25 Best Zoos to Visit in the US

July 6, 2022

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Planning a trip and looking to cross off a zoo on the fam's summer bucket list? We've gathered some of the top rated zoos across the country for ya! Check them all out and start planning your adventure now!

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1. The Alaska Zoo

Alaska

The Alaska Zoo is dedicated to promoting conservation of Arctic, sub-Arctic and like climate species through education, research and community...... MORE »

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2. Audubon Nature Institute

Louisiana

Located in historic Uptown New Orleans, Audubon Zoo cares for animals from around the globe, engaging educational programs, and hands-on...... MORE »

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3. The Bronx Zoo

New York

From tiny toads to big cats, there are more than 6,000 species at the Bronx Zoo. Plan a visit to...... MORE »

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4. Brookfield Zoo

Illinois

Brookfield Zoo is the first zoo in the world to be awarded the Humane Certified™ certification mark for the care...... MORE »

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5. Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

Colorado

Experience a zoo like no other, on a mountainside overlooking Colorado Springs. Located at 6,714+ feet above sea level, Cheyenne...... MORE »

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6. The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

Ohio

The Cincinnati Zoo is the 2nd oldest zoo in the U.S. The Zoo features more than 500 animal and 3,000...... MORE »

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7. Cleveland Metroparks Zoo

Ohio

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is home to animals from around the world! They are conserving the natural world, and has the...... MORE »

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8. Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Ohio

The Columbus Zoo is home to more than 11,000 animals from nearly 600 species from around the globe. The complex...... MORE »

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9. Dallas Zoo

Texas

The 106-acre Dallas Zoo is the oldest and largest zoo in Texas. The Zoo provides a home for more than...... MORE »

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10. Fort Worth Zoo

Texas

Home to more than 500 animal species and a world-famous reptile collection, the Fort Worth Zoo supports wildlife conservation projects...... MORE »

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11. Henry Vilas Zoo

Wisconsin

Open year round and always free admission and parking the Henry Vilas Zoo is a great family destination. With...... MORE »

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12. Houston Zoo

Texas

The second most visited Zoo in the US, the Houston Zoo provides a fun, unique, and inspirational experience fostering appreciation,...... MORE »

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13. Indianapolis Zoo

Indiana

At the Indianapolis Zoo, you'll be able to connect with animals and plants within the Zoo’s biomes, or living habitats...... MORE »

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14. Kansas City Zoo

Missouri

The Kansas City Zoo has more than 1,700 animals on 202 acres! The Zoo features a Sea Lion Show, Keeper...... MORE »

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15. Lincoln Park Zoo

Illnois

Founded in 1868, Lincoln Park Zoo is dedicated to connecting people with nature through a free, family-oriented wildlife experience in...... MORE »

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16. Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens

California

The L.A. Zoo is over 133 acres and home to more than 2,100 mammals, birds, amphibians, and reptiles representing more...... MORE »

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17. Memphis Zoo

Tennessee

Memphis Zoo is home to more than 4,500 animals representing more than 500 different species. Elephants, Pandas, Lions, Polar Bears,...... MORE »

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18. North Carolina Zoo

North Carolina

The North Carolina Zoo is the world's largest natural habitat zoo featuring more than1,600 animals. At the North Carolina Zoo,...... MORE »

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19. Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium

Nebraska

The Henry Doorly Zoo is the largest zoo in the world with 17,000 animals of 962 species and encompasses over...... MORE »

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20. Philadelphia Zoo

Pennsylvania

Situated on 42 acres of beautiful gardens, the Philadelphia Zoo is home to nearly 1,300 animals, many rare and endangered....... MORE »

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21. Saint Louis Zoo

Missouri

Located on 90 acres in Forest Park, the Saint Louis Zoo is home to more than 603 species of animals,...... MORE »

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22. San Diego Zoo

California

This 100-acre Zoo is home to over 3,500 rare and endangered animals representing more than 650 species and subspecies, and...... MORE »

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23. Southwick's Zoo

Masschusetts

Spanning over 200 acres, Southwick’s Zoo is New England’s largest zoological experience. The zoo is home to over 850 animals...... MORE »

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24. Woodland Park Zoo

Washington

Woodland Park Zoo's 92 acres is divided into bioclimatic zones, featuring different natural habitats ranging from humid tropical rain forests...... MORE »

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25. Zoo Miami

Florida

Zoo Miami is the largest and oldest zoological garden in Florida, and the only tropical zoo in the continental United...... MORE »

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