Face coverings are required, timed tickets and one way paths to ensure social distancing. Once you go by a certain area, you can't go back so take your time. It was nice and Organized however not everyone abides by the 6ft rule so you must maintain that distance for self and not expect other people too(although they should be, as well). Loved that the concession stands are open, too.
Took our daughter for her birthday and had a ton of family fun!
The zoo is going through some renovations right now but, still is a great place to spend a afternoon with the kids. Looking forward to 2020 when construction is finished.
Its still under construction and won't be done until fall of 2020
The kids love it - membership makes it reasonable to go often (pre-COVID often that is). Went recently with the new COVID planning and kids still loved it. One way was only a little frustrating, especially in the beginning in the PNW section (which we always skipped before). Had some frustration with employees constantly telling us stay apart (even when alone) but they mean well and are trying hard. And, come on, we don t go to the zoo for ourselves! It s the kids and they were thrilled to be back.
Had a blast it's a zoo what's not to like especially if you have kids or just want to get out for a walk
Animals were up and moving a lot while we visited. Very enjoyable!
Great place to spend the day with little ones, lots of animals to see and the enclosures are very natural which seems to keep the animals entertained and lively
Visiting during covid makes the experience a bit different but staff and visitors were all understanding and seemingly happy to be back.
A lot of construction and changes happening to make everything better for animals and guests alike.
Paid parking $8 a day. Lots of food and drink choices. Very well maintained grounds and animals, lots of baby strollers,
Spacious. Love the Rogue Ipa by the elephants.
Good place! They have excellent care for animals and their environment. Place in general is very clean.
They take great care of the animals and set up alot of actives to teach you about how to save the world as well tell you about all the animals, they also donate to save wildlife and overall the best zoo I've been to. If you do go use the Max, you get a discount and parking is hard to find.
Loved it since I was a kid crazy fun to go during zoo lights
It was great they had some shade areas but not enough also not enough places to buy water
A bit of construction going on until 2020 but still a great time.
We always love going to the zoo. It's just gotten very, very expensive. The new elephant exhibit is wonderful.
Always a good time at the zoo. Anytime I live in the Portland Metro area I keep my membership active.
Awesome place for the family to go ive gone many times I plan on more to come thank you Oregon zoo
If you like animals and zoos you'll have a great time. The most important thing to remember is to get there earlier in the day and be sure you have enough time to see all the exhibits twice because a lot of the animals are lazy around midday and some of them can hide or be hard to see so coming back to them gives you a better chance to get a good view.
It's also pretty cheap as far as zoos go.
Nice zoo time with the family. This is zoo is not too big and easy to get around. A afternoon visit is not recommended as most of the animals are hiding.
I love coming to the zoo ever since I was a little girl. Seeing how it has grown more and more each year bring joy to my heart.
It was our first visit there and we had a great time overall c:
I love this Zoo. Such a nice place. The elephant enclosure is magnificent.
Great place for family. Zoolights are spectacular. Nice clean bathrooms throughout.
Zoo lights 2018 in the pouring rain with a huge wind Yeah you are in Oregon
Busy zoo lots of great kids activities and animals.
Lame you have to pay for parking at the zoo...
Zoo is nice and the new elephant enclosure is cool.
By far one of the best Zoos I have been to, the air is so fresh here. The Animals have lots of space to roam around.
Great place for the whole family, clean and orderly.
Most the animals were not out but we still got to see plenty ,other tourists are idiots they look at you and stop in your way, didnt even have that issue at seattle zoo probably wont return just wasnt worth the money
Loving the zoo and the great weather! Free water stations are amazing
The path naturally meanders by all of the exhibits, without requiring much planning or backtracking. Great layout and really fun, clean, comfortable atmosphere.
Awesome zoo. Elephant pool and flight show are so cool. A few traffic flow issues, but we were there on a busy day so might be better on a less busy day.
Great zoo but under construction when we went, so some parts were closed at the time.
This zoo is amazing. I recommended making it a two day activity cause there is so much to see.
This place claims to be about conservation, but they force their elephants to do Circus tricks and pose with high paying guests. They use bullhooks with the elephants, which are abusive and outdated. Gross.
Zoo lights never a let down no matter how old you get.
Great zoo. Very clean. Love the conservation efforts that zoo is part of
Beautiful park, large variety of animals, kid friendly
This is the best zoo in PDX ever! The best ONLY zoo! LoL! Like every other zoo, it's all about timing here... the animals are out and about when they feel like it. You can tell something is happening simply by looking for where the big crowds are. Most people don't think to go to the zoo in the rain, but I've found that that's the best time to go. Crowds are down and sometimes the animals are a little more active in the cooler weather. You definitely get a lot of walking cardio here... yay for heart health!
A Huge thank you to the staff that was there Sunday 7/12. They were so helpful and were able to accommodate for our visit that was scheduled by accident on the wrong day. With four kids from out of town it was a day we all really enjoyed and we're able to make those unforgettable moments! Thank you so much for everything and for all your hard work at keeping it safe and enjoyable through this time!
Always a fun time, and the updates going on should make it even better!
We had an amazing day
Loved all of it
Only be careful this Sunday everything was closed, but still well worth it
Can't wait to go again
We are loving the zoo, even for the construction. HATE that the train doesn't go thru the gardens anymore. Shame on you city of Portland.
Be advised! You MUST but tickets online. They ARE NOT letting you but tickets at the zoo. Many people do not know this, especially out of towners
So many improvements to the zoo since I was little! Love how you can now see into the dens when the animals aren't out.
Small, but nice zoo with entertaining animals. Those monkeys are funny.
Loved it!! Its so great and cant wait until the Polar bears come in 2020, Fall!
Beautiful Zoo! The landscape is kept up with and looks great. The only thing I think could be improved is if the food courts didn't close so early. We were looking for something to eat about 1:30-2:00 and only a few were open. One place had a pizza lunch deal but only had one slice left and wasn't planning anymore even though customers were in line asking for and about it. They said they weren't going to make more because they thought they were going to be closing soon.
I've been going to this zoo since I was very little, it's my "home zoo!" The grounds are absolutely beautiful, and I've never had a bad experience here all the times I've went. I believe the animals are very well taken care of; habitats are appropriate, clean, and well-sized. The zoo can get crowded at times, but that's my only gripe--and that's a good thing!
Members for 14 years...love it. New exhibits are world class
I love the zoo some new construction going on. Improving areas done 2020
I have been going here since I was a twinkle in my moms eye a great place to go with family!
Amazing zoo. Fun with every animal you want. If you don t like the Oregon zoo it s because you have some deep seeded anger in your heart that we need to get out by petting a baby sheep, homie.
I like the crocodiles the best. But the elephant exhibit is really over the top in a good way.
Also... biiiiiiiig cats, they re great.
Most animals were out for my little guy to see. Also not many people so we were able to hang out and observe longer at each exhibit.
I always really love going to the oregon zoo, they try really hard to make sure that the animals are happy and healthy. The only issue we had was that a lot of the zoo was under construction so we couldn't see quite a few animals (monkey area and some bears). It seems like it would be a little more fair if they warned you beforehand and didn't charge as much considering that a portion of the park was closed (it was almost $20 for each adult plus paying for parking). It was still really nice though, there were baby animals and most of them were active.
Pretty nice zoo, although a little smaller than some I've visited. They have a very nice elephant enclosure which was fun to see. Also the naked mole rats were very cool!
A great so for families. Small enough to explore in a day and interesting enough to keep coming back. The elephant exhibit is truly beautiful. We definitely made good on our membership last year, and we've already been twice this year.
Absolutely love it! Very well set up and beautiful location
The way the zoo is situated makes it more atmospheric, well that is how it affected me .
Great place to take your family. If you take the bus, you can get a discount on admission.
Lots of construction going on right now. But always fun to see what's happing.
Perfect! It was late in the evening and not too busy.
Very well maintained zoo, clean and friendly. Lots to see and do, the kid's loved spending time there.
We arrived 1 hour before it closed, didn't realize the closing time. Hoped it would have been a reduced price with only an hour left. No such luck, still paid full price. Oh well, we'll know for next time. Maybe when we return the new polar bear exhibit will be complete.
The zoo is tons of fun, however zoo lights is too expensive for what it is.
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