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John Ball Zoo


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 23 attractions in Grand Rapids
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Attraction type: Zoo
Address: 1300 W. Fulton St. Grand Rapids, MI 49501
Tel: 616.336.4301

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4 of 5 stars
murkjp   2 contributions
murkjp
Oct 12, 2009

A wonderful zoo that is easy to get through in around 2 hours or so. Lots of different buildings to see animals in and many outside exhibits as well. They have a few extras like a high ropes course and zip line. New African Lion exhibit was very impressive. Food costs at cafe were very affordable also. more

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2 of 5 stars
bejoyful65   5 contributions
Northern MI
Aug 26, 2009

This zoo is a nice size; small, not too overwhelming for my little one. It is pricey for what you get. It was rather dirty and smelled horrible. There was a nice variety of animals. We have been to many zoos in many states and this one was one of the worst. Won't go back. more

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4 of 5 stars
akn64   49 contributions
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Jul 10, 2009

John Ball Zoo has upgraded its exhibits over the years. Entrance fee for adults is $7.50. The new lion exhibit is nice, as is the aquarium. They have a petting zoo with small goats. They have a "petting" area for sting rays (extra $1.00). Camel rides (extra $4.00). Feeding birds (extra $1.00). You can also do a zip line ride... more

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4 of 5 stars
birdlady07   174 contributions
Merrillville, Indiana
Sep 22, 2007

This small zoo has alot to offer. Very affordable and fun attractions. Some of the animals you will see are: flamingoes, monkeys, tigers, penguins, sea otters, bears, lizards, poison dart frogs, and wart hogs. I enjoyed the "Walk Through Budgies" animal encounter the most. I went into an enclosed area where the birds are and feed them some millet on... more

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4 of 5 stars
tymetraveler222   315 contributions
Bay City, Michigan
May 29, 2007
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What a nice little zoo-well, not that little, but very easy to cover in a short period of time! Lots of major animals here, such as a wolf, monkeys, flamingoes (cool), warthogs, a new lion display, an aquariam, camels, etc. Couple of decent stores to shop in. The zoo is attached to a park, with swan boat rides. It costs... more

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John Ball Zoo Address

1300 W. Fulton St., Grand Rapids, MI 49501
Tel: 616.336.4301