Jacksonville Florida Zoo

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens    

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This 73-acre park is the only zoo in Florida's northeast. With over 2000 animals and 1000 plants, Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is 1 of only 7 zoos in the …

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Jan 19, 2025
A great way to spend your afternoon! We were lucky and a lot of the animals were out and about. It was fun to walk around and see everything. Full review by 418amandaa
Jan 15, 2025
We are members of the San Diego Zoo, an obvious 5 out of 5 and the Buffalo Zoo, probably 3.5. I thought the Jacksonville zoo was comparable to the Buffalo zoo but a step below. My wife rated it a ste… Full review by luv2travel076
Jan 5, 2025
We enjoyed our morning at the Jacksonville Zoo—it was our first time visiting, as we are new to the area. Parking was easy and free. Getting our tickets was also easy. As first timers, I will start b… Full review by CarrieD1979
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The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is a destination that offers visitors an opportunity to explore an impressive collection of wildlife an…
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Visit white rhinos, crocodiles, lions and more as you survey the African exhibits among others at the Jacksonville Zoo. A boardwalk allows visit…
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The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is a zoo located in Jacksonville. It sits at the mouth of the Trout River. The zoo occupies approximat…
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The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, located in Jacksonville, Florida, sits at the mouth of the Trout River, near where it flows into the St. Jo…
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What are the air conditioned areas at this zoo? Wife is pregnant and very sensitive to heat and is trying to get a sense of …
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What are the air conditioned areas at this zoo? Wife is pregnant and very sensitive to heat and is trying to get a sense of how easy it is to cool off
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I do not recall there being many air-conditioned places at the zoo. There is some dining space with a/c and I think the inside exhibits (snakes and such) have a/c. DEFINITELY buy the …
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I do not recall there being many air-conditioned places at the zoo. There is some dining space with a/c and I think the inside exhibits (snakes and such) have a/c. DEFINITELY buy the train package, but you might want to contact the zoo directly.
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Answer by David G · Aug 7, 2024
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Membership for seniors
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We are not from Jacksonville or daughter is so we were only visiting so I don't know but the website is pretty good at answering. Any questions you can look and see if they …
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We are not from Jacksonville or daughter is so we were only visiting so I don't know but the website is pretty good at answering. Any questions you can look and see if they have senior. We had a reciprocal zoo membership so we got him for a discount
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Answer by Lou H · Sep 27, 2023
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What is the current price for kids and adults? Are there any discounts for first responders/families?
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Military, Teachers and First Responders' entry fees are discounted by 10% their price range is $32.95 to 37.95
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What is the latest time I can purchase my tickets?
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Day-of ticket sales close at 4:00 p.m. This includes combo tickets for Special Events, like Colors of the Wild.
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There is a gift shop within the zoo area
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Magic shows are also organized in the tiger park
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The zoo also hosts various interactive and educative events and conservation programs
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The event will be held in the main parking lot of the jacksonville zoo and gardens and is free to the public
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Since most of the exhibits are outside, reviewers advised wearing sunscreen and a hat
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For a great overview of the zoo, take the train, which costs $4 for adults and $2 for children 3 to 12
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You can also book experiences such as tours, keeper demos, and getting up close with the animals
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Jacksonville is a convenient day-trip destination and features many family-friendly attractions
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If you are wondering what to do in jacksonville with kids, this is a great place to visit
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The exhibit is primarily viewed from an elevated walkway giving guests a bird's eye view of the animals
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Is home to exhibits and attractions that display more than 2,000 exotic animals and 1,500 plant species
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A magnificent botanical garden nicely rounds off the visit
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Children of all ages are welcome to brush the adorable pygmy goats in the animal care yard
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A boardwalk allows visitors to observe elephants and giraffes
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There's an elevated viewing platform that brings you face to nose with giraffes
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The elephant plaza offers a perfect view of the african elephants of the zoo
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Other exciting features include the Giraffe Outlook, Stingray Bay, and the Range of the Jaguar
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