The Phoenix Zoo is now one of the largest in the country. There is always an entire day of entertainment and things to learn. If you haven't been in a while, take the entire family. It's cheaper than going to the movies.
My twins and my family have always made The Phoenix Zoo a huge part of our life. Aside from membership and around the year visits enjoying all it has to offer it has always been a place kids of all ages can spend the day hanging out walking about. They practically grew up there so many memories even still right from their very first birthday to all the events. We have even helped with donations art auctions all! When you help the Zoo your helping your own community and family's enjoyment of this great Zoo for the future thank you Phoenix Zoo for all you d We love you and are grateful to have such a cool retreat here in Arizona!!
Great walk, nice landscaping, friendly and helpful staff who usually know a lot about the animals
There are plenty of activities to fill up a whole day. Be sure to bring a hat and sunscreen.
Pretty good, some of the animals werent in the exhibits but theres not much they can do about that (If they need medical attention then they need medical attention!) Foliage around the park was well-kept and the staff was friendly. The bathrooms could be in better condition. Some of the more fun exhibits will cost you extra, although there are member discounts available. Remember to bring your own water because its 3.50 for any beverage out of the vending machines! Yikes!
An amazing place. Been to many Zoos, but this one is the best so far! San Diego Zoo is not as good as this one!
We go to the zoo regularly and definitely want to purchase a membership soon! The last time we went, we found some new areas and saw the new additions they have added! Including the sloth!
For anyone who hasn't visited in a while, they have changed the giraffe feed. It is no longer in a slot machine you can get, and instead you get to feed them yummy treats at certain times!
A beautifully designed zoo with a great collection of animals that seem to be quite happy and well cared for
We had a good time they have animals that I haven't seen or heard of .
This is a really great zoo. I highly encourage an early morning visit in the winter/spring to see many of the animals at their most active. The zoo is laid out in such a way as to encourage regular visits, as there is always a bunch you couldn't get to last time. Make sure to convert your one day pass into an annual before you leave! It's money well spent.
What's funny is that the Phoenix Zoo is not rated in the top ten or twenty of best zoos in the US. This kind of had me not too excited to attend as the Bronx Zoo or San Diego Zoo are highly rated and great zoos. Also, I drove by a couple of times and was not impressed with the entrance. With that being said ...
I love this place! We went early June and the pricing is not too bad and even better with a veteran discount. Sure, you have to pay more for the movies, tram ride and petting stingrays, but I would rather not be forced to pay for that and only pay as an option.
That aside ... the people working there are very nice and helpful. There are water stations everywhere and bathrooms are very well placed. The walking paths are either paved or sand / trail so you have the option of doing paved or both. The animals and exhibits are really nice ... some favorites were the elephant, giraffes, bear, tigers and rams.
All in all we spent 5 hours at the zoo and ended up buying a season pass; that's how much we liked it. Please give this place a try as it is also giving to a good cause.
Very nice zoo with focus on habitat vs. cage. The animals seem happy. It's a larger zoo but has a train ride tour if you don't feel like walking. Diverse food selection but a little on the pricey side.
Many opportunities to touch animals and have close encounters. Brand new tiger exhibit near the front where you can stand just in the other side of very thick glass from a beautiful tiger.
Also a trail designed for kids that is hands on.
My family and I went to celebrate my niece's birthday and we were very disappointed. When we went most of the animals were not in their habitat or the habitat was under construction. It was very sad to go and not being able to see and visit the animals. We did enjoy the reptile exhibit, giraffes and warthogs. We will probably not go back. Wish we could have seen more animals rather than the ones that have the lights in them. Very disappointed.
Under construction but still had a great assortment of animals on display.
Extremely expensive! Food is super expensive! But its fun
Maybe the worst run even I have seen in phoenix. Some public official should apologize.
Drove through the zoo and it was nice considering we'd rather not get out with a bunch of people. Had trouble seeing some animals and others were just not out but that is the nature of the zoo especially drive thru style
Best Zoo ever, went to Zoolights which was so special
Our family had a great time visiting the Zoo Lights exhibit. An extensive proliferation of lighting on the trees and walk ways. Many animal displays made out of lights. Every 20 minutes there is a music display in conjunction with the flashing lights. You won't be able to see any animals, they are put away for the night. This a fundraising event for the zoo so there are no discounts given.
Guess my mother and her family went at first, in the past, now my parents and I went there.
I have visited the Phoenix Zoo twice within a year. It is lots of fun for all ages. There are play structures for kids. And a wide variety of animal exhibits.
When The Light Shines On Everything, It Must Be Good...Keeping The Grounds Squared Away, Is Easy For This Motivated Crew. Has Always Been A Wonder Spot Of AZ.
This was a great spring activity with my daughter. We even got to see the bear today!
We love the membership. It is so nice and educational for my kids.
Beautiful zoo is the best way to describe it. Animal enclosures are great and interactive sites are a lot of fun. Highly recommended for anyone in the area.
The Phoenix zoo is well maintained, has an entire area for toddlers, and many different animal exhibits for all ages.
We love the PHX zoo! The splash pads are so much for for the kids!
Always fun to go to the zoo we have one of the best
Loved it but didn't care for the music at the lake. It just didn't flow with the light show.
Had a great time at the zoo! Was a little disappointed that they didn't have a Gila monster and didn't do a great job managing parking when the lot was full but overall very fun.
A lot of the animal were visable, and staff was very knowledgeable, we follow thier advice and had a great time. (Bring water)
I highly recommend Zoolights it's an amazing seasonal show.
Love this place, we have a membership and come often. There's so much to see and do. I have young kids and they love it, but I love it for myself as well. Fridays during the school year and spring break after pretty busy with field trips and day care groups, but even then it's big enough to not feel horrible crowded except around the playgrounds. The splash pads are really nice, but I wish there one for the smaller kids was fenced in, it's very open and close to the carousel so there's ample opportunity and motivation for escape.
Feel sorry for the animals. They seem to be kept in small areas.
We loved to go here... Walk and watch all the animals that they have.... We always try to go when it isn't summer to avoid the heat and enjoy better our visit... They have a discount for ebt card holders on Sundays, up to 4 persons...
Great Zoo. Been going for a very long time. Buy a membership it pays for itself.
Been a zoo member for over a year, it's worth it if you think you'll go more than twice.
A fun and great experience. The expansions made on the Zoo itself are a welcomed edition for both the residents of the Zoo and people
Went to the zoo lights and honestly some of the staff was a little grumpy but considering the time of night I'm not surprised other than that the visit was excellent
Great place for a date day. Me and my friend wanted to try something new and decided to go to the zoo. It was fun and adventurous, there were some animals that weren't there that we wanted to look at, but oh well. Overall, great place!
A great family zoo. The kids love it here every time. And the zoo lights are not to be missed.
Love it. It stick a great place to come. We use their splash pads during the summer in the morning.
Def make sure you have 3 minimum to see everything uts amazing!!!
It's a nice zoo. I only go for the zoo lights. I really enjoy them.
We absolutely loved our visit to the zoo. It was not crowded and we were able to interact with the animals.
Great place to take the family and still growing with animals.
One of our favorite things to do in Phoenix!!! Becoming a zoo member is worth it
Great place to visit, take sunscreen, and definitely recommend the shuttle that tours the whole zoo, also, the food is affordable.
The zoo is a great place easy to follow their map. So much to see and learn about. Plus the wildlife that is out and about flying or crawling around in front of you. There is certain activities that you can do with your kids for a little extra $, like the camel ride or the stingray exhibit were you can touch them. There's splash pads for the hot days were you and your children can cool down. Make sure to put on sun screen some areas do not a lot of shade. You are also allowed to take in ice chest some bring in their own adult beverages. Over all I had a great time and so did my little ones we would most definitely be coming back.
Beautiful zoo that is not too large but just the right size with a lot to see and do. Plenty of parking, easy to follow from start to finish . Well maintained grounds with places to sit,relax and enjoy you lunch or just take in the sights while taking a break from walking around.
Fantastic Zoo. A bunch of great employees and volunteers.
Went for the zoo lights. What a wonderful experience. Seems like millions of lights up. Fun with grandkids.
Been to the Phoenix zoo many times since early 90's, back when school field trips got you out of the classroom! Always enjoyed the visits during the cooler months. Browsing all the wildlife. Little shops for souvenirs and cafes and stands for food and beverage. Favorite visit had to be for Zoolights during Christmas season. Walk around for several hours enjoying the lighting displays in a unique environment for the holiday season.
This was a really nice looking zoo. Spacious, nice decoration, very clean and orderly. Unfortunately, it might have just been the day we visited, but there were so many animals that were off exhibit or otherwise just weren't visible. We liked what we did see, for the most part the animals seemed to have nice habitats and were well cared for, but for the price, I was disappointed that there were so many that we weren't able to see.
There are multiple ticket booths, keep eyes open to see which one is functioning
I love this zoo and love the work they have done with the Arabian Oryx.
There are also many great exhibits with some amazing animals.
You have to love end the Phoenix Zoo. They are doing it right. I appreciate that they are incorporating conservationist efforts in what they do with the exhibits.
Great place to take my little one. Take your own water.
This place is AWESOME. It's been awhile since I last came here. The zoo seems bigger. I had a great time. Thank you
It's Arizona where do you expect in the zoo it's okay we had fun good memories nice animals except they're mostly hiding
Went to the drive in zoo today! Kids had so much fun! We all did. Glad we were able to do something for the kids and stay safe in the comfort of our vehicles. Especially, during this time.
I like the open enclosures. I just wish the animals were more active when I went.
Really nice zoo! Very clean and the animals all seem very content.
Came for the Christmas lights solo as I was on a business trip and the traffic going in was terrible. But... the zoo was amazing (the lights, not the animals). Put my headphones in and lapped the zoo 2x in 3 hours. A great holiday workout. Come with the kids, they would like it.
What a treasure this place is! There are plenty of attractions for people of all ages. A fun day for a family--worth the expense. They do offer a military discount, too. Some of the animals are pretty distinctive. Phoenix has done itself proud The elephants were my favorites.
Huge zoo! Spent the whole afternoon there! Lots of washrooms and water fountains and food shops. Great gift shop.
Went for the light show thing they have. It was nice. I would love to go back and see the actual zoo. Became engaged that night so I'll always have a special memory here :)
Great zoo, can get super busy. Membership is worth the cost, pays for itself in about 2 visits. Love the African wild dogs.
Nice place to the children to safely see wild animals
The Phoenix Zoo is a non-profit charitable organization that has been providing unique and inspiring experiences to visitors for over 50 years. Located in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, the zoo is home to over 3,000 animals representing more than 400 species from around the world.
One of the main goals of The Phoenix Zoo is to inspire people and motivate them to care for the natural world. Through its various exhibits and programs, visitors are able to learn about different animal species and their habitats, as well as conservation efforts aimed at protecting these animals.
One of the most popular exhibits at The Phoenix Zoo is the African Savanna. This exhibit features a variety of African animals such as giraffes, zebras, lions, and elephants. Visitors can watch these majestic creatures roam freely in their natural habitat while learning about their behaviors and characteristics.
Another popular exhibit at The Phoenix Zoo is Stingray Bay. Here visitors can get up close and personal with stingrays by touching them in a shallow pool. This interactive experience allows visitors to learn about these fascinating creatures while also having fun.
In addition to its exhibits, The Phoenix Zoo also offers a variety of educational programs for both children and adults. These programs include guided tours, animal encounters, summer camps, and even overnight stays at the zoo.
As a non-profit organization, The Phoenix Zoo relies heavily on donations from individuals and corporations to fund its operations. By visiting or supporting The Phoenix Zoo through donations or volunteering opportunities you are helping support conservation efforts aimed at protecting endangered species around the world.
Overall if you're looking for an exciting day out with family or friends while also learning about different animal species then look no further than The Phoenix Zoo! With its wide range of exhibits and educational programs there's something for everyone here!
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