Welcoming over 2 million guests every year, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is located just north of Columbus, OH, and is home to over 10,000 animals representing over 600 species. For more than …
Welcoming over 2 million guests every year, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is located just north of Columbus, OH, and is home to over 10,000 animals representing over 600 species. For more than 95 years, the Zoo has evolved to become a cornerstone of the community and a destination inspiring the appreciation and conservation of many of the earth's most amazing animals.
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Apr 1, 2025
Always a great time at Columbus zoo! My boys loved seeing the Gorillas, Leopard and the reptiles exhibit today. Can’t wait for our next trip!Full review by Katie P
Mar 31, 2025
We went in the morning, the animals were awake and active! It was tons of fun! Took many photos to remember for the ages! Lions, Tigers, and Bears, oh my! The Tigers might have been my favorite this…Full review by katiekQ5394VS
Mar 29, 2025
We were so looking forward to our day at the Columbus Zoo. It was a disappointment from the moment we walked through the front gates. I want to acknowledge it was a Spring Break Saturday, so we expec…Full review by joyp653
Hi - how do you get to go behind the scenes? Also, what time to I need to get there to rent a scooter or electric transporter?
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Look at the experiences on the app for the Columbus zoo. Be advised some can be rather expensive and some only happen on certain days of the eeek. Get there early to ensure that …
Look at the experiences on the app for the Columbus zoo. Be advised some can be rather expensive and some only happen on certain days of the eeek. Get there early to ensure that you get a scooter since it’s first come first serve. The hours for the date you are planning to go are also on the app. It is a very large zoo so plan to be there all day.
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