprise you! Make you laugh! Want a happy day? It is one of the options!

Beautiful Zoo. Animals are happy and active. Disneyland of Zoo's!