Houston Zoo

(713) 533-6500

1513 N MacGregor Dr
Houston, TX 77030 29.7106 -95.3915

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Houston Zoo

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Facts – When a bison named Earl was given to Houston in 1920, it unwittingly became the city's first zoo animal. Others followed: secondhand circus animals, unwanted exotic pets and an elephant. The boundaries of the park comprised 30 acres in 1925; today, it has an additional 25 acres and houses more than 5,000 animals. – – Features – The facilities include a tropical bird exhibit, the large and small cat houses, an extensive collection of reptiles (including an albino alligator), the Wortham World of Primates, a two-acre rain forest and natural habitat, and the…

2 Star Rating: Below Average

09/17/07

Could have been better

by frank02

After going to other Zoos in the country the Houston Zoo really was not what I expected. The whole zoo just looked like it needed a lot of work. The area was kind of dirty and many of the animals had been moved to another exhibit. The children's zoo was closed altho im sure it probably was not all that. The staff is very friendly and know all your questions so that really did help. The park outside the zoon and the area the zoo is in is really fun. It is a great place to have a picnic and spend some time with your family. The zoo itself really did make you wish for more. If you have never been to a zoo before then this is a good zoo but once you have seen better it makes you wish the Houston zoo had worked a little harder.

  • Pros: nice staff, parks are nice
  • Cons: Price, dirty, parking
4 Star Rating: Recommended

07/31/07

Love it!

by moomoo07

I love the Houston zoo! The last time I visited, I had my grandsons, ages 7 & 8 now. They had a blast!. I think we saw every animal and attraction in the park. We even had a picnic there; just don't feed the birds. If you don't feed them, they won't come.

I particularly don't buy the food because of expense, but nevertheless, the Houston zoo is a great place to spend time with family friends or meet new friends.

  • Pros: Children friendly
  • Cons: The heat and humidy
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

10/28/05

Great Fun

by parlangua

Right here in town, no long drives, and a beautiful place. The trees and grounds are lovely, the animals are fun, and the collection is quite interesting. No long lines, enthusiastic staff, and the animals are clearly well cared for.

  • Pros: No lines, Pretty setting, Convenient
  • Cons: Restrooms, Parking

The Details on Houston Zoo

Save Money:

The Houston Zoo offers free admission on Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day and the day after Thanksgiving.

Know Before You Go:

Make sure to check the times for the daily sea lion demonstrations.

The Extras:

Children under the age of 2 are always free.

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