The Oregon Zoo Reviews

Absolutely loved our visit to the zoo today. We didnt get to see all the animals, but we did wear out two rambunctious little girls. I rented a power scooter due to a bumb knee. It made the entire day so much better! It was only $30. So worth it! There are so many new exhibits coming soon. I can't wait.

Lots of updating going on. Parking is scarce in the morning.

So terrible, the elephants are pacing up and down and looked stressed. I feel ashamed that Oregon Zoo in my state clearly is not looking after them. Please do not visit because for me it was traumatizing so can't imagine for children.

Very good service.
Nice family walk.
Very good views

Best place to go when having new people out of state come to visit!

We all love the zoo as a family day out as there is something for everyone! Do expect very long and slow lines for refreshments! But overall we still come here often.

The zoo fun and i went with my faimly but many of the enclosures were under construction.

Zoo lights was an amazing and wonderful experience.

The zoo parking fills up fasf. Plan to ride a school bus from the overflow parking lot or ride max to the parking lot. I highly recommend prepaying for tickets to save 20 minutes in ticket lines. Plan for cold kiddy hands and bring those gloves. Train ride is high light and so is the carousel for kids under 7.

We love the Zoo. It is so clean and even though their were a lot of animals missing due to the construction of new habitats we still enjoyed the animals we were able to see. My only issue is you have to pay for parking $8, then the entrance fee which is a lot $18 for adults and $13 for kids this does not include the train and the carousel. The cost certainly makes going very often impossible. We are looking forward to going next fall 2020 to see the new exhibits.

Tried to go, got stuck in the traffic circle that is their parking lot for an hour and simply gave up. Only lots B & C were open and there were 100+ cars circling the parking lot looking for a non existent spot. When asked why lot A wasn't open we were told it's because they couldn't send a shuttle out there and we should go find a MAX station to park at instead. Hang a sign that says no shuttle service for this lot and call it a day. If you have the space.... and a huge amount of people getting very frustrated why not just open the lot?

I can't wait to see the Zoo with my grandson's Aaron and Eddy. See you next month on the 7/19th 2015.

nice zoo, great place to see a concert. The elephants watch the show with you. not the largest zoo, but clean and well done

I spent 6 hours here with a 3 year old. Entertaining for both of us all day long.

Have loved this zoo since long time ago. Closed Polar bears and Thompson Gazelles for construction reason. My kids are waiting them get done.

I have always enjoyed going to the zoo, it's great for famliy bonding, school field trips. Or chillin with your best friends. The Oregon zoo also has a variety of education programs through the day about the diffrent animals, for example the birds of prey program or the feeding of the animals. The staff is always willing to help visitors find there way through the zoo or answer any questions they may have. During the winter, spring and summer months the have special events dedicated to the season, such as zoolights, and summer concerts. It's a great way to spend a simple and easy day with family and friends visiting The Oregon Zoo.

I was thrilled to see so many animals that were active. The elephants, 5 lions, a cougar right up close to the glass, giraffes, cheetahs, eagles, seals, the otters were very active and entertaining. I did think the entrance fee was expensive so we bought the family plus pass so we can bring our other grandkids when they come.

The best zoo I have been at so far. Saw 98 of all the animals they have there.

It is ok. Nice day out. Elephant exhibit is the best part.

Pretty lame visit this time as many exhibits are closed or gone. No polar bear, no orangutans, no hippos most of the primate area is closed and there are no signs or indicators of this until they have your money and you are inside. They have a well practiced excuse that there are many other exhibits. They should warn people before they take their money.

Called before hand to see if they could accommodate our motorhome. After we arrived we navigated thru tight areas and were trying to find the big parking areas. After turning around twice we were directed to lot A. Which by the way couldn't accommodate anything over 25 ft. They did say there was a lot a huge walking distance away we could park but , after having surgery myself and wife's neuropathy that was not an option. We ended up paying for 5 spots to park our motorhome. The zoo lights were a joke poor quality set up not worth the trip or the parking cost. I would avoid this as a travel destination if you have a longer vehicle and any medical needs you need accommodated.

Super fun time once we got there. If you're going for zoo lights or on second Tuesday just be prepared to be patient getting in the zoo.

So many construction projects in progress, I've seen more heavy construction equipment than animals. Almost all of the animals are either removed or in the hide

There are a lot of great various looking animals. There were several little playgrounds throughout the park to keep the kids going. There is good food to eat inside the park or you can picnic along your way. If the parking lot is full and you have to take a shuttle there's a silver lining in that you don't have to pay for parking.
Strollers are available for rental.

Cons: There were many closed exhibits.

Great place for family. Many of the animals are away while a lot of construction is going on.

Great evening with Herbie Hancock and Kamasi Washington

Great concert venue! Staff is so Great and service orientated!

We love the Zoo as long as we can beat traffics. To get back to vancouver.

I love the zoo and all they have to offer for the kids. This zoo is well planned and has lots to offer. We will be purchasing the family pass because the kids loved their visit.

Our portland zoo is wonderful. Took two out of town visitors. They're just been to the San Diego Zoo and said ours is comprable.

Very small zoo. But I grew up near the San Diego zoo. I will say though small.... it's a really nice zoo filled with very nice employees. Worth the visit!!!!

I cannot wait to visit again when the construction is all done.

It was rainy and cold but thats Oregon for ya!!! The lights were very cool and they have to be the place with the fastest spinning carousel we have ever taken our kids to. Lol because it was zoo lighta we only got to see the penguins and otters

So much fun. Had a great time. Lots to see and exhibits are larger than life. Must see elephants

My daughter absolutely loved it. We got lucky and caught multiple feeding times. My only gripe is that the parking spaces are a little small.

The variety of animals was amazing. Easy walking paths.

Love this place! So fun, interesting. Have learned that it takes much less time with teenagers than five year olds. Very much look forward to the expansion being complete in 2021!

It was so much fun that we were there for a couple of hours and it didn't even feel like a couple of hours. Although I would not suggest the train it's not worth the $8

Not the best zoo on the west coast, but there are some future exhibits to be excited about!

Love the Oregon zoo, the new elephant exhibit is top notch. Make sure you check out one of the concerts in summer time. The staff here are friendly and professional.

Although a lot of it was under construction, it was still fun. Our family had a great time!

Lots of exhibits were closed but the animals that were out were active.

Beautiful walk amongst the animals. Surrounded by dense forests and just below the rose gardens and Washington park one could spend an entire day with nature.

The Zoo is under construction. There is not a lot animals to see.

I love our zoo and how well they keep our animals and guests safe and feel taken care of

This zoo is great. There a lots of animals. Feeding times are posted for exciting moments. Food served here is pricy, but good. My children love looking at the exhibits and playing in the big sandbox under the raised walk way.

Busy.. Busy place but overall it s a nice stop for the family

Great! Wonderful Considerate people who work at the zoo!

There's not a lot to see here. Half the place is under construction. Just under $18 to walk around for about an hour and leave. Lame zoo.

Nicely done zoological exhibits yet I think more info about saving remaining habitat could be incorporated.

Very well organised and clean place. Perfect for kids. You may consider to bring your own sandwich. The food quality is so poor and all selling junk foods.

The price for admission is a decent amount but EVERYTHING else is way over priced. Make sure to pack your own snacks and drinks unless you want to spend 20 bucks on lunch for 1. Staff is pretty friendly and helpful. The added mist machines are really nice during these hot summer days.

Awesome time ... Great for my 5 yr old n my 8 month old...

Getting better, but still a lot under construction. Really like the improvements they've made to the Elephant area.

Great zoo with plenty of animals and knowledgeable staff.

Such an amazing place! It s so big! Right now they have some construction due to the new stuff

Great place for the family or just to walk around and relax.

My husband and I had a great time. The food was good and all the park people were very nice and helpful. We will definitely go back when we get the chance. Will recamend to anyone that is thinking about going. Definitely good family fun time.

We love the Oregon Zoo. A great place to have family time

Zoo is OK, not as good as Oakland or San Francisco. Main complaint is very low quality food, and not at all eco-conscious.

Still a few exhibits that still aren't done so we didnt get to see alot of animals