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Capital of Texas Zoo

376A Jenkins Road, TX 78612
512-303-6675
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Ranked #1,502 of 1,962 attractions in Texas
2.5 of 5 stars 3 Reviews
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Austin, TX
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
“Pleasantly surprised”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

I was worried by some reviews, but decided to give it a chance since it's the nearest zoo to our home and it seemed like a nice activity for our toddler. We went on a weekday afternoon, just a few hours before closing, so we expected (correctly) that there would be few other visitors. Staff were all around, but no... More

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Swanton, Ohio
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41 reviews 41 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Don't waste your time....”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012

...unless your expectation is for a sanctuary (NO large animals such as elephants, giraffes, bears, water animals such as rhinos, hippos, seals, etc.). You may enjoy this excursion if you have never been to an actual good zoo. This is non-profit, I believe and depends on donations. I am sure it is likely a worthwhile cause, but do NOT expect... More

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Atlanta GA
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
“Beware the professional Website!”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 October 2011

This place "looks good on paper" but is very disappointing. The entrance is a small, dark, cramped trailer with aquariums full of snakes. The "cages" for the animals are just range wire strung between wooden posts. The big "cage" with birds obviously had holes in it and birds from one side were showing up on the other or else outside.... More

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