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St. Vincent Dolphin Pavilion

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πŸ‘πŸ‘ Wonderful dolphin show, although I wish it was a little longer! My grandson and I did the "meet and greet"a dolphin after the show. It was an amazing experience. Memories he will never forget! People often mention show, dolphins, great, dolphin, time, Great, family, awesome, cool, animals,


Address

1200 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46222

Website

www.indianapoliszoo.com

Contact

(317) 630-2001

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4.70 (1.8K reviews)

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  • 5/5 Norma E. 1 year ago on Google
    Wonderful dolphin show, although I wish it was a little longer! My grandson and I did the "meet and greet"a dolphin after the show. It was an amazing experience. Memories he will never forget!
    8 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Andrea B. 2 years ago on Google
    We love the Indianapolis Zoo and my Autistic grandson loves the Dophins! He walked into the stadium and said "OH look my Family!" Very exciting!
    5 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 AL K. 2 years ago on Google
    Okay dude straight up! This was an awesome experience all around I took a few videos but fir whatever reason Google won't let me share those idk the show was absolutely amazing and the information on these creatures is so interesting. I loved every bit of this show and see the dolphins is close up as we did is uncomparable to any other Zoo I've ever visited. I literally held fins with a dolphin today! I never thought I'd be able to say that and I did it here in the midwest. It was an awesome time and I'd 110% come back! If you're in the area and you can read this do yourself the favor and go it's so worth it!
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Nathan F. 11 months ago on Google
    It's so fun to see the Dolphins having fun and show their tricks
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Susan Petrey C. 11 months ago on Google
    My favorite part of this zoo. The dolphins and trainers are top notch. Very entertaining and educational. The highlight of my trip to the zoo. I highly recommend.
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Benjamin M. 9 months ago on Google
    Underwater dolphin viewing dome is unique.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Nate K. 1 year ago on Google
    It's a great time! And it's a great show! P.S. give yourself plenty of time and check out the dolphin observatory.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Jack H. 5 years ago on Google
    A very nice show putting conservation and living together in the show without making it "in your face." The dolphins do all the usual behaviors like waving fins and big jumps and there's a lot of audience interaction. One of the nicest things is the underwater viewing "bubble" where you're actually in a glass row about 15 feet under the water with the dolphins swimming all around you. This is a must - see when you visit the zoo.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Ernesto M. 7 months ago on Google
    Great show. A little short for what I was expecting but it is always great to see Dolfins.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Lindsey B. 1 year ago on Google
    Dolphin show is always fun for kids and family. They give love to the Dolphin 🐬 great experience if visiting zoo first time.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Mely de t. 9 months ago on Google
    It was my first time watching a dolphins show and was awesome. The main purpose of this is to being conscious about them. It's our duty to take care of them and going to the Indianapolis zoo definitely will contribute to this cause . Go and enjoy this show.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Chad C. 2 years ago on Google
    Perfect place to cool off on a hot day while enjoying a fun, informative show. The bleacher seating leaves something to be desired but I get why they do it.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Andrew J. 1 year ago on Google
    Spectacular! I've never seen an aquarium quite like this.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 tabitha P. 1 year ago on Google
    These dolphins seem very happy and interactive with staff. They have an underwater dolphin aquarium. And a show above the aquarium.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 2/5 Angel S. 4 years ago on Google
    Paid for the total adventure package and didn't get to do anything but feed a giraffe and got pushed through that line even!

  • 4/5 Jordon H. 4 years ago on Google
    The show was fun. Leg space and climate control would work wonders.

  • 3/5 Carole C. 4 years ago on Google
    It was not a full show lasted about 10 to 15 minutes

  • 5/5 Nicole S. 4 years ago on Google
    Always a fun time :)

  • 5/5 Karen M. 4 years ago on Google
    Great zoo. Lots of animals to see

  • 5/5 Meg 1 year ago on Google
    Great show my toddler absolutely loved it

  • 2/5 Monsta 1. 4 years ago on Google
    Lack of animal activity every time I take my family and we have a zoo pass so we go more often than one would think. Lately the staff we have asked questions to have very little knowledge of the animals

  • 4/5 Misty L. 4 years ago on Google
    I was a little disappointed. Someone of the animals and exhibits were gone. It seemed as if they were more focused on gift shops and restaurants because they were every where the missing exhibits were.

  • 4/5 Shantera T. 4 years ago on Google
    Very family friendly and had a wonderful show for any age! We will go again anytime!

  • 5/5 Cordell E. 4 years ago on Google
    Great for all ages

  • 5/5 Rose G. 4 years ago on Google
    Dolphin show was great.

  • 5/5 B T. 4 years ago on Google
    Neat to see but no place for a 22 month old unless you been working on your fitness lol

  • 3/5 kitty S. 2 years ago on Google
    The show was only about 10 minutes max, they tell you to get to pavilion 30 minutes before, and if you want a good seat you have to. The pavilion was packed shoulder to shoulder, so if you're afraid to be closer than six feet from someone not wearing a mask, this is NOT the pavilion show for you! If you have little ones just go to the observation dome to see the Dolphins, and save the some sanity!

  • 5/5 Mark R. 1 year ago on Google
    The show they put in with the dolphins while educating the public about them is awesome. The trainers had the dolphins do some really cool stuff. It's fun for the kids cause if you semit in the front row you could get wet with the dolphins splashing. The show takes about 15 minutes. Very cool to see if you go to the zoo.

  • 4/5 BossM8te10 5 years ago on Google
    This was our first time here as a family and plenty to see and do despite being a bit undersized and some exhibits were closed due to construction. We liked how close you could actually get to the animals, friendly staff and the ease of flow from each exhibit.

  • 4/5 Keith A. 1 year ago on Google
    The dolphin Pavilion is one of the cooler things at the Indianapolis Zoo it takes you underwater and allows you to view the Dolphins from underneath the water it is very cool and they come and get a close-up look at you as well. Also if you stand in the center of the Dome and talk it sounds like you're on a huge microphone which is very cool to us grown up children

  • 5/5 Brad M. 4 years ago on Google
    This zoo is one of my favorites. This summer they have a few new animals (black mamba and sloths). They are constantly adding new things and keeping it looking great. Zoo is always clean. Kids will have a blast and parking is ample. They even have picnic tables out front. Plan on spending your whole day there if you want to see and do everything.

  • 4/5 James S. 10 months ago on Google
    Zoo has come a long way since I last visited. Worth the entry price finally. Cons-online only, credit card tickets, no cash and ridiculous charge for parking. Pic is from butterfly exhibit. Not many butterflies but wonderful plant life.

  • 5/5 Tim Dunn (VooDoo G. 10 months ago on Google
    Still an enjoyable spot for a fun and family friendly dolphin show. We see a show on every visit, and it's always great.

  • 4/5 AngelWingsYT 8 months ago on Google
    Great time as always though they added quick educational videos that did cut into the runtime of the show itself. Like they were trying to be more educational but it took out the dolphin tricks that are more fun to see! Sat in splash zone n was dead center for a big splash! Great way to beat the heat!

  • 3/5 Charles K. 9 months ago on Google
    It's a very nice facility but two of the three dolphins just didn't feel like working while we were there. Also, more than half the program is lecture about protecting dolphins and the planet. That's really tough for little kids to sit through when they just want to see the dolphins perform. The whole experience was meh.

  • 5/5 Cira B. 8 months ago on Google
    It was a great show with some awesome people working with the dolphins .my daughter and granddaughter got to go and shake fins with them .This is an extra cost of $20 per person the dolphin show was free.

  • 3/5 Josie S. 6 months ago on Google
    The show wasn't what we expected. It involved more videos and was much quicker than we thought it would be. They had all the dolphins doing different trucks at once so it was hard to see everything. It was educational and seemed like the dolphins were well-loved, but not a traditional dolphin show.

  • 3/5 deena h. 3 years ago on Google
    It would get 5 stars.. however, the scene or act..has not changed.. we have been their many of times..we do enjoy the act of the dolphins and the energy. It is truly beautiful. The story..saving the plant.. that the acts are preformed to is truly beautiful and the message was inspirtional.

  • 5/5 cayden A. 4 years ago on Google
    We sat in the splash zone and it was awesome

  • 5/5 Chrissy W. 4 years ago on Google
    My daughter loved it and so did I!

  • 5/5 Maurice M. 4 years ago on Google
    Dolphins are cool folks

  • 5/5 Kathleen D. 4 years ago on Google
    This is such a cool feature of the Indy zoo. We absolutely love the underwater dome where you can watch the dolphins zoom past and over you. The dolphin show is fun. I have heard that they offer a special package where you can swim with the dolphins, but I don't know if this is still offered.

  • 3/5 Sandy D. 4 years ago on Google
    Dolphin show was too short

  • 5/5 peyton d. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful dolphin show.

  • 5/5 Evan W. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing

  • 2/5 Izzie 4 years ago on Google
    Ok

  • 5/5 Tonya C. 4 years ago on Google
    Love it

  • 5/5 Chris H. 5 years ago on Google
    My kids really enjoyed the dolphins! The trainers and dolphins put on a great show!

  • 5/5 gacha e. 5 years ago on Google
    Loved it. Very romantic and family oriented. Lots to do and see

  • 5/5 Law G. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing show, had a great time, even my teenagers loved it!

  • 5/5 Jennifer H. 5 years ago on Google
    A great show a good place to unwind and take a break from walking while being entertained.

  • 4/5 Victor M. 5 years ago on Google
    Great place to go out with your family.

  • 4/5 Benjamin S. 5 years ago on Google
    Great time, but no seals, no polar bears l, no alligator or crocodile. But with that said, had a great time with the family and the dolphins are spectacular

  • 5/5 Nathan M. 4 years ago on Google
    Great show by professional trainers who animate the crowd and relay great messages of conservation and environmentalism. The dolphins themselves look healthy, and clearly get a lot of stimulation. The zoo has a breeding program. The dolphin pavilion is one of the few exhibits at the zoo that does a very good job of accommodating individuals in wheelchairs. I was directed to a place right in front of the stands, and a folding chair was provided for one of my party to sit next to me. Five out of five stars.

  • 5/5 Megan T. 4 years ago on Google
    This zoo holds a special place in my heart!! If you are local, I highly recommend purchasing a membership so that you can visit often and not have to rush during your visit!

  • 5/5 beth s. 4 years ago on Google
    Dolphins are great

  • 5/5 Luke M. 4 years ago on Google
    There are very few experiences that elicit tears. The Indianapolis Dolphin Pavilion is one of those experiences. It is sensory overload to the max, and my emotions cannot handle it. It's incredible to watch the dolphins, trainers, and inspirational videos that accompany the show. It is a must-see while you're at the Indianapolis zoo whether you've never seen their show or you've seen it 100 times.

  • 3/5 Michelle J. 4 years ago on Google
    The wasn't as long as I remembered it being in the past.

  • 3/5 Joleen T. 4 years ago on Google
    Love seeing the dolphin show. Kind of annoyed it has been the same show all summer. I'd love to see something new and exciting.

  • 5/5 Jake B. 4 years ago on Google
    It has a lot of different animals with different angles

  • 3/5 Tessema Osaze B. 4 years ago on Google
    I love dolphins they're amazing, but honestly ets sad to see them confined & trainers blow high-pitched whistles at them to do moves for entertainment.

  • 5/5 Kelly R. 4 years ago on Google
    It was a great time with the school field trip.

  • 5/5 B-Town Exploring the P. 4 years ago on Google
    Awesome place well worth the money

  • 5/5 Amanda V. 4 years ago on Google
    Really awesome show, very informative. Viewable from many angles, not a bad seat in the house.

  • 3/5 Guillermo U. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It's nice. (Original) Es bonito.

  • 4/5 Lynette B. 4 years ago on Google
    The show was fun but short. Perhaps they could talk about the training of the animals and include pictures? The seats are not comfortable and people were crammed in! Not sure what you can do about that.

  • 5/5 Emmanuel L. 4 years ago on Google
    Perfect for a family outing

  • 5/5 Tim P. 4 years ago on Google
    Kids love it

  • 5/5 carol q. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place to take the whole family to

  • 5/5 Cathy R. 4 years ago on Google
    Love it

  • 5/5 Ashton D. 4 years ago on Google
    Best zoo around

  • 5/5 VIJAY G. 4 years ago on Google
    Awesome performance of dolphins

  • 5/5 Average Joe Bushcraft and S. 4 years ago on Google
    Dolphin show is always great and heartwarming

  • 5/5 Yaneisy PΓ©rez M. 1 month ago on Google β€’ 19 reviews New
    Beautiful place it was a great experience.
    4 people found this review helpful πŸ‘


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