Searching for something to do on a weekend, I rec'd a Groupon for discounted tickets to the Austin Zoo & Animal Sanctuary so I decided to go ahead & purchase. The tickets to the zoo are only $8 ea for adults but what the heck, why not take advantage of a special offer. When we arrived there, it'd been open... More

Great afternoon visit from the Austin area--staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and the animals appear well-cared for. Since this is a rescue zoo, most of the animals have their names, date of birth, and history on signs on each cage. Don't expect some of the bigger animals (no elephants or giraffes), but they do have over 300 animals, including lions... More

This is an animal rescue zoo and there aren't that many animals. It is very small and not really worth it. More

The Austin Zoo has come a long way over the last few years and today is a great place to spend a few hours. It's a non-profit zoo that is primarily set up for children but adults will enjoy it, as well. All the animals were donated from or rescued from environments in which they were no longer wanted (individuals'... More

Almost the animals are rescues and have stories of neglect/abandonment on their description plates. love the size of this small zoo, can easily get right up and close to the animals. More

The Austin Zoo is nice but small. The zoo is about 4 miles west of Austin is that is convenient. Cost for Adults is $8. More

Coming from a small town with a tiny zoo, this zoo is still bigger than ours! It's not comparable to say maybe the san antonio zoo but it's a good activity for any one who loves animals. All the animals are rescues and it's non-profit so your money goes to take care of them. Prices on everything is decent too,... More

We love zoos. My boys grew up going to the Oakland and San Francisco zoos, so I guess our perspective was a little subjective. I admire what they do at the Austin zoo, but in comparison to what we're used to, it's a little pathetic. It's not real well maintained and the exhibits are a little shabby. We went once,... More

This is not really a zoo but is a sort of holding place for animals rescued from roadside attractions, private owners who abandoned the animal once it obtained maturity and various other sources. While the animals appeared to receive good treatment and the mission is noble, the setting leaves a great deal to be desired. The cages are small and... More