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Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

3400 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45220-1399
513-281-4700
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Ranked #1 of 16 activities in Cincinnati
Type: Zoos, Gardens
Owner description: This second oldest zoo in the U.S., considered one of the best in the country, is most renowned for its endangered species and birthing programs,... more » Owner description: This second oldest zoo in the U.S., considered one of the best in the country, is most renowned for its endangered species and birthing programs, particularly for gorillas and white tigers, and has a wonderful collection of felines and a delightful manatees exhibit. « less
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Cincinnati, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

One of the best I've even been too. I highly recommend spending the day at this zoo. Just be sure to check the feeding and show time as soon as you get there so you don't miss any of the cool animals. Certain animals only at certain times.

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Covington, Kentucky
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

We enjoyed a beautiful day at the zoo, especially the zoo babies. We were disappointed that the "Feed the Lorikeets" was closed and there were only two times to see the cheetahs. But there are so many animals to see so it was well worth it.

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Williamson, West Virginia, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

This was my son's first trip to the zoo and he loved it. The train ride was great and was my son's favorite part of the whole zoo. The layout of the zoo was great and all the animals were able to be seen.

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Cincinnati Oh
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

This zoo is a tremendous way to spend the day. So much to see! Great family fun. I highly recommend it.

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Batavia, Ohio, United States
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

went to zoo on mothers day huge huge crowd of people line to get in went petty quick was disappointed their was a lot of animals not on display a lot of the display pins just looked old run down everything seemed over grown had to move a little sapling to see white lions ended up hitting another lady making... More

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Salt Lake City, Utah
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

I've been to quite a few zoos and this is a good one. We went with our 2 small kids while in town. Try to get there early, it is busy and big. Give yourself enough time to see it all

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Monroe, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

The Cincinnati Zoo is a hidden wonderland that is otherwise situated in a not so pleasant part of Cincinnati. It was established in 1873 and has been modernized with solar covered parking, pedestrian bridges so parking and walking into the zoo doesn't interfere with traffic. The park is very clean and there are plenty of staff members cleaning the park... More

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Florence, Kentucky
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Went to the zoo with my grandson. He loved it! The flowers were so pretty. The zoo babies were out. So cute! Gladys, the baby gorilla, was adorable. We ate in the cafeteria and we had the chicken salad and pizza. Very good. We rode the train, whick was a nice little ride around the zoo. Lots of walking, of... More

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Sioux Falls, South Dakota
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

So all Zoos are just great. This one is a little hilly and can get tiring for those pushing strollers but I suggest calling ahead and finding what time the feed the Manatees... it is usually around 2pm. Plan to take your break there. It is an air conditioned manatee house with benches and its is so entertaining to watch... More

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Cincinnati, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

This was the first time I've ever gone to the "Zoo Blooms" event. I met a group there for a photo club outing. Got a lot of great pics. The zoo had planted tons of tulips and flowers EVERYWHERE! It was absolutely BEAUTIFUL! Assorted colors. We went early enough so we could also get great pictures of the flowers and... More

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