Nationally acclaimed Fort Worth zoo is a pioneer in using natural habitats to showcase animals. Exotic animals are kept out of cages and left to freely roam in a natural environment. On most occasions, visitors are separated from the residents by only a river or a waterfall! Special exhibits include the world of primates, African Savannah, Asian falls and Texas wild. An onsite restaurant serves...
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Tame the wild child in everyone with a visit to the Fort Worth Zoo . Easy to navigate, with interesting exhibits and mostly-shaded pathways, the zoo provides a fun and educational setting for all ages. In addition to the zoo exhibits, facilities are available for birthday parties for kids ages four to 12 on Saturdays throughout the year. The party package includes a Wild Wonders animal...
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The oldest continuous zoo site in Texas, the Fort Worth Zoo was founded in 1909 with one lion, two bear cubs, an alligator, a coyote, a peacock and a few rabbits. From these humble beginnings, the Zoo has grown into a nationally ranked facility, housing more than 350 native and exotic species. The Zoo works to strengthen the bond between humans and the environment by promoting responsible...
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Plan an overnight stay and choose from a Safari theme or a Texas Wildlife theme at $45 per participant. Or choose a deluxe plan with both themes for $50.
"Fast food" is available on-site, as well as plenty of picnic tables if you bring your own. And the Zoo offers half-price admission on Wednesdays throughout the year!
In Short Founded in 1909, the Fort Worth Zoo is the oldest continuous zoo site in Texas. The collections include more than 350 native and exotic species. Highlighting the zoo's wide range of exhibits are the Asian Falls: elephants, rhinos and rare giraffes in an African savannah setting. Other animals include cheetahs, raptors, komodo dragons and koala bears. The Texas Wild! exhibit...
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Posted by Contributor
on April 21, 2009, (Edited January 27, 2005)
not such a good zoo because there is always animal poop on the ground or the zoo smells like monkeys in a garbage can. it's only good to see animals and pet them....
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Posted by Citysearch User
on April 21, 2009, (Edited November 06, 2007)
This was a fabulous zoo! We have gone twice this summer and still haven't seen the entire park (the second time we were rained out). I love the exhibits. The tiger exhibit is amazing!!! The waterfalls throughout the park are beautiful. I took an awesome photo of the tiger sitting on the edge of a waterfall. It's breathtaking! It's so easy to see the animals. The exhibits are set up in a...
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Posted by Citysearch User
on April 21, 2009, (Edited August 28, 2006)
Fort Worth Zoo has always been rated one of the top zoos. They have a lot of breeding programs and try to help the animals - not just put them on display. It is a large zoo that is grouped into areas that they are found in the wild. The zoo flows very well and you can make it from the start to the end in a couple hours. The prices are very very good considering how good the zoo is. There...
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Posted by Citysearch User
on April 21, 2009, (Edited November 29, 2005)