Fort Worth Zoo
4.6(14,761)4.6 out of 5 stars, 14761 reviews Fort Worth, TX
About Fort Worth Zoo
The Fort Worth Zoo offers an expansive, immersive experience with a diverse range of animals, exceptional staff, and ample amenities, making it a top choice for family outings.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families looking for a full day of activitiesPhotography enthusiasts wanting close-up animal shotsParents seeking educational experiences for their childrenToddlers (2-4 years): Enjoy the carousel and animal viewingChildren (5-12 years): Engage with interactive exhibits and giraffe feeding
Why families love it
- 7000 different types of animals
- Well-maintained, spacious layout
- Exceptional staff passionate about animal care
- Multiple food options including Kona ice stands
- Giraffe feeding experience for $6
- Multiple shaded areas for relaxation
Insider tips
- Bring strollers or wagons for young children
- Wear comfortable walking shoes
- Purchase tickets online for potential savings
- Plan to arrive at opening for a full day experience
Good to know before you go
- Visiting during peak hours on weekends or holidays when crowds are larger
- Parking is far from the entrance
- No shuttle service available
- Long walking distances may tire young children and seniors
- Crowds
- Can get busy during weekends and holidays, especially around popular attractions like the carousel
- Value
- Regular admission is reasonably priced, with additional costs for experiences like giraffe feeding ($6). Online ticket purchases may offer discounts. Expect to spend on food and drinks at various stands.
- Food
- Drinks purchased at stands do not include straws or lids for animal safety
- Accessibility
- Ramps available throughout the zoo for easy access
- Safety
- Staff trained in animal care and visitor safety
What parents say
"Ft. Worth Zoo is one the best zoos in the US. We had a great day. It's a huge, well maintained zoo with 7000 different types of animals. There are plenty of restaurants, restrooms, and shaded areas to relax and take your time exploring the park."
a week ago
"Loved this zoo so much. Kids had a great time. Everything is spacious, lots of room for viewing all the animals. Did not have to wait long for carousel nor train. The only negative is how far we were forced to park. Walking throughout the zoo took about 4 hours. Then walking back to our vehicle took maybe 15 or longer. Which really sucked for my 70year old father and my toddler. Whom both were pretty tired as it was. They do not offer shuttle service to and from."
a month ago
"Back again! This is our second trip this time with our newest addition, and once again it was a hit!! The zoo is absolutely massive, so bring your strollers/wagons, and your best walking shoes! The price isn’t too crazy, we came at opening and was totally rushing through the last part of the park before closing, so I think price wise it’s definitely worth it! I would recommend buying tickets online & check out the dates first, some days are cheaper than others! The park is fully accessible, ramps everywhere for those in need of them! There are restrooms all around, and cafe & food stands thro"
a month ago
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