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The Calgary Zoo

1300 Zoo Rd NE, Calgary, Alberta T2E 7V6, Canada
403 232 9300
Ranked #6 of 167 attractions in Calgary
4.5 of 5 stars 253 Reviews
Type: Zoos, Parks, Gardens
Activities: Viewing foliage, Viewing wildlife
Owner description: This zoo is home to over 1,000 animals from all over the world, as well as to nearly 6 acres of Botanical Gardens and a Prehistoric Park for dinosaur...... more » Owner description: This zoo is home to over 1,000 animals from all over the world, as well as to nearly 6 acres of Botanical Gardens and a Prehistoric Park for dinosaur lovers. Open year round, it is never the same trip twice! Penguin Plunge opens February of 2012! « less
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Edmonton, Canada
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012 NEW

the zoo was alright i suppose. busy, muddy, somewhat overrated. and the penguin exhibit had like a two hour wait. didn't feel like waiting around outside to see them. maybe i'll go again, but maybe not. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

We didn't intend to visit the zoo, we ventured to Calgary in the hope of getting into the comic con but it was not to be...so rather disappointedly,we went in search of the zoo. What a surprise...the zoo was lovely,clean and tidy,the animals looked very healthy and active,the peacocks strutting around the zoo were a revelation- I didn't realize they... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

I spent 3 days in Calgary with my 20 month grandson while his mother was in courses. I knew we could not shop so we went to the zoo everyday. Discounts for the zoo are available online and at many hotels. The hotel we were staying at offered a 25% off gate admission. The animals were in great condition and... More

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Calgary, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

They do their best to give the animals the most natural setting possible. Always developing more appropriate settings. You could spend days wandering through the exhibits. More

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Calgary, Canada
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

If it is nice outside then take the day and enjoy yourself at the zoo! There are so many great pictures that you can take and soon enough you will find that your whole day has disappeared into the wild! More

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Calgary, Canada
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

A must for families. Tire out the kids, educate them a little in the process and have fun yourselves. More

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Ottawa, Canada
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012
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We spent a few hours here and only visited the African, South American and Eurasia areas. We didn't get a chance to see the Canadian areas or the penguins. My son had a blast in the playground too! More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

Always a hit with the kids and adults alike. Nice park great way to spend some family time! More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012
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The only reason I didn't give this a 5 star was because I'm not crazy about zoos of any kind. Having said that, I must admit I used to bring my kids here when they were little. The animals seem to have a lot of space and are well cared for. A little known secret - Always prepurchase your tickets... More

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Edmonton Alberta Canada
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34 reviews 34 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012
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Not just a typical Zoo but a Zoo with Dinos roaming about in their own area. I have always found the Calgary Zoo a treat to visit when I come in for a visit into Calgary. Near the heart of downtown Calgary an easy place to visit via their C Train system. More

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