Nashville Zoo at Grassmere
4.5(19,588)4.5 out of 5 stars, 19588 reviews Nashville, TN
About Nashville Zoo at Grassmere
The Nashville Zoo at Grassmere offers a well-maintained environment with a diverse range of animals and interactive exhibits, making it an engaging and enjoyable experience for families. Its size is manageable for young children, and the friendly staff enhance the overall visit.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families looking for a fun day out with children.Educational trips for kids interested in animals and nature.Toddlers to young children (2-8 years) will enjoy the playground and interactive animal exhibits.Older children (8-12 years) can appreciate the variety of animals and educational exhibits.
Why families love it
- Interactive areas with goats and kangaroos where children can walk around.
- Impressive reptile, aviary, and aquatic exhibits.
- Large playground area with rope tree houses and zip lines.
- Well-cared-for animals in beautiful enclosures.
- Clean and well-maintained facilities.
- Military discount available for active duty and veterans.
Insider tips
- Purchase tickets in person to take advantage of military discounts.
- Visit on weekdays or during overcast weather to avoid crowds.
- Allocate plenty of time to explore, as there is much to see.
Good to know before you go
- Weekends and sunny days when the zoo is likely to be crowded.
- Parking fees on top of ticket prices.
- Crowded on weekends, making navigation difficult.
- Crowds
- Busy on weekends and sunny days; quieter during weekdays and overcast weather.
- Value
- Tickets for 4 adults and 1 child totaled $100 after military discount. Parking fees are an additional cost, which can be a hidden expense for families.
- Food
- No specific food and drink rules mentioned, but it's advisable to check for any restrictions before visiting.
- Accessibility
- Trails are level and easy to navigate for strollers and those with mobility issues.
- Safety
- Well-maintained animal habitats and friendly staff for assistance.
What parents say
"Just came back from having the funnest time at the Nashville Zoo with my family! Our first time and we loved it. Make sure to take advantage of their military discount if you are active duty or a veteran, it is $10 off per ticket for everyone in your party but the caveat is you have to purchase the tickets in person at their booths. Definitely worth it though! It came out to $100 for 4 adults and 1 child for us. The size of the zoo is nice! Not too big and not too small. Plenty of animals to see and all the well known ones with a couple of off the wall animals as well. We got our steps in an"
2 weeks ago
"I had a fantastic time visiting the Nashville Zoo. One of the highlights for me was the reptile, aviary, and aquatic exhibit, very impressive. There was so much to do and see throughout the zoo that it’s easy to spend hours exploring and still not catch everything. The animals looked well cared for and their habitats seemed thoughtfully maintained, which really added to the experience. The staff were also incredibly friendly and accommodating, making the visit even more enjoyable. Definitely worth the trip if you're in the area."
a week ago
"Easily the best Zoo I’ve ever been to. Being at a zoo that the animals look happy & healthy was an absolute delight. I’ve never seen such beautiful displays or enclosures. The array of creatures that I’d never seen before was madly enthralling. Stand outs for me include the Tiger, Andean Bear, the Rhinoceros, & the Hidden Creatures Aviary. Never seen such beautiful beings so close before. Go check this zoo out yo. Made me wish I could come back just to experience it again."
3 weeks ago
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