Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

04/24/2007 Posted by cincimom

I grew up in Columbus in the 70's and 80's and saw Jack Hanna take the zoo from small and old to the great place it is today. We go back at least once a year to visit the zoo and my kids love it!!! It is hard to see it all in a day and be ready to walk a lot. The animals are in wonderful habitats and every year the exhibits get better. It is also a reasonable day for a family. You can pack a picnic and save on food. There are great places to sit and enjoy a picnic and relax. It is a great place to go anytime of the year and even on crowded days there is plenty of room to move around. The volunteers that are at the exhibits are a great resource and always have fun bits of information and are more than willing to answer questions. There are a lot of field trips in April and May, so it can get crowded with large groups.

08/19/2005 Posted by honeysuckle4

Maybe I missed somthing. I saw the whole park in 4 hours. I was ok. We could not see most of the amimals. train ride was boring. I saw one bear sleeping.

Pros: many cool off areas, not too crowded, food

Cons: sleeping animals, empty cages

08/15/2005 Posted by bkm91

It's a nice zoo with a lot of animals, but it is very large and you have to do quite a bit of walking. We could barely see the whole park in one day. Also, the exhibits aren't very naturalistic.

Pros: variety of animals

Cons: a lot of walking, very crowded

05/19/2003 Posted by columbusmama

The Columbus Zoo is a well-planned park with a wide variety of animals on display. Equally impressive is the attention to landscaping and architectural detail. There are plenty of spots to park the stroller for quiet naps or picnics in the shade. And plenty of hands-on activities to keep the busiest toddler in business. But, if you really want to see the Rhino, do it before hitting the "Stings Wings 'n Playthings" playground (most kids don't want to leave it). Don't miss Discovery Reef Aquarium. Kids can't get enough of the fish, sharks and rays. It is a terrific place for nursing mothers too (who can sit in the dark back row undisturbed). Rides and attractions are reasonable. $1 gets you a ride on the "train" or a spin on the beautifully restored carousel. Wear really comfortable shoes.

Pros: Discovery Reef, Congo, Asia

Cons: Trek from Parking Lot

11/11/2002 Posted by howdy123

The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is awesome! It has a ice-skating rink and lots of animals and dun things to do....its awesome!

Pros: Awesome animals

08/08/2002 Posted by Aquarius2678

My husband and I go to the zoo at least twice a year. We go in the summer for our company picnic and again in the winter for Zoo Lights. It is always a fun time and the price is right. The Columbus Zoo is my favorite among all the zoos I have visited.

Pros: Cheap Admission, Variety of Activities

08/08/2002 Posted by tbooth2002

Visit this place anytime of the year. It's incredible. You will have a great time.

08/02/2002 Posted by mslockley

One of the best zoo's in the nation. A great place for the family that doesn't cost an arm and a leg to get into and everyone can enjoy.

07/26/2002 Posted by KelleyJo

Our family, my husband 2 boys ages 10 & 5, and I love going to the Columbus Zoo, we've gone almost every year. They always have new attractions and seem to be constantly bettering the habitats of the animals. Wonderful place for the kids to learn & play. Oh, they also have a pretty cool playground. Also very stroller and wagon friendly ;) Don't forget to visit during the holidays, the lights are spectacular, but a tad crowded. Prepare to wait in traffic a while.

07/24/2002 Posted by 58DCOWENS

Columbus ZOO is by far an attraction not to be missed. Fun for all ages and a great stress reief for those who can use a break! Image of a Great Zoo and a Great Promoter in Mr. Hanna, Columbus Zoo STANDS TALL!

Pros: Eye Appeal, Organized, Modern

Cons: Traffic pattern