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Louisville Zoo

Tourist attraction Zoo

One of the Most Revieweds in Louisville


Address

1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville, KY 40213

Website

louisvillezoo.org

Contact

(502) 459-2181

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (11K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 10 AM to 4 PM
  • Sunday: 10 AM to 4 PM
  • Monday: 10 AM to 4 PM
  • Tuesday: 10 AM to 4 PM
  • Wednesday: 10 AM to 4 PM
  • Thursday: 10 AM to 4 PM
  • Friday: 10 AM to 4 PM

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  • 5/5 brittny92 1 year ago on Google
    We went for the Wild Lights night walk and it was amazing! It lasted about 2 hours, and we were able to get in a little ahead of our scheduled time and there was no feeling of being rushed or pushed along. A very go with the glow kind of walk. Every turn you take is a new light up display you weren't expecting! There are so many animals, plants, and fun facts about each section! It's also got several interactive installments that make the experience even more fun. And there is relaxing music playing throughout the Zoo as well. A great experience for kids, adults, and the whole family! It is a bit of a trek, but Louisville Zoo has restrooms, benches, and concessions throughout the campus to allow for any needed breaks. I've posted just a few pictures because I don't want to spoil the experience, but these are a couple of my favorites from the night. We are going back to the zoo in the day because this is our first visit to this one! Edit: added a few pictures from our trip the next day, and it was still so fun, even got to see baby Fitz! Would recommend sunscreen and water bottles for sure!
    9 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Deborah “Debbie” S. 1 year ago on Google
    There were very few people there, so a lot of things were closed. But we had a great time, everything was well maintained, and the staff we saw were very friendly and informative. We were able to walk through an exhibit with loose wallabies, three of which had babies. The giraffes were so beautiful. We saw a baby zebra, a baby elephant, among others. The zoo is working to save endangered species. The lorakeet exhibit was amazing. I had two land on me to drink nectar from my cup. Most animals that were inside to get out of the drizzling rain, we could still see or get glimpses of through the clever viewing angles and variety of viewing spots. I’m giving them the benefit of the doubt with the five stars, because I feel that if everything was open the experience would have been even better! We sit at the African Outpost. The food wasn’t amazing, but was much better than I’d expect from a tourist site. They actually had gluten-free buns. We had a burger and fries, and it was certainly better than fast food.
    8 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Danielle H. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice zoo, good exhibits and the ladies doing the Tiger talk did a good job with education. Wish the polar bear enclosure was bigger and he had his on pool of water and the snakes and other reptiles need bigger water dishes. Snakes will completely get in a water bowl that is large enough if they need to cool off, they don't have that opportunity. Lots for young kids to do and the kids seemed to be really enjoying the splash pad.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ashley D. 1 year ago on Google
    My daughters first trip to the Zoo for her 3rd birthday. We had a blast! I will say there were quite a few exhibits that were closed or looked rough, and we honestly didn't really see all that many animals. Idk if it was the time if day (late afternoon) or just an off weekend but I definitely expected more to be going on with the animals. But they can't be up and out constantly so I think we just caught them at nap time 😊
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Ponyo P. 3 months ago on Google • 160 reviews New
    Their enclosures need to be reviewed by an inspector because some of them are pretty unsafe for the public. The warthog enclosure is one good push away from having a child inside the enclosure. They have a wonderful bird exhibit. They charge for parking which is absolutely ridiculous considering people are coming to pay for the zoo. So on top of your admission you also have to pay for parking! They find every way to nickle and dime you. If they have a problem with people parking there and then leaving the property, then a quick tow truck call can fix that right up! We are active duty military and we had to pay 48 for a family of 3. Their price online says admission is $10 a person, but we very quickly found out that was a lie. We were told military get in free but that didn't happen for us. This is a big zoo and none of the outdoor vendor spots were open to sell hot cocoa or any food. The gift shop was highly overpriced. I just don't feel like this zoo really invests their money into their animals. It is clear the donors are the ones really paying for the upkeep of these animals.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Allie D. 1 year ago on Google
    We had so much fun! We brought our 13 month old with us on this hot day! There were a lot of other kids/babies and stops along the way with shade and air-conditioning! Also there were places to refill your water bottle and they let you bring food! It was an awesome time. We spent about 3 hours. I recommend buying tickets online. We walked right in that way!
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 A R. 4 months ago on Google • 66 reviews
    I have visited several times and recommended the winter months. Some animals are not on exhibit, but those that are out are more active, and there are fewer crowds at the exhibits. Tips: Take a stroller or wheelchair if anyone in your party has difficulty walking. Free water bottle re-fill stations around the park. There are 2 playgrounds and several places for photos.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Vickie G. 3 months ago on Google • 351 reviews New
    A really nice zoo! Kids had a great time. We just dropped in since we were driving to Mammoth caves and wanted to take a break. Great break! A lot of indoor places so you can enjoy the animals in the winter!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Megan L. 5 months ago on Google • 57 reviews
    This zoo has a very good spread of animals that were all very well cared for and easy to see. My family went on an overcast Saturday and got into the zoo with no wait and saw almost all of the animals, save ones not at the zoo entirely. With that being said, this is obviously an old zoo and some parts of the facilities are clearly in need of updates. This does not affect the animals, but the consumer experience. They are clearly aware of these as some parts of the zoo were under renovation. If you do plan to go to the zoo, plan on bringing your own snacks and food. There were places to stop regularly throughout the zoo, but the prices were fairly steep for the items, as to be expected. I recommend ending your visit with a stop at the gift shop. These facilities are incredibly nice and have a wide range of items and prices to offer. All and all a great family or couple experience!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ziggy Z. 4 months ago on Google • 401 reviews
    This is one of the better zoos we have been to. I recommend getting the annual pass. I also recommend getting there as soon as it opens so you can see the penguins come out to the water.

  • 5/5 Denise L. 10 months ago on Google
    We arrived at opening and enjoyed two hours of exploring with no crowds. This is a fun zoo with lots of interesting animals and creative enclosures. The walk includes inclines and declines but all are easily conquered. There are plenty of food and drink options well dispersed throughout the park. The staff is friendly and helpful.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Benjamin K. 3 years ago on Google
    Even during the restrictive conditions caused by COVID, there is so much to see here. This zoo rivals zoos in much larger cities in terms of both atmosphere and exhibits. The path is well-marked and there is nice and wide. There are "skip" paths, if you want a shorter route. The staff was all welcoming and friendly. I'll definitely be back once this COVID stuff is over!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Sri K. 3 years ago on Google
    The Bermuda Aquarium, Museum, and Zoo A 140,000-gallon fish tank greets visitors at the Bermuda Aquarium, which also has a museum and a zoo, in the quaint Flatts Village on the North Shore. The aquarium has several large tanks housing 200 species of fish and coral reef found in the waters surrounding the island. It also has outdoor turtle and seal exhibits, which give visitors a chance to witness feedings (several times a day). The aquarium arranges whale-watching cruises aboard the RV Endurance in the spring to witness migrating humpback whales. The Natural History Museum has exhibits on the ecology and geology of Bermuda along with displays on the wildlife from the archipelago. It features several interactive and kid-friendly activities, a playground, and sandbox. The zoo houses 300 reptiles, birds, and mammals from islands around the world, in settings mimicking their natural habitat. In the Madagascar section, expect to find some curious lemurs sitting or jumping on boulders. You'll also find areas dedicated to the animal life from the Galapagos islands, flocks of flamingos, and tortoises.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Ken S. 2 years ago on Google
    Very nice zoo with plenty of things to entertain families. Some spaces were a little to tight to accommodate all the strollers and could have been better planned. But we enjoyed the Dinosaur exhibit and the animals seemed well cared for.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Elizabeth C. 2 years ago on Google
    We often pick random things to do in our city or surrounding area. Making memories for our son to remember forever is so important. We hadn't been to the zoo in a while and wanted to check it out before we decided on getting a pass this summer. Despite it being snowy and dead and almost everything closed and many animals put indoors, it was still fun! We can't wait to come back in the summer. You could easily spend an entire day here, and it's great exercise!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nick S. 2 years ago on Google
    We enjoyed the zoo on a warm March day. Some of the exhibits weren't open yet but we knew that ahead of time. Also birds were not on exhibit because of potential bird flu in area and they were being quarantined elsewhere. Otherwise a very enjoyable experience.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Elizabeth Y. 10 months ago on Google
    We went to see the lights. The lights were really nice and fun. Definitely need to wait till it's fully dark to enjoy. The only disappointment was that they put away/blocked off the animal exhibits. We thought we would be getting to see the animals while looking at the lights. $20 per person feels like a but much when we couldn't see the animals as well. It was a nice walk though through the lights.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Melissa H. 7 months ago on Google • 74 reviews
    Visited with my daughter and grandsons and it was wonderful! The staff was informative, knowledgeable and friendly. The zoo is laid out well making it possible to visit every exhibit without it being exhausting. Lots of places to sit in the shade and refresh. Kids enjoyed the water park. I will definitely e going back.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Michael K. 5 years ago on Google
    The zoo always looks clean when I visit. The staff seems friendly. They have a decent amount of animals for a fairly small town. In rating this a 4-star based on the size and the expectations although you could almost give it a 5-star for that. The reason I didn't give it a 5 is because it's not a zoo you go out of your way for. It is a great place to burn a few hours while in town.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Gail A. 2 years ago on Google
    This day was perfect to go to the Louisville Zoo. My daughter, granddaughter, a friend and myself did just that. I have underwent 3 surgeries for a total knee replacement. So I went in a wheel chair. The chair didn't keep me from any of the exhibits. The animals were all out. It was exciting to see them and the excitement my eight year old granddaughter had was wonderful. Seeing all the dinosaurs on exhibit throughout the zoo was an added delight. A real treat was when my granddaughter and daughter went on a camel ride! The smiles made the day for me at the zoo. Thank you
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jack F. 8 months ago on Google
    I had a great time at the Louisville Zoo. They have a great variety of animals that they take great care of. I found the Zoo to be very easy to navigate, clean, and packed! It is a great spot to bring children during the summer. There were a decent amount of seating options and benches around the park which I certainly enjoyed on the hot June day I went. Definitely bring a bottle of water and sunscreen if you are going during the hot summer months!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 moin a. 4 months ago on Google • 157 reviews
    Best place for kids, with lots of animals and birds with a beautiful atmosphere. This zoo has too many things to explore and lots of areas so need to be active to cover all the place. Must one for the kids, we loved it.

  • 5/5 Jennifer L. 7 months ago on Google • 30 reviews
    The zoo was very well maintained and not too crowded. It was hot, the random misters on the path were a welcomed surprise. My son was thrilled to see both an African Elephant and an Asian Elephant. We went on a Sunday. The zoo had a nice variety of animals to see. Parking was easy once my husband stopped following Google maps instructions that told him to loop the circle a few times.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Simply Irresistible Beauty Ltd. C. 6 months ago on Google • 25 reviews
    We had an amazing time. We went early so that my autistic children could enjoy the zoo before the public and the tour and the experience for the first time for us was beyond wonderful. We circled the entire zoo twice and my children.l love every moment . This is my first time there as well as 2 of my 4 children and niece. They did have signs stating under construction but you can clearly tell it’s about to be even more beautiful during our tour we found out so many new attractions coming so I ended up buying oh and I can’t forget how good the food is
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mike K. 5 months ago on Google • 99 reviews
    Great zoo! Went on a fall weekday and it was "all ours", no crowds and easy access to all exhibits and animal viewing. One thing that was annoying is that the zoo closed early for a night time fright type event. This was mentioned on the website or when purchased tickets. It may have quickened our arrival as all the buildings were locked by 4, and we expected another hour. We brought our own water based on other recommendations and there were some fill stations available. I would do it again!

  • 5/5 J H. 3 years ago on Google
    Best zoo I've been to, only second to the St Louis Zoo. Louisville Zoo has a nice flow, easy-to-follow signs, the animals were active and looked happy in an ample environment. There were several interactive exhibits closed, due to COVID-19 but the merry-go-round was open. Sanitizer and clean bathrooms abound. A year membership is well worth it. Edit: Go early. We went back during lunchtime and many people unmasked in certain areas (seals, bears) They'll need to have a couple people stationed around the park or something.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tony V. 3 years ago on Google
    Very good zoo. Very large and worth the cost of entry. I highly recommend paying a visit.
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  • 4/5 Chance M. 3 years ago on Google
    Louisville Kentucky
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 A. D. 3 years ago on Google
    VISIT THE LOUISVILLE ZOO! Support our local Zoo while exploring the beautifully landscaped exhibits and enjoying this especially entertaining experience! My family has always loved going to our Zoo!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 J .:. M. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent attention and service.:. I recommend it, a unique unforgettable experience, thanks for your attention and kindness, Heavenly Father Take care of the staff and all our animals, amen.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 V.A.L. 3 years ago on Google
    Its been three years since we last tookbthe 2 and a half hour journey down here. The tunnels and play area are closed because of covid; but the aquarium is still phenomenal. Clean, well lit, happy healthy sea critters. I love the touch tank. Our 11 and 5 year old love. Highly recommended.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kathryn C. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing! Kids, husband and myself enjoyed it so much!
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  • 3/5 Alejandra H. 3 years ago on Google
    I didn’t love it. Not so many animals to see and I just feel really bad for the polar bear 🐻‍❄️. It’s ok to go any day we are bored and want to do something cheap that doesn’t cost so much money . It’s pretty decent for the price which is around $5.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Wisco S. 3 years ago on Google
    Indoor exhibits were all closed during my visit so it's difficult to give a thorough review. Only took about 2 hours to view everything. The park was clean and they had lots of unique species including 2 different types of tigers. Overall it seems like a nice zoo
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Czoey H. 3 years ago on Google
    Great zoo! During COVID they are requiring people to wear face masks and to move only one way through the zoo which was incredibly helpful. You make one big loop of the zoo and see everything. Most of the indoor exhibits were closed, but all of the outdoor ones were allowing guests. A couple were monitored by staff to help keep the flow. Over all a great zoo, with lots of very cool animals and exhibits!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lisa A. 4 years ago on Google
    It was a VERY cool zoo in South Dakota. It's better than the Whapeton zoo.
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  • 4/5 Titon E. 4 years ago on Google
    Good time for the kids. Small but kids will enjoy.
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  • 5/5 THE RANDOM AWESOME C. 3 years ago on Google
    Great animals very cute wolves
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Robert g. 4 years ago on Google
    Good a to go to see all of our friend's.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mitchell M. 4 years ago on Google
    Everyone loves a zoo. This one does not disappoint.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gina V. 3 years ago on Google
    Really neat place. Definitely recommend going here on a rainy day! You pay $10 for an aquarium, zoo and nature museum and you learn a lot about Bermuda's wildlife.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Marie A. 3 years ago on Google
    Great family place, great price. Zoo is a walk through where you are up close and personal with the animals. Real!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 William J. 4 years ago on Google
    Great small aquarium with enough to see for a small 1-2 hour tour. The aquarium is slightly more interesting then the zoo, but both sides have fun exotic animals to see. We came in the winter (early February), an off time for tourist, so we missed some of the animals, but it wasn't crowded at all and easy to find/get around and see things quickly. No tour guides, but this way we had our own pace and still had a lot facts to read and learn about the creatures.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Wendylee O. 4 years ago on Google
    A wonderful place to visit!!! This may be a small facility, but well worth the time. An incredible Aquarium, great Natural History Museum and small zoo....do see the last exhibition, a large enclosed space which you wander through with small animals, birds which are all around you!! There is a small cafe with wonderful views. The area just outside the is certainly worth wandering around, it's just stunning! Number 3 bus is a 5 min walk away, numbers 10 & 11 are right outside.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tim B. 3 years ago on Google
    "BERMUDA AQUARIUM + ZOOLOGICAL WILDLIFE PARK".. Conservation of Turtle Species such as the Green Turtle, Hawksbill Turtle are ongoing here, with Green Turtles, some from other areas, regularly seen eating sea bed grasses, amazing.. Such large ocean environments are important for many oceanic species that travel hundreds of miles during their individual life times, trying to avoid the 'human plastic pollution, over fishing, poaching,' that threatens their future existence.. Only a few hundred years ago the Oceanic Seas were absolutely full of life, avidly described by the first long distance 'western sea farers', so many Green Turtles that one could walk across their breeding bays on their backs.. We all know of the near extinction plight of certain oceanic Whale Species, conservation being necessary to stop their absolute consumption by Whaling Ships.. Scientific Data is always being updated, Scientific Data suggests that Whale Species actually keep the Oceanic Seas Cool.. Turtle Facts, Whale Facts, Oceanic Marine Animal Facts can/will amaze any interested 'human species'.. So, if you can remember the 'pristine ocean environment', that you are 'blessed' to live within, as many would surely change 'snowy london city', for the warm ocean sunshine of "BERMUDA ISLANDS".. "BERMUDA AQUARIUM + ZOOLOGICAL WILDLIFE PARK" has an interesting, educational, informative web site where you can discover the animals, oceanic species, the ongoing conservation projects.. When you visit the area, you will surely never forget the organised swimming adventures with the 'wild sea turtles', the rare opportunity to see the other Oceanic Marine Species, Animal Species.. Of course you might not be seen again, as 'things/people' seem to vanish, like huge ships full of gold treasures, diamonds, well maybe.. 'Imaginative Conservation Ideas, with Funds are always welcome'.. Thanks for looking after the Wild Sea Turtles.. Around the World, Red Crab Migratory Routes now have high bridges over vehicle paved roads, the Red Crabs use these safe bridges to avoid being squashed by vehicles.. Sir David Attenborough in one of his gold funded films featured little just born Turtles, some confused by the human artificial sea coast bright lights, some being trapped in drains, etc.. Hopefully Sir David has found assistance, for future generations of 'Little Turtles'... "BERMUDA AQUARIUM + ZOOLOGICAL WILDLIFE PARK"..
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  • 5/5 jakebarrow2000 3 years ago on Google
    Prob the most value for money youll get in Bermuda. Well worth a visit
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  • 4/5 JJ F. 3 years ago on Google
    I hope that they should at least have more sea animals and have more cool things to see because I’m very hype and excited to visit next year on July and this time Im taken my hole family to see the best Aqua Museum in Bermuda 🇧🇲
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  • 4/5 G w. 3 years ago on Google
    everybody must visit this place to know Bermuda correctly ...
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  • 5/5 Juli 4 years ago on Google
    Very nice place! $10 entrance fee is very reasonable for what you get. There are a lot of cool things to see here, I recommend a stop here! We had no kids with us, but still enjoyed it very much! Very well kept and neat.
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  • 5/5 Ethan M. 3 years ago on Google
    Love it
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  • 5/5 Alicia B. 2 years ago on Google
    Very Clean! A lot of hand sanitizers available. Enjoyed it very much 😊
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  • 5/5 melissa r. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful and wonderful lots of helpful employees and information It was a great day date for two adults, cool weather so we saw most of6 the animals. The only disappointing this was the black bear was very upset and his area didn't look big enough! Very clean and with the carousel and play ground, kids should love it!
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  • 4/5 Mary B. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice time but needed more place to eat and cool off. We didn't make it through while zoo but were there like 4 hours only ice cream and popcorn pretzel type food available. Burger place closed. Some of vending didn't take cash at all and ones that did weren't that cold. Stick to the drinks are strands on coolers that was where we found to be coldest.
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  • 5/5 BJ E. 2 years ago on Google
    Awesome zoo. Our family have always loved to come here. The animals were very alive today too. Wonderful family time and great atmosphere.
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  • 5/5 The Voice of R. 2 years ago on Google
    Visited this zoo for the first time on Saturday. Definitely in the top three zoos that I've ever been to in my lifetime. The gorilla exhibit alone is worth the trip but everything was outstanding and all of the animals were out. The staff was friendly and we were even lucky enough to talk to one of the animal handlers who gave us a lot of information about the meerkats. If you haven't been here and you have traveled through or to Louisville, you're missing one of its gems.
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  • 5/5 Alex C. 1 year ago on Google
    The Louisville Zoo is definitely one of the most fun places to visit in Louisville. They have various themed events throughout the year that are wonderful. The Wild Lights event is probably one the best zoo experiences I've been too (just make sure to go as it's getting dark). Plenty of fun for kids, couples, and to simply enjoy learning about wildlife and the importance of animal conservation. Give this zoo a try, if you've not been, you'll not regret it!
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  • 5/5 Michelle H. 2 years ago on Google
    My favorite zoo, and I have been to a lot. Animals have big open spaces to live. The view is great. The animal spaces are open and do not have caged enclosures. Fun and includes a water park. We recently did Boo at the Zoo and that was fantastic. The Zoo and cast really put on a fun experience. All around great place to spend a few hours.
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  • 5/5 Lana A. 2 years ago on Google
    The zoo is awesome! I love visiting there any time of the year. We saw quite a few animals even though it was about 36 degrees the day we went.
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  • 5/5 Lauren S. 1 year ago on Google
    Took the kids here for Spring Break. They loved it, especially the 2 year old! The zoo had a great selection of animals. My 2 year old really enjoyed the inside gorilla area and interacting with them. They had the lights up for their nighttime light thing which was neat to see.
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  • 5/5 Pixelsheen 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful zoo, with healthy animals and very well-kept enclosures. Very clean grounds. I was very impressed with how friendly the park layout was for disabled people. Lots of quiet, shady places to sit when the other guests got to be a bit too much.
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  • 5/5 Samantha B. 9 months ago on Google
    They have several of the attractions under construction at the moment, but it's still worth taking the little ones too, they have ducks and birds that just roam free and that's pretty exciting to kids as well as adults. It was our 1st time taking our 3-yr-old and he loved it and my daughter is about to turn 16 and hadn't been in years and she really enjoyed it as well. Make sure you pack a cooler and food or take plenty of money, nothing there is cheap. And we didn't buy tickets in advanced and was standing in a line about 100 people long and a Zoo attendant came walking down and advised if we would go online and purchases tickets right then, we could by-pass the line and go straight to the entry gate and just let them scan the barcode we received after making payment, so that was really cool. And prices vary depending on the day of the week, the month, and what activities the Zoo has going on at the particular time of your visit.
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  • 3/5 Lizzy S. 9 months ago on Google
    We enjoyed our visit, even though the weather wasn't the best! Most of the animals were out, the walking wasn't too bad, but usually zoos keep some things open when the weather is a little less than, but everything was closed. Everything. We've never seen a zoo so closed off, but this is only our fifth one so maybe it's always that way. We also didn't see a single employee the whole time, except for when we were at the gift shop at the very end, which was surprising, especially given the amount of people we saw and some of the behavior of some. We're going to try to come back on a nicer day to see if maybe our first impression wasn't totally accurate. Worth a visit!
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  • 5/5 Erin C. 11 months ago on Google
    My kids and I love the zoo. Recently went to their Wild Lights fundraiser and it is amazing. Absolutely beautiful lights displays. Several are interactive by stepping on a lighted pad, they move and or change colors. The show was awesome. The play area is really cool, lighted swings, bubbles filled with smoke. Does require a lot of walking, so wear shoes accordingly, and some is up hill..
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  • 5/5 Michael R. 6 months ago on Google
    Great place to stroll through and see a great variety of wildlife with the family. Season pass is the way to go for admission and free parking if your local resident. Staff is informative and courteous. Great variety of seasonal events throughout the year as well!
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  • 4/5 Kelly H. 5 months ago on Google • 55 reviews
    It was educational as there were staff through the park to talk about certain animals as well as displays.We enjoyed seeing the animals, of course. I didn't like seeing some of the animals without a companion, but that happens sometimes. They are set up for the evening Halloween event, so getting to see the decorations throughout the zoo was nice. Parking was cheaper than I thought it would be. My family had fun visiting.

  • 3/5 RG McFall S. 1 month ago on Google • 35 reviews New
    It's a descent size zoo. Many of the animals weren't out this time of year, so not as exciting as expected. Unfortunately, the enclosures for some of the large animals are so small, it's heart breaking. Fyi...the tiny elephant enclosure will break your heart. One elephant was so depressed it seemed like it could shed a tear. I am not a fan of captivity of large animals, but understand some need it due to help reasons. It still will pull at your heart strings.

  • 5/5 Iulia C. 3 years ago on Google
    Had a wonderful time visiting the Louisville Zoo😊. We took our time walking around and read all the signs and tried to see as much as the Zoo could offer,I mean habitats from different continents with a large variety of animals,birds, reptiles,mammals.It is definitely worth it!😃👍🏻🐆🐅🦓🦍🦁🦒🦏🐘🐪🦆🦊🐺🐒🦙🦉🦜🦢🦅🐍🐧🦥🦛🐐😊❤

  • 5/5 Todd E. 3 years ago on Google
    Great family zoo with lots of fun special events they do too. Boo at the Zoo is always great!

  • 5/5 Keira R. 3 years ago on Google
    It was amazing added so many new exhibits absolutely one of the best places to spend the afternoon at, only problem was the sun and the heat but that's not the zoo's fault!😄

  • 5/5 Sara O. 3 years ago on Google
    We recently visited the Louisville Zoo for the evening lantern exhibit. There was much more to see than we expected. There were lanterns everywhere. The zoo did a really good job of spreading things out and making sure people could social distance. I like that they only sell a limited number of tickets to hold down on the crowd. Wait till it is really dark to go. The lanterns are much more impressive when the sun is completely down.

  • 5/5 Shianna K. 3 years ago on Google
    We love the Louisville Zoo!! Sucks a lot of things are closed and Halloween is all sold out but it's still a lot of fun and props are set up so you can do pictures and see them during the day!!

  • 5/5 Kenny B. 3 years ago on Google
    This was a great trip ! I spent some quality time with the grandkids and they loved it too !

  • 5/5 Kara K. 3 years ago on Google
    Its still a bit crazy in the world today. This was a nice escape. The zoo tries to provide a safe place and let the kids be. Yes you have to wait to go into each enclosure but no more than a minute.

  • 5/5 Sara Beth W. 3 years ago on Google
    Going in on a cold Monday morning, I started out pretty disappointed that after 15-20 minutes into the one-way loop around the park, I hadn't seen any animals! Between Covid and the cold, several exhibits were closed or empty. But eventually, I got to the good stuff - the seals and bears, big cats, and elephants. It takes about 2 hours to go around the whole loop, and I decided to do a quicker walk-through again to see if any extra animals had shown up and was able to see the fun penguins and see the tiger better. It was less crowded the second time around as well. Keep in mind, the dining options are very limited right now, when I was there, only one snack counter at the front and the African Outpost over halfway through were open, and the Outpost only had grab and go sandwiches and some hot soups available. The carousel is open but not the train or the tram. In all, I was able to see 36ish different animals and only 13 animals/sections (like the whole Herpaquarium) that weren't available. Here's what was closed when I went: the whole Asian section with the Tapir, Babirusa, Sumatran Tiger, Siamang, and Orangutan; a corner with the Island Pavilion (I'm not sure what's in there) and the Komodo Dragon; the HerpAquarium, the Metazoo was closed, not sure what that is either (I'm not local) and no stage show there; the lorikeet landing and walkabout; the Sea Eagle Aviary was closed but you could kinda see them from the outside; no shows for the seals; no pigmy hippos, naked mole rats, or lemurs. But I DID get to see: tons of tiny, noisy blue-black penguins (but only on my second go-round), black swans (not even sure they're a real exhibit!) plus ducks and turtles in the lake; a lynx I want to take home, two bald eagles, a cougar, a very cool maned wolf, a sloth in a bucket, a leopard, a flock/flamboyance of flamingos (at a distance - I think there may have been other birds in there too), there was a blue macaw but he stayed hidden, a llama-type guy (I couldn't see the sign), some type of sea birds? I spotted two, 2 harbour seals and a grey seal (or the other way around? - they are SUPER fun to watch and put on a show themselves), a HUGE brown bear, a polar bear, a snow leopard, a tiger, a silverback gorilla and some other apes (I'm not sure if they were all silverbacks, I guess so - they were all kept inside), 3 fat meerkats, 3 sleepy colobus monkeys (inside enclosure, not out and about), 3 zebras, 2 camels (no rides), 3 elephants including baby Fitz (all of which were getting training at the time, which was cool to see), 3 lions (1 male, 2 female), 4 types of exotic cattle (sorry, I forgot the names), 2 giraffe, 2 white vultures (plus a lot of Canada Geese) a sleepy rhinoceros, and 2 inquisitive warthogs. One of the greatest things about this zoo is how close you can get to the animals and feel how big they are! They often come right up to the glass or fence though they have big enclosures and can stay far away if they like. Also the styling of the place is great - it's very successful on theming, like a theme park would do, especially around the Glacier Run area with the seals and bears. I'll have to come back to see it in full force post covid and maybe in warmer weather. I'd love to see the pygmy hippos and ride the train! But my ticket, even with parking was only around $15 so I ended up more than happy with what I got out of it. Highly recommended!

  • 5/5 jason p. 3 years ago on Google
    Having a great time with Melissa Holcomb- McCraken Nikou!!

  • 3/5 Carrie M. 3 years ago on Google
    Went on a icy cold day and the penguins and polar bear were not out... Missed opportunity for cold weather animals.

  • 5/5 Matt J. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent Zoo!

  • 5/5 Jean C. 3 years ago on Google
    Cold outside today a lot of animals was out fun place

  • 1/5 Demetrius K. 3 years ago on Google
    Everything was closed. No animals were out

  • 3/5 Michael B. 3 years ago on Google
    Save your money and do not go when the temperature is below 50 degrees. Most of the exhibits were closed as it was about 40 degrees on our visit. We only got to see about half the animals. All vendors were closed, yet they still won't allow outside food or beverages to be brought in. They should have a sign or let people know before you buy tickets that half of the exhibits would be closed. A little disappointing.

  • 3/5 Cloe S. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice outdoors place

  • 3/5 Nick G. 3 years ago on Google
    Not the best zoo. The season pass is a solid deal.

  • 5/5 Debra R. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful day, and beautiful place to stroll and visit the animals. Reasonable Covid protocols in place.

  • 5/5 Kaileigh L. 3 years ago on Google
    I love taking my family here to get out of the house. Worth the drive and it's a little bit of a normal experience with the exception of masks and indoor exhibits being closed. We have gone once a month since they opened back up after the shut down. My children love it and we adults do as well.

  • 5/5 Walaa A. 3 years ago on Google
    One of my favorite places ever!!

  • 4/5 Josh B. 3 years ago on Google
    One of the best zoos we have ever been to and we have been to a bunch.

  • 5/5 Carol B. 3 years ago on Google
    I felt safe visiting the zoo.

  • 5/5 Denise K. 3 years ago on Google
    Clean

  • 5/5 Jared C. 3 years ago on Google
    Tons of Pokemon gyms and stops and the Baby elephant is adorable.

  • 5/5 Greg M. 3 years ago on Google
    Always good.

  • 5/5 Mallory M. 3 years ago on Google
    It's great in the winter

  • 5/5 Mari L. 3 years ago on Google
    Had a wonderful time.

  • 5/5 Lisa L. 3 years ago on Google
    Love!🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

  • 4/5 Cullen H. 3 years ago on Google
    so many animals to see! the prices though they were high but it was still fun

  • 4/5 Amanda B. 3 years ago on Google
    Not many animals out, but only running half capacity so it wasn't crowded.

  • 4/5 wade k. 3 years ago on Google
    Would have given 5 stars if we didn't have to pay for a wheelchair

  • 5/5 Travels and Animals with T. 3 years ago on Google
    Great Zoo, a lot of nice enclosures and friendly staff.

  • 4/5 Alphaplayz 3 years ago on Google
    It was really good but due to covid it restricted the amount of animals we could see, overall good experience.

  • 5/5 Charlotte D. 3 years ago on Google
    Today. The weather was perfect. Not alot of people. My granddaughter and I had a Wonderful time. Relaxing and peaceful day. Couldnt ask for anything more except not having the food places open.

  • 5/5 Carlos B. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice zoo

  • 4/5 Nathan B. 3 years ago on Google
    Pretty good zoo overall and lots of larger type animals. Only huge downside was none of their indoor exhibits (aquarium, meta zoo) were open due to insane covid restrictions that make no sense

  • 5/5 William M. 3 years ago on Google
    Very clean!! Friendly staff! Everything you expect when you go to a zoo!

  • 5/5 Benjamin C. 3 years ago on Google
    Covid-19 precautions we're better than expected. Mask was provided and I felt safe even without one due to ticketing policies and good area spacing. Great and safe activity during the Pandemic (and after 😉).

  • 5/5 Julie S. 3 years ago on Google
    Great family time and good exercise.

  • 5/5 Isaac K. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice place to visit!

  • 3/5 J M. 3 years ago on Google
    I guess they are doing the best that they can amidst the covid crisis. A lot of exhibits were closed though. Left feeling like I did not get my moneys worth out of it.

  • 3/5 Edward F. 3 years ago on Google
    Walkable nice zoo but many exhibits closed due to COVID. Sad to see several large animals such as polar bears in solitary enclosures.

  • 3/5 gail s. 3 years ago on Google
    I love the zoo. We went today. I ordered tickets online, to get there at 2:00. When we arrived , we find out the zoo closed at 3:00. We had until 4:00 to exit. When I ordered tickets online, it didn’t mention this. When we entered the zoo, it was all one way traffic. Anyway a lot of the exhibits were closed, or you couldn’t see the animals. We still had to pay full price. Seems they would slash the prices if they are going to slash the exhibits. I understand it’s mainly for the virus. My question is if they are closing exhibits. Why not close the gift shop, or places to get food. Anyway mostly had a good time with my family.

  • 1/5 AUNG A. 3 years ago on Google
    Animals are stressed and depressed

  • 1/5 Debbie S. 3 years ago on Google
    I understand we are in the middle of a pandemic, but really is it that hard to just clean up in there. The aquariums were so dirty, it was like looking through a fog. What a waste of money.. Sad!!!

  • 4/5 Stephan C. 3 years ago on Google
    Cool aquarium but small, you can see everything in close to an hour. If you live in the area it's nice to have the option of going there or Legoland when the weather isn't great.

  • 5/5 Ivan R. 3 years ago on Google
    On the expensive side because it is a small aquarium, but, very clean nice fishtanks and during COVID time they limit by "schedulled" tickets, good 30 minutes to spend with kids.

  • 3/5 Glenda R. 3 years ago on Google
    You only can go in once in the play area is closed the fish are great but the price is too high for the changes that has been made

  • 5/5 Ebony N. 3 years ago on Google
    My children loved every bit of this. The staff was great (gift shop guy has CS he needs to work on) but everything else was wonderful.

  • 5/5 David A. 3 years ago on Google
    Wonderful family experience! Fun and educational. Grandkids loved it!

  • 5/5 celeste e. 3 years ago on Google
    Really nice trip. The play area is closed but the kids still enjoyed the trip.

  • 4/5 Josh T. 3 years ago on Google
    Fun for the family. Great experience 👍 just go. Make sure to take your time.

  • 4/5 Guille 3 years ago on Google
    One way direction,i had a good experience.

  • 4/5 Courtney J. 3 years ago on Google
    It is a cute place to take your kids to. It takes maybe 30 to 45 minutes to walk through it and that was us taking our time. I personally think it is over priced but its worth seeing the kids face. The website needs some work it took forever to order my tickets and I couldn't use my promo code because it was online but yet they cannot promise you'll get in when you get there which is understandable. I would recommend going when all this covid 19 is done. There was alot of areas we missed out on because they were blocked off. Overall it was super cute.

  • 5/5 Julie C. 3 years ago on Google
    First time enjoying this adventure with my family, we all had a great time. The children will love this place.

  • 5/5 Sammie W. 3 years ago on Google
    my family and I have a great time here at, Sea Life!

  • 3/5 Christopher D. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice Aquarium to visit. A little on the small side, but a nice variety of fish to see. Stingray's were very active and fun to watch. Stopped in shortly after it opened and not to busy.

  • 4/5 vamsee k. 3 years ago on Google
    Kids will like this place, It will take around one hour of time.

  • 3/5 Trish H. 3 years ago on Google
    The aquarium itself is absolutely breathtaking but the web site is mis leading when you have to pick a time.. I was supposed to be there at 1:30 I waited in line for over 50 mins you guys need to do something about that

  • 4/5 TABBIKAT S. 3 years ago on Google
    Not bad, kind of pricey, for such a short experience...

  • 4/5 FLAARONI 3 years ago on Google
    The website needs to clarify that when you choose a time slot you don't get in at the time you choose. Waited in line for.almost an hour but other than that was worth the wait. Only wish the little tunnels were open screw you covid

  • 3/5 Joe B. 3 years ago on Google
    Waited well over an hour in line to get in. Tried to take our time going through but only took an hour. Definitely geared towards the younger kids.

  • 1/5 Paul M. 3 years ago on Google
    Been in line for an hour and had a scheduled time should he a heads up

  • 5/5 LeAnn N. 3 years ago on Google
    Second time here and still love it!!

  • 5/5 XxrosebudxX 1. 3 years ago on Google
    Fun! I wish the observation domes were open, but I understand why they are not

  • 5/5 justin r. 3 years ago on Google
    Really good place Very clean

  • 5/5 Kimberly S. 3 years ago on Google
    I have always loved taking my kids here over the years.

  • 5/5 Disneymomma 3 years ago on Google
    My son and I came for a day while we were in Louisville! We absolutely loved this zoo!! Definitely recommend!

  • 1/5 Ma A. 3 years ago on Google
    Not happy at all with this zoo. I was attacked by another visitor and nobody cared. I will never go back in my life. The zoo could care less and every worker was rude. None of my money will ever be spent here again.

  • 2/5 Robert J. 3 years ago on Google
    They should have told us before selling tickets that at lease half of animals could not be seen because of no indoor viewing like most zoo's have

  • 5/5 Karen S. 3 years ago on Google
    We went to see the a Asian lanterns, but got an extra treat as a lot of the animals were still out at 7:30pm. They seemed much more relaxed than you see during the day with all the crowds looking at them. And the lanterns were beautiful.

  • 4/5 Jessica 3 years ago on Google
    Most attractions were closed (due to covid), so at least it wasn't crowded. You need to purchase tickets in advanced too, in case you're thinking of going. The beignets were amazing! But don't try to get a cup of coffee, every place was either out or didn't serve it. When we finally found a place (that had coffee on their sign), they were all out.

  • 5/5 Kentucky K. 3 years ago on Google
    The Boo at the Zoo did an excellent job this year during the covid-19 concern. Selling limited amount of tickets per night made us feel safe to attend. Candy was great and packaged well. Also riding all the rides for admission price and not charging extra was a classy move 👏🏻

  • 5/5 Joe S. 3 years ago on Google
    Gotta relax? Come here...

  • 5/5 Calla Bjorklund J. 3 years ago on Google
    I've been to a lot of zoos in my life, but this is my absolute favourite one. I grew up going to the Bramble Park Zoo and loving every minute. It has got the greatest set-up. Instead of being on hot concrete like most zoos, this zoo (as the name suggests) is in a park. There are tons of trees and shade. It's not too big to be overwhelming, but certainly big enough to see lots of amazing animals. I love the work they do rehabilitating raptors!

  • 5/5 Ben B. 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome zoo! Very well laid out and so much to see and do! Every time I go through Watertown it's a stop I have to make!

  • 5/5 PAULA J. 3 years ago on Google
    Bramble Park Zoo provides families a place to learn, explore, and enjoy nature in the great city of Watertown. There is so much to discover!

  • 5/5 Brittoney S. 3 years ago on Google
    What a great experience going with no snow and the animals excited to see the kids!

  • 5/5 Jypsy 1. 4 years ago on Google
    I hate the fact that there are caged animals. I tried to look at the bright side, but I what I saw were filed klaws and teeth. Not impressed. When wings of birds are clipped to stay down on their knee. I thought of genocide. These were the memories.. you might be able to take the animal out of the instinct, but you will never take the instinct of the animal.

  • 5/5 Kaycei H. 3 years ago on Google
    Its a cute little zoo has nice variety of animals for the size of zoo that it is. Friendly staff and exhibits have easy spots for kids to view most all the animals.

  • 5/5 Elizabeth B. 3 years ago on Google
    I LOVE THIS

  • 5/5 Adam W. 3 years ago on Google
    Real nice zoo for a smaller town. They have two snow leopards so I may be biased

  • 5/5 Sammy G. 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome Zoo

  • 5/5 Lonnie O. 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome zoo🥰

  • 4/5 Aaron C. 3 years ago on Google
    Great variety of wildlife

  • 5/5 Alan D. 3 years ago on Google
    What an excellent ex0perience we had the day we visited. This is a very nice zoo and the animals were very active

  • 3/5 Keely E. 3 years ago on Google
    It was ok. Doesn’t have elephants, zebras, giraffes, or gorillas... so that’s a huge bummer. Prices are ok but not great considering the lack of animals.

  • 5/5 Joel B. 3 years ago on Google
    Great zoo with numerous animals that can be experienced up close! Very clean and well taken care of!

  • 4/5 eMmArEiHe 3 years ago on Google
    Lots of animals and running is the best part :D

  • 5/5 Phillip M. 3 years ago on Google
    Great experience for families for Watertown and surrounding communities. My family loves Bramblr Park Zoo. :-)

  • 4/5 Scandalous 1. 3 years ago on Google
    It was nice, but we came after it stormed so some exhibits were not open, cant wait to come back to give it 5 stars.

  • 5/5 Petra M. 3 years ago on Google
    It's a great zoo for a small town.

  • 5/5 John K. 3 years ago on Google
    It was a lot of fun

  • 5/5 Banjon L. 3 years ago on Google
    Such a fun place to get all the family out, walk around, and look at cute animals. The updated petting zoo is so nice and fun for the kidos

  • 4/5 Sandi S. 3 years ago on Google
    The monkeys are always great

  • 3/5 Shorty R. 3 years ago on Google
    Not a huge zoo. But the kids loved it.. we had a great time for a few hours

  • 4/5 Nadine P. 3 years ago on Google
    Enjoyed everything there. Keep growing. Need more animals. I enjoyed myself.

  • 5/5 Michaelle V. 3 years ago on Google
    Family fun day

  • 4/5 Amber M. 3 years ago on Google
    Fun and fast! Had a great time and doesn't eat up a whole day

  • 5/5 Garrett H. 3 years ago on Google
    Bramble Park Zoo is a nice way to spend a short afternoon. The grounds are kept very clean and the precautions taken for Covid-19 are done well. I'd reccomend if you're in the area and need a few hours filled. Took my family about two hours to slowly walk through it all.

  • 5/5 Jay S. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice zoo. Worth it to see it

  • 5/5 Martha J. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice zoo. Beautiful animals and exhibits.

  • 4/5 Meg P. 3 years ago on Google
    It was very clean and not too busy at all. Based on the size of the city it's located in I think it's a very nice zoo. It's not very big but it was fun to see the animals and my kids enjoyed it.

  • 5/5 Dennis L. 3 years ago on Google
    One on the best places to visit in watertown

  • 5/5 Denise L. 3 years ago on Google
    Best time of year to see all the animals! Babies, babies and more!

  • 4/5 Mel S. 3 years ago on Google
    Definitely a cute zoo... and you can show it’s coming from a small town. I personally wish that some of the exhibits were much larger... it’s frustrating to see some of the exhibits have such a small space compared to others. They really do have the potential to have a really good zoo... We came through during the corona, so we missed out on a few exhibits and any of the other demonstrations but that’s alright we’ll come another time. My only complaint of visiting during this health scare is that the penny press machine was in an area that was closed off. (So was the gift shop but that was something I wasn’t interested in anyways)

  • 4/5 joshua b. 3 years ago on Google
    It was fun and affordable

  • 5/5 Dana w. 3 years ago on Google
    It's an amazing zoo where kids can have fun

  • 5/5 Keith Lauder J. 3 years ago on Google
    Went to Bramble Park Zoo today for first time since maybe2000ish Was BLOWN away by it! Such imaginative designs in there exhibits and ALL of OUR creatures looked VERY content to me. Like 80 mi from Aberdeen.TAKE A WILD GUESS WHERE 95% of my once aimless solitary road trips are going to be to? Going back tomarrow as a matter of fact. HIGHLY recommend it! ❤🐻🐵

  • 5/5 Chris G. 3 years ago on Google
    Great zoo. Kept up very well. Constant cleaning and disinfecting. Thank you Bramble.

  • 3/5 Shelley H. 3 years ago on Google
    I was disappointed that so much of it was closed, the children's zoo and the play area !

  • 5/5 Mary N. 3 years ago on Google
    We always love visiting Bramble Park Zoo! Animals all seem well taken care of! Zoo staff is always kind and knowledgeable! Small zoo but up close encounter! Active animals!

  • 4/5 Colin T. 3 years ago on Google
    I love aquariums and I dont like zoo's. This did not change my mind. I thought the seals were stressed and having flamingos penned is wrong. I thought Madagascar was good but I didn't see any lemurs.

  • 4/5 Jennifer G. 3 years ago on Google
    Loved it!! Warning: NEVER go the week between Christmas and New Year's. It is not a good time if your not into crowds and people and kids constantly pushing you from behind to see what's ahead lol. But, we made the best of it and simply being able to see all of its wonders was awesome. Only exhibits we didn't see were the Planetarium (extra fee and got sold out by noon) and the one with the penguins(there was a show and it was crowded we couldn't get in). Can't wait to go back one day...

  • 5/5 Ashh M. 3 years ago on Google
    Bermuda Aquarium Museum and Zoo may appear to be full of fish and animals but, it is so much more. In 2026, it will be 100 years old and is one of the oldest aquariums in the world! They go above and beyond offering classes, camps, and field trips for children. Aid in numerous science research projects, ocean conservation projects, internships and scholarships for college students, and so much more. Cost: Adult $10, Senior Citizen $5, Child $5, children 5 and under are free.

  • 5/5 chris m. 3 years ago on Google
    This aquarium/zoo/museum is absolutely stunning. I love the fact that much of the attractions are outside, and in open air enclosures where you can really observe the animals up close. This was one of our 8 year old child's favorite days in Bermuda. Must visit

  • 5/5 T K. 3 years ago on Google
    Great combination facility. Very family orientated.

  • 5/5 Eli L. 3 years ago on Google
    Informative museum, great exhibits, clean facilities, and family friendly. The membership is worth it for a family if you plan to go more than twice.

  • 5/5 John M. 3 years ago on Google
    Small? No, i would say compact. During my short stay on the island, I enjoyed my visit to the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo. This compact Aquarium and Zoo combo was well laid out, well presented and highly informative. It was well worth the 90-minute visit during the tourist off-season of February.

  • 5/5 Damian S. 3 years ago on Google
    Yup I'm getting out more and more everyday for now on😊I like life itself I'm blessed

  • 5/5 Chris H. 3 years ago on Google
    Great trip

  • 3/5 Carl G. 3 years ago on Google
    Same old Aquarium. Nothing new after many years of visiting with my children. Just another outing and the flamingo exhibit still smells terrible..understandable though. Will visit again..

  • 5/5 kaim f. 3 years ago on Google
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  • 5/5 Joérika S. 3 years ago on Google
    My dream is to visit this place someday🥺❤️❤️🥰

  • 5/5 m l. 3 years ago on Google
    In my opinion this is the best attraction on the island, great exhibits in a natural setting, great for kids also, well done BAMZ !!

  • 5/5 Brandon C. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely experience.

  • 5/5 AvTom 3 years ago on Google
    Such a variety of animals and creatures! Wow!!!

  • 3/5 sahil c. 3 years ago on Google
    aquarium was amazing but the zoo was out of order but the staff was really helpful and was excellent in making sure that the aquarium was safe from this pandemic

  • 5/5 Cal's C. 3 years ago on Google
    Very informative, lots of great exhibits

  • 4/5 zezewka �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) In Omsk, the zoo is better (Original) В Омске зоопарк лучше

  • 5/5 Rahul R. 3 years ago on Google
    Rottnest Island, off the coast of Western #Australia, is approximately #antipodal to #Bermuda.

  • 5/5 Alrade m. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A very beautiful and wonderful place and a place in a beautiful island in my opinion that you should visit this place. Note I have not yet gone to this place. (Original) مكان جميل جدا ورائع ومكان في حزيرة جميلة في رائي ان تزور هدة المكان ملحوظة انا لم اذهب بعد لي هدة المكان 😂🚫❌❕

  • 5/5 Aldauddin A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Ali bhai (Original) Ali Bhai

  • 5/5 love p. 3 years ago on Google
    Stay home stay safe 😷😷

  • 5/5 David D. 3 years ago on Google
    😁

  • 5/5 I R F A N K H A N. 4 years ago on Google
    I love zoo

  • 5/5 Sedrick L. 4 years ago on Google
    Exciting stop for the kids! Nice!

  • 4/5 Kristin P. 4 years ago on Google
    Cute little aquarium.. love that they have animals roaming.

  • 4/5 Cameron P. 4 years ago on Google
    Came here once when I was about 11 years old ( 21 now) and all I can remember is a very small Monkey stealing my Almond chocolate bar.

  • 4/5 Ryan M. 4 years ago on Google
    This a is smaller aquarium. It has some cool little spots and a historical musem.

  • 4/5 Marek K. 4 years ago on Google
    If you are passing through this is a nice place to visit. It is more than just aquarium, it is a small Zoo and a museum. It is also one of the cheaper things to do on the island.

  • 5/5 Jacqui R. 4 years ago on Google
    Fabulous wee place - well laid out and such thoughtful enclosures you saw the animals in their natural habitat up close. A great couple of hours out and excellent value at $10 each. Highly recommended.

  • 5/5 Nelson H. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place to visit and the cafe serves as a fantastic break between the aquarium and the zoo!

  • 5/5 Gabrijel B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) glugluglu ... so cool! (Original) glugluglu...so cool!

  • 5/5 Gus P. 3 years ago on Google
    While the cold weather has many of the animals indoors and many of the exhibits closed, it was still well worth the trip. Planning our next one!

  • 1/5 Tim H. 3 years ago on Google
    90% of the exhibit was closed barely had any animals out and all the buildings was closed

  • 3/5 Primary S. 3 years ago on Google
    It seems perhaps that some consideration about zoning may be required for non-human vertebrates such as mammals, amphibians, birds, fishes, and reptiles- before feature at a mall... -Roy, Siegfried; that too _perhaps

  • 1/5 Kelly D. 3 years ago on Google
    Well we r to wear Mask you all dont enforce Mask not one employee was out to even tell who wasnt wearing mask ..i was shocked and not safe ....my grand baby had her mask on but theses ppl were werable to come in without Mask either a church group or they were dresses the whole family were rude and felt the need to spread germs with no mask ..i fault the Zoo

  • 5/5 Heather R. 3 years ago on Google
    We loved it

  • 5/5 Ryan H. 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome as always. Thank you Louisville Zoo for allowing us to come see you! 🦏

  • 3/5 Vince G. 3 years ago on Google
    My Only issue is the restrictions sucks not being able to see more animals

  • 5/5 Terry K. 3 years ago on Google
    We had talking to the giraffes and other animal "people"!😃

  • 2/5 Emily 3 years ago on Google
    I felt like most things were closed. I paid full price for tickets. Somehow covid prevents guest from entering building exhibits but they flush people through the gift shop with no issues hmmmm. I also paid 6 dollars to park online and then no parking attendants on site and no parking fee being charged. Minimal zoo employees/animal interactions. No shows. I basically paid 30 dollars for my son and I to walk a mile.

  • 5/5 Maria D. 3 years ago on Google
    They did a good job with Covid precautions.

  • 5/5 Kennah C. 3 years ago on Google
    The Louisville zoo is amazing. Love everything about it. 🥰

  • 5/5 Maggie N. 3 years ago on Google
    Family favorite! Support the Louisville Zoo!

  • 5/5 Taz S. 3 years ago on Google
    Due to Covid-19, this place was astonishing and surprisingly had a lot to offer even with the exhibitions closed which sucked but aye, it was able to give ppl and such as my family an amazing experience. Will have my visit again hopefully when all covid policies are clear so we can fully experience this beautiful place that holds God's creature's.

  • 5/5 Scott B. 3 years ago on Google
    Kids loved it.

  • 5/5 Jennifer Y. 3 years ago on Google
    We have been zoo members off and on for the last 5 or 6 years. My kids are now 8 and 5 and love outings to the zoo. They enjoy normal days there as well as after hours events. We live about an hour away but visit several times a year. There's a good variety of animals to see and the route around the zoo is easy to follow and doesn't require huge amounts of walking (I think it's about a mile). Currently with covid restrictions, masks are required inside buildings or when near other people not in your group. Nearly all the indoor exhibits are closed as well as many restaurants and other things. The splash pad and playgrounds are also favorite stops for my kids and they have been closed for the past year because of covid. On our most recent visit, it was a weekday morning during the school year following a day or 2 of rain. I only had my 5 year old with me and we were already in Louisville for another purpose, so we just stopped by for a brief visit. There were only about a dozen cars in the lot when we arrived at around 10 am. We only saw other zoo guests once or twice during our entire visit, so most of the time we didn't need to wear masks. With the buildings being closed and my 5 year old wanting to skip a few of the exhibits this time, we were done and on our way after about an hour and a half. When everything is open and we're stopping to see most of the exhibits, it takes us more like 3-4 hours. If doing splash pad or playgrounds and eating some lunch, it's another hour on top of that.

  • 5/5 Nicholas P. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent family trip! Members every year, or daughter loves it. They always do a great job with customer service and safety

  • 5/5 Mental H. 3 years ago on Google
    The people working here are really nice and the zoo is usually very clean.

  • 3/5 Dillon S. 3 years ago on Google
    A lot of clpsed habitats not enough animals

  • 2/5 Zoe G. 3 years ago on Google
    Not very impressed with this zoo. It seemed a lot of animals were in solitude and showing stress signs (panting, pacing back and forth, there was one polar bear that was alone in a small room with the door to the polar bear crossing closed, tiger was alone pacing back and forth panting) I also noticed some trash in some exhibits (I saw a child play phone and small flags in the eagle exhibit) This zoo is very sad in my opinion and makes me worry for the wellbeing of the animals.

  • 3/5 D V. 3 years ago on Google
    We to early. Not many animals out. Exhibits closed.

  • 5/5 David L. 3 years ago on Google
    Always a joy visiting. Even with Covid requirements.

  • 1/5 James B. 3 years ago on Google
    First time here and what a waste of time driving here... Will never return, this is all we saw throughout the park and maybe some loose squirrels and some birds.....All the animals are away because of Covid....

  • 5/5 kristy h. 3 years ago on Google
    We all had lots of fun

  • 1/5 angeldawn m. 3 years ago on Google
    There wasnt many animals out we only got to see 7 an thats not right

  • 5/5 Debbie s. 3 years ago on Google
    Great place for kids and adults!

  • 5/5 Tina T. 3 years ago on Google
    It was a good experience

  • 3/5 Adina H. 3 years ago on Google
    Most things are close due thr covid 😓

  • 5/5 aaron c. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing zoo and walk. Perfect weather today

  • 4/5 Trent L. 3 years ago on Google
    Good small zoo only problem is there are to many exhibits closed due to covid. They need to staff more people to let you in the rest of the exhibits.

  • 5/5 Kim S. 2 years ago on Google
    What an awesome zoo! So much fun! Always exciting! Animals are well cared for and love entertaining for the public! Very clean facility! Also has a great dinosaur exhibit....not sure how long this will be at the zoo!

  • 4/5 Susan S. 2 years ago on Google
    The wild lights exhibit was absolutely gorgeous I've never seen anything quite like it! We got there early to see the animals my only disappointment was that many of the animals were off display especially my favorite the elephants. But I was overcome by The majestic beauty of the polar bear which I didn't even know would be there. Mask wearing was forced throughout the park and it was not overcrowded on a weeknight.

  • 5/5 Sara P. 2 years ago on Google
    We have been to quite a few zoos and this one was one of our favorites! They had a great layout and animals seemed happy!

  • 5/5 Crystal P. 2 years ago on Google
    I love seeing all the animals especially the monkey 🐒🐵 they are my favorite and the koala bear 🐨🐨. My grandbabies enjoy going there is so peaceful 💝💝💝

  • 4/5 Vincent 2 years ago on Google
    Very nice zoo! Lots of animals you can see up close. Deducted 1 star because none of the snack bars were open. Maybe they're only open on weekends...

  • 5/5 Linda S. 1 year ago on Google
    Visited the zoo on April 7 on the first nice day of spring break. It was more crowded than usual but was a wonderful day at the zoo! The zoo is always great but even more magical in the spring. We loved it so much! It pays to be a season ticket holder to avoid the lines.

  • 5/5 Lauren W. 2 years ago on Google
    Awesome zoo, and I've been to zoos! Even in the cooler weather. That meant some animals weren't out, but most were! Even a few animals they had were rarer, and not at all of zoos. You can tell the zoo and its animals are very well taken care. Exhibits make the experience that much better and fun. Check out the snow leopards 🐆 and gorillas!!

  • 5/5 Tori C. 1 year ago on Google
    Probably my most favorite zoo I've been to. All the animals were active and appeared happy despite the not so great weather. My daughter got to see a snow leopard, which is her fave, and said it was the best day ever.

  • 5/5 Stacey I. 1 year ago on Google
    Such a fun day! Handmade Lanterns were all over the zoo. My kids found this as neat as the real animals. At night the zoo lights up the Lanterns for an amazing experience.

  • 5/5 Andrew M. 1 year ago on Google
    I went with some friends and their children (four and two) to the Wild Nights Light Show. It was a really nice time. The displays were great and the piped in music added to the ambiance. A few animals were out but they were t the reason we were there. Crowds were manageable. Watch out for the uphill treks, especially if you have little ones in a wagon or stroller. I’d recommend this event.

  • 4/5 Jennifer J. 1 year ago on Google
    We love this zoo just because of the animals. There is a nice variety and the exhibits are informative. We hate the hills!!! I would wear walking shoes, light clothes, hat and glasses. I would bring food and drink in a cooler, bottle for water (stations available to refill) and a spray bottle for water and a fan (little ones).

  • 5/5 Tonya T. 1 year ago on Google
    I had a great time. Lots of baby animals born here. That's exciting. They even have it where you can ride a camel and pet a wallaby. Loved Wanda she was so soft. Wished they would've had the splash part open cause it was a hot day and there's no air conditioning in any of the attraction areas. Just to let you know. Dress right for the weather otherwise you will be miserable as I was the day we went. Wasn't expecting it to be that hot and assumed some attractions would have some sort of air conditioning but nope no luck there. I've included some of the pics I took while I was there.

  • 5/5 Beth A. 10 months ago on Google
    Lots of great displays and different animals to see and learn about how efforts are being made to save them. I wish I could have attended their night show that is currently going on. You can scan and purchase a ticket as you enter. I found a $3 off coupon online. It was extra to ride the carousel but worth the money. A portion of your ticket goes to animal preservation.

  • 5/5 Nathan Van W. 9 months ago on Google
    Great zoo! The day we went was really nice, so most if the animals were out and about. There was also quite a few lego exhibits around the zoo.

  • 5/5 M O. 10 months ago on Google
    Absolutely loved our visit. You can do everything in one day, shade and spots to sit, water bottle refill stations, clean bathrooms, and picnic tables and play spaces throughout. Animals were all very active and the two that were sleeping/resting were doing so in a spot where you could still see them. Definitely recommend!! We are members in a different state so we didn't pay online and used reciprocity to save 50% off our admission which we did on site (no wait). They also charge $7 for parking.

  • 5/5 Sofia D. 8 months ago on Google
    PARKING: I bought a parking ticket online, and it was easy to find a spot. We didn't have to walk far. They have a parking lot. ADMISSION: I bought the tickets online. I paid around $20 per person (adult). I thought the price was decent. We went on a Friday afternoon, and there was no line to buy tickets. I could've bought the tickets in person. CLEANLINESS: I used the restrooms, and it was clean and had soap and papertowels. toilet paper and dryer. Also, each enclosure and section of the zoo are kept clean. FOOD/DRINKS: They had water stations by the bathroom where you can get filtered water. The alcoholic drinks are priced super high. We got a pink cone with dole ice cream. It was good and pretty for pictures. SHADE: It was hot. Some parts had shade but mostly expect to bring sunscreen, especially if you burn easily. They had buildings with air-conditioning. ANIMALS: I've been to plenty of zoos, and this zoo is the first zoo that I can tell animals are happy. They were active. Their enclosures are very clean. You can tell that they are healthy. I didn't smell any foul smell. Usually, the zoo stinks, but not this one. One orangutan even interacting with us! She was very curious and gave everyone that comes in signal to look inside their bags. Some animals were sleeping, and some were playing. They had things in their enclosure that kept them entertained. We got there around 2 or 3 p.m., and they don't close until 6 pm. But they stop serving food and drinks around 5 pm. I wished we got there in the morning. We didn't get to see everything. TL;DR Admission is decently priced. Animals are active. Plenty of parking. Food and drinks are priced high. They have water stations and the place is clean.

  • 5/5 Andrew L. 8 months ago on Google
    We had a great time with the kids, most of the big cats were hiding or sleeping and that's the only disappointment. Quick and easy to enter the park but food is really pricey so I'd suggest eating before or after you leave the park or leave to eat and re-ennter. Fun day overall.

  • 3/5 Andrew J. 8 months ago on Google
    It's a fine zoo. Some of the exhibits felt small or poorly made. For example, one of the snakes had painted foam instead of real rocks. There were also significant sections without animals. Seems mostly targeted at kids with a water play area and a jungle gym. They had games for the kids to play also. There was Lego art throughout the zoo, both sculptures and mosaics. A few exhibits had enrichment activities for the animals, like a pool of ice to cool down.

  • 5/5 Darla J. 7 months ago on Google
    This is a nice, clean zoo. The enclosures are done well. The animals have what they need, but you can still see them for the most part. The paths are wide and there are water refill stations. Lots for the kids to do -- splash pad, playground, tram, educational exhibits, etc, in addition to, as you would expect, animals.

  • 4/5 Michael M. 7 months ago on Google
    My daughter and I went to the Louisville Zoo today and we had a great time. It’s the first time she has been in a long time and she loved it. My only complaint is the ticket prices and charge for parking. There was nobody in the Zoo and the ticket prices were full price. Reduce the ticket prices on a Wednesday and ditch the parking for $8 please.

  • 5/5 Yinka A. 6 months ago on Google
    Amazing!! I was surprised to see that many animals in Louisville zoo. Be prepared to walk, walk and walk. They do have a shuttle golf cart and the trail is wheel chair accessible. It’s worth the money and I would visit again. It’s a must see if you have limited time.

  • 5/5 karla e. 5 months ago on Google
    Boo at the zoo was long trail w lots of props and characters. Took us 2 hours to complete we stopped for every photo prop. Loved the experience not showing my kid but few for an idea.

  • 5/5 connie b. 1 month ago on Google • 5 reviews New
    I'm a Zoo member. I enjoy walking . I come to the zoo several times a month to walk. I feel safe there and get to enjoy the animals. Always meet some nice people to talk to. Zoo staff very friendly.


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