Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
4.6(19,703)4.6 out of 5 stars, 19703 reviews Jacksonville, FL
About Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens offers an engaging and immersive experience for families, featuring diverse animal habitats, beautiful landscaping, and interactive activities like feeding giraffes and riding a train.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families looking for a full day of activitiesEducational outings for childrenAll ages, from toddlers to seniors can enjoy the zooActivities suitable for children as young as 2 years old
Why families love it
- Diverse and well-maintained animal habitats
- Interactive experiences like feeding giraffes and birds
- Beautiful gardens providing shade and a pleasant walking environment
- Helpful and friendly staff
- Train ride is a must-do
- Engaging animal feeding experiences
Insider tips
- Order tickets in advance online to avoid delays
- Consider eating before your visit to save on food costs
- Visit on a weekday to avoid traffic and crowds
Good to know before you go
- Weekend visits may be busier
- Peak holiday times like New Year's Eve could lead to larger crowds
- Food and drink prices are high
- Encouragement to purchase tickets in advance to avoid delays
- Crowds
- Weekdays are less crowded; weekends and holidays may see larger crowds
- Value
- All-inclusive tickets are reasonably priced; however, food costs are high. Parking is free, but parents should budget for higher food prices at the zoo.
- Food
- Food prices are high; consider bringing snacks or eating before visiting
- Accessibility
- No specific accommodations mentioned in reviews
- Safety
- Staff is helpful and available for questions about animal safety
What parents say
"You need to order tickets in advance. Totally something you can do in the car. It is easily one of my favorite zoos. The animals were happy and active. The gardens were lush and beautiful. It was a wonderful way to spend a day."
a month ago
"The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens offers a diverse and engaging experience for visitors of all ages. We bought the all inclusive tickets. The zoo boasts a wide variety of animals, with well-maintained and thoughtfully designed habitats. We loved the sloths and reptiles! The zoo's landscaping and vegetation create a beautiful and immersive atmosphere. The train ride is a must! The abundance of greenery provides shade and a pleasant walking environment. The food and drinks are extremely pricey but that's to be expected."
a month ago
"Had a great time with three kids here. Lots of fun activities and a train to ride with the full experience tickets. Large zoo with lots of animals to see. Enjoyed feeding giraffes and birds. Clean and friendly staff throughout. Would recommend."
3 weeks ago
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