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Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

3400 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45220-1399
513-281-4700
Ranked #3 of 63 attractions in Cincinnati
4.0 of 5 stars 132 Reviews
Type: Zoos, Gardens
Owner description: This second oldest zoo in the U.S., considered one of the best in the country, is most renowned for its endangered species and birthing programs,...... more » Owner description: This second oldest zoo in the U.S., considered one of the best in the country, is most renowned for its endangered species and birthing programs, particularly for gorillas and white tigers, and has a wonderful collection of felines and a delightful manatees exhibit. « less
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shw0313
Cincinnati, OH
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 1, 2012 NEW

I absolutely love the Cincinnati Zoo! But be warned, if you've never been, the terrain is VERY hilly so be prepared to walk up and down the hills! If you have trouble, you can buy a tram ticket to help out! More

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BESTWESTERNFLORENCE
Florence, Kentucky
Top Contributor
55 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 30, 2012 NEW

I have been coming here since i was a kid. older now my husband and I can share our fun experiences with our nieces and nephews. Would be nice if the food prices were a bit cheaper More

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MJSKentucky
Kentucky
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16 reviews
10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 28, 2012 NEW

We love this zoo! Not only does it have great animals in natural environments, but it has an amazing Insect House. The zoo is also a botanical garden, so it is so beautiful. Very clean, too. More

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chassidy82
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11 reviews
3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 28, 2012 NEW

We have went to the zoo twice and I guarantee there won't be a third time both times we were there hardly none of the animals were out the signs always said animals off exhibit due to remodeling bit we saw no remodeling going on!!! Save ur money and time!! More

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happyandretiredkf318
Florence, Kentucky
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16 reviews
11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 28, 2012 NEW
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The Cincinnati Zoo is such a wonderful place to visit any season. We go at least once a month and every time we go we see something different. The animals are always doing something cute and unusual and the gardens are beautiful. The Zoo is especially beautiful in the spring. The animals are more active and everything is in bloom.... More

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ADCollier
Cincinnati, Ohio
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11 reviews
7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 21, 2012
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It is amazing what the Zoo has been able to do in such a small, land locked footprint. More

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Amie E
Cincinnati, Ohio
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4 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 19, 2012
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Always new animals in great exhibits. this zoo does a lot of research too so they get a lot of animals you'll never see anywhere else. More

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pokerpros
Dayton, Ohio
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11 reviews
20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 17, 2012
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We visit this zoo each year (often multiple times each year). The zoo is large and has many hills so make sure you have good walking shoes! I would bring a wagon or stroller for the kids too! There are many animals, birds and reptiles at this zoo! The Cheetah exhibit, manatees and giraffe are extra special to us. We... More

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TripleCat
Cincinnati, Ohio
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13 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 14, 2012

It was simply amazing!!! The number of lights that were used was unbelivable. The light show on the lake was wonderful. More

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trixiekins
atlanta
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 14, 2012

Event with Christmas lights was pretty and fun with the right company. But be prepared for tons of kids! More

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