Hidden gems - Zoos in Columbus, United States not to miss (Updated May, 2024)

Hidden gems: Zoos in Columbus

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Columbus. This list contains 29 places from Zoo category.

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Adventure Cove

Zoo

👍👍 I have never experience any seal exhibit like this one. They have an underwater walk through aquarium and the seals were very active and curious. Above deck the trainers were working with the seals and feeding them. They were barking and splashing and enjoying themselves. Probably one of my favorite...

5.00 (9 reviews) (~23.59 km from centre)

Rosebrough Tiger Passage

Zoo

👍👍 This tiger enclosure is absolutely amazing. Three distinct areas for the tigers enrichment. Get close and personal at the viewing windows, or just take in these beautiful animals as you walk through the exhibit. Keep an eye overhead as their bridges cross above.

5.00 (8 reviews) (~197.51 km from centre)

Asia Quest

Zoo

5.00 (6 reviews) (~24.02 km from centre)

Congo Expedition

Zoo

👍👍 Someone did a good job with their habitat! These creatures are amazing and this was one of my favorite parts of the visit, as well as the kids. He was looking at me looking at him....wow! They also did a slightly unpleasant thing to see, like eating hay and spitting it out just to eat it again, but,...

4.90 (80 reviews) (~23.91 km from centre)

Indiana Family Farm-Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo

Zoo

👍👍 Wonderful day and amazing staff. Gift Shop was so friendly and knowledgeable. Wonder zoo.

4.90 (68 reviews) (~222.04 km from centre)

Giraffe Ridge

Zoo

👍👍 Always a great time! Especially when you get to feed the Giraffes.

4.90 (24 reviews) (~158 km from centre)

Shores & Aquarium

Zoo

👍👍 Linda and I finally had the opportunity to visit the "new" (after 2 years) the new walk-through aquarium tanks; of which there are 3 connecting tanks. Only 1 was open on the 20th of September. A Sea Lion playfully darted around a huge rock inside. One tank takes the observer under the pass-over c...

4.90 (21 reviews) (~23.97 km from centre)

Pony Time Ranch & Mobile Petting Zoo

Zoo

👍👍 Keith and his granddaughter truly made our day. They brought tons of animals to my daughter's 7th birthday. They brought a variety of animals. Gave pony rides. Was able to hold the chickens and ducks. Keith and Maddie were very interactive with the kids. They were even planning on coming rain or shi...

4.90 (20 reviews) (~241.8 km from centre)

Sumatran Tiger Enclosure

Zoo

👍👍 Wonderful attraction for the kids. Videos of here are coming soon and can be seen at #The Education Tv Station on YouTube

4.90 (9 reviews) (~221.96 km from centre)

Ararat Ridge Zoo

Zoo

👍 This zoo is attached to the Ark Encounter They have camel rides for the kids and a few exhibits. Just the right size after walking the huge ark.

4.80 (111 reviews) (~202.44 km from centre)

Family Traditions Animal Adventure

Zoo

👍👍 This Mom & Pop place is a hidden gem. The staff was so nice even relaxing around the property to just talk to the visitors. Not once were we rushed to move onto the next animal. The animals are very people friendly too... some even posing for the camera. We are definitely going back.

4.80 (105 reviews) (~129.46 km from centre)

Reptile House

Zoo

👍👍 Great place to walk and look! It's a zoo so wear comfortable shoes and clothes.

4.80 (38 reviews) (~23.96 km from centre)

Horsefeathers Farm

Zoo

👍👍 We enjoyed the open house after following Bob and his adventures in nature on Facebook for years. Very cool place!

4.80 (27 reviews) (~104.45 km from centre)

Elephant Reserve

Zoo

👍👍 It was a hot day and it was fun watching an elephant push dirt on his back to cool. Plus they had someone telling us about the exhibit. The elephants were out and about. They also had hay up high so they could reach up and pull it down to eat! It was beautiful and interesting to watch! Beautiful enc...

4.80 (18 reviews) (~158.06 km from centre)

North America

Zoo

👍👍 not the real north america

4.80 (5 reviews) (~23.89 km from centre)

Zoo Auditorium

Zoo

😐 Overall decent experience, I may have just gone during dead hours. No food stations open, animals kinda hiding but when they were out it was very nice.

4.70 (126 reviews) (~197.5 km from centre)

Hippoquarium

Zoo

👍👍 The hippos are well loved and cared for! They never disappoint!!!!

4.70 (116 reviews) (~190.72 km from centre)

Sumatran Orangatan

Zoo

👍👍 The orangutans were a lot bigger than I thought they would be. The enclosure was nice because the tree limbs were at eye level so you could see the orangutans close up. I also listened to the presentation given by the zoo staff. It was very well done.

4.70 (70 reviews) (~221.93 km from centre)

Australian Adventure

Zoo

👍👍 The zoo is always a fun way to spend a Sunday. Even better when it's the company picnic.

4.70 (65 reviews) (~222.16 km from centre)

Manatee Coast

Zoo

👍👍 This exhibition is truly well thought out. It gives sensory kids options and some respite from the noise and chaos.

4.70 (65 reviews) (~24.05 km from centre)

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Hidden gems: Zoos in Columbus, United States