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Global Wildlife Center — Petting Zoos in New Orleans

Global Wildlife Center

4.7(2,917)4.7 out of 5 stars, 2917 reviews New Orleans, LA

About Global Wildlife Center

The Global Wildlife Center offers a unique interactive experience with a variety of animals in a safe, family-friendly environment. Parents appreciate the knowledgeable staff and the opportunity for hands-on animal interactions, making it a memorable outing for all ages.

What parents should know

Summarized from real visitor reviews.

Best for: Families looking for a fun, educational outing.Children who love animals and hands-on experiences.Infants (6 weeks old) to seniors (60 years old) can enjoy the experience.

Why families love it

  • Knowledgeable and friendly staff who provide thorough explanations.
  • Opportunity to feed and pet animals, including large giraffes.
  • Private tours available for a more personalized experience.
  • Open-air vehicle tours through free-roaming wildlife.
  • Gift shop with a variety of interesting items.
  • Interactive animal feeding and petting.

Insider tips

  • Visit early in the morning for more animal interactions.
  • Consider a private tour for a more engaging experience.

Good to know before you go

  • Busy times in the evening if looking for more interaction.
  • Weather can impact the experience, but staff are flexible.
  • Some parents might prefer less crowded times for better interaction.
Crowds
Less crowded in the morning, busier in the evening.
Value
Pricing details were not explicitly mentioned, but the value is seen in the unique experiences and interactions compared to traditional zoos.
Food
No specific food or drink policies mentioned in the reviews.
Accessibility
The reviews did not mention specific accommodations for special needs.
Safety
Safety measures are in place during animal interactions.

What parents say

Mobarak Abdelghani
5.05.0 out of 5 stars
"We came here for new years and we seen several animals such as those in the pictures that I posted. During the tour they had a nice lady explaining everything thoroughly and an expert along her side as we fed the animals keeping everything safe. The manager was helpful bringing the larger giraffes that are around somewhat 33 years old closer to us and we were able to pet his huge head. On the way out we visited the gift shop with so many different cool stuff. Everyone had a blast and we would love to visit again."

4 months ago

Beli R
5.05.0 out of 5 stars
"Has improved so much since coming here years ago. This is such a fun activity for the whole family. Our group included ages 6wks - 60yrs, and everyone had a great time."

a week ago

Clayton Breese
5.05.0 out of 5 stars
"I am very happy to have visited this place again after 10+years. The private tour is a must. The family boarded the back of a open air covered vehicle for a drive around the acres of free roaming global wildlife. The driver was super knowledgeable providing lots of information about the different species and answering any of our questions. She provided ample time to feed the animals and do the giraffe painting. I am so thankful for the centers flexibility with the weather as there was lightening in the forecast"

a month ago

Reviews sourced from public Google data.