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Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

3400 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45220-1399
513-281-4700
Ranked #6 of 66 attractions in Cincinnati
4.5 of 5 stars 225 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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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

easy to get around. u can get pretty close to some animals u dont see alot More

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Huntsville, Alabama
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27 reviews 27 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

We enjoyed our visit. However, the direction signs are a bit confusing. Too many paths come together and you are not certain where you have been or exactly which path to take to get to an exhibit. Parking lots need to be better marked. More

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Cincinnati, Ohio
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

My husband and I went to see the Zoo Babies and we were so excited to meet Bogart, the baby camel and all the other adorable little ones. They had three varieties of baby penguins who didn't hesitate to show off a little. The wallabies were also delightful. If you haven't been to see the babies, it is well worth... More

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See 4 more reviews by Rhonda5519jimi for Cincinnati
Ohio
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

The Cincinnati Zoo is a beautiful place, with many renovated exhibits, along with some historic buildings and exceptional landscaping. We recently visited, and wished we had not waited so long. I have been to at least 6 other zoos, but I saw many species of animals here that I have never seen before. Cincinnati has two buildings devoted to nocturnal... More

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Cincinnati, Ohio
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Yes, I klnow it;s a Zoo; but does it have to smell this bad??? More

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Toledo, OH
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Very large with lots of different species of animals to view! Get on time cause the place is so huge you need the whole day to visit everything! More

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dayton oh
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81 reviews 81 reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Clean with lots of things to see. If you have kids it is a must see. More

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Kenova, West Virginia, United States
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Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

Good weather and fun outting. Zoo babies were the theme at zoo when we went. More

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Cincinnati
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

The Cincinnati Zoo is one of the nation's best, easy to get around in and with so many new features now; the improved parking and entry way are great. The zoo babies exhibit is spread out through the zoo now, so there's a chance to see more of the young animals. The flowers and plants add a lush backdrop to... More

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Kutztown, Pennsylvania
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Thought this zoo was average. Not a gem. What I really enjoyed is the Aviary... More

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