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Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens

370 Zoo Pkwy, Jacksonville, FL 32218
904 757 4463
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Ranked #7 of 77 attractions in Jacksonville
Type: Zoos
Activities: Viewing wildlife, Walking
Description: This 73-acre park is the only zoo in Florida's northeast.
Useful Information: Activities for older children
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Genoa, Ohio
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2013 NEW

When we first arrived we glanced at the map and noticed how small the zoo appeared. It was indeed smaller but they did a great job of including lots of animals. I also think the zoo did a great job of making it very stroller friendly...not too many steep hills, wide paths, exhibits that were able to be enjoyed from... More

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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21 reviews 21 reviews
8 attraction reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

Coming from Minnesota, it was really fun to visit a zoo in Florida - and we were able to use our Minnesota zoo pass for a significant discount! The outside enclosures and different species of animals were fun to experience. The kangaroos and the hands-on bird encounter were cool. It's also a fairly small zoo so it can be easily... More

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Florida
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

The walkways are either paved or boardwalks. There are three walk-through aviaries which allow good photo opportunities along with shooting from the boardwalks.

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Savannah, Georgia
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4 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

We had family in town and drove from Savannah to Jacksonville to take my 3 year old to this zoo. He was absolutely wowed by the current dinosaur exhibit! We purchased the value tickets and it was just right for us. The train takes you and drops you off on the other side to walk around. They have a good... More

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Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, United States
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

There are some reviews that state they have seen better. While that may be true keep in mind this is Jacksonville. Though it is a large city land wise they don't have some of the budgets that the large ones do. With that said it is a great zoo. I take my family many times throughout the year and you... More

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Saint Augustine, FL
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28 reviews 28 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

The Jacksonville Zoo has really tried to put the anmals in large natural looking enclosures. There are areas where you can walk above the animals and see them roaming freely below. They have a great interactive area where you can feed Giraffes or touch Sting Rays. They have expanded the Children's area with play areas and water areas. The grounds... More

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Otis, Oregon, United States
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8 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Great place for a family to spend the day! Best part was the special Dino tracks exhibit. Worth every penny!

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Florida, USA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

The zoo is large and beautifully landscaped. There are lots of different animals to see. The zoo has different additional attractions throughout the year. Currently they have animatronic dinosaurs spread along a trail in the woods.

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Florida
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49 reviews 49 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

The zoo in Jacksonville was below our expectations. While there are quite a few animals, there were nearly no docents to answer questions. While the plantings along the paths were very nice, the cages in many cases seemed smaller than they ought to be, old and a bit uncared for. Animal presentation was far below flora presentation. Perhaps the most... More

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Palm Coast, Florida
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

Spent the day at this great attraction with my 20 month old great grandchild. Plenty places for food and at resonable price. All the bathrooms were well kept and clean. Parking is free, with plenty of room. A great place to visit for all ages.There is a lot of walking, so be prepared. Best to get the upgraded ticket to... More

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