I read earlier reviews, but having an 18 month old that has never seen animals up close, I decided to check it out. The woman greeting us at the entrance was very friendly and outgoing, and I did like the general layout of the place. Some animals had very nice areas to live in (aligators, turtles, ducks, goats) but other... More

We drove by initially on the way to the aquarium at Fort Fisher and the grandson was distracted by the lions mouth entrance gate. He insisted we return to visit the zoo, so we did. I was expecting a terrible tourist trap experience, but in the end it was really a lot of fun for us all. I haven't seen... More

If you are expecting a regular full size zoo, you will be disappointed. However, considering it is the closest thing to a zoo in the Wilminington. It is small, but the animals are obviously well cared for and the staff was very friendly and knowledgeable.Fun little trip with friends or family.

Me and my family visited the zoo today. Everyone had a great time. The animals were very visible and overall is was great. I noticed alot of people feel the animals were in too small cages, but i disagree. The cages weren't too small. The staff were talkative and were respectful and answered any questions we asked. The animals looked... More

We live about a mile from this zoo. I have mixed feelings here becuase no one likes to see caged animals, but at the same time you want to see them up close regardless. MAny of the animals here have adequate space, ie the goats (my favs here), the aligators, emus, and many others. I do feel bad when we... More

This zoo is pitiful. I've lived here all my life and it went from the tote-um-in zoo to this. Neither good. It's nothing but either cages (for the poor lion, monkeys, bear) to barely move around in or just fenced off squares for everything in between. You will not see a huge selection of animals. You'll see a lot of... More

I am shocked to see others rate this place with anything over two stars. It has been there for 60 years only because people continue to spend their money to see animals up close, caring nothing about the welfare of the animals. The animals are kept in tiny areas that offer zero stimulation. People need to think about the state... More

You have to do it as a parent, and it is local. HOWEVER............it is sad, and you will leave feeling terrible. Each animal is caged with no toys, no room to play, staff is rude, cost to get in is stupid high. Try elesewhere if you can.

Absolutely horrible. My husband is a DVM and we went here while in town visiting relatives. We went because our family told us how horrible the animal conditions were and wanted my husband's opinion. It was absolutely depressing seeing these animals in tiny, barren enclosures. We notified the appropriate authorities and hope to see these animals retired to a sanctuary... More