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Just having moved to Texas in July 2006, we want to see as much of our new state as possible. We've been drawn to Ft. Worth again and again because this city offers so much!
The Ft. Worth Zoo has been recently nominated as top family attraction in the Dallas/Ft.Worth area and noted as being #11 in a list of 50 top zoos listed by Zagat's U.S. Family Travel Guide. The zoo was founded in 1909. It's education programs are claimed to be the among some of the most respected in the world.
Themed habitats from many countries such as:
African Savannah
Thundering Plains
Raptor Canyon
Asian Falls
Flamingo Bay
Meerkat Mounds
Visitors stroll past lagoons, waterfalls, rock hills or rivers as they follow shady walkways through the park.
A bird enclosure gave us lots of close encounters with its inhabitants when we purchased seed sticks. Colorful parakeets and other birds flocked to the sticks as children held them aloft. We spent a good deal of time in this area.
When you are finished for the day, a train ride takes you back to the entrance for a small fee. We were so thankful that we could ride back, it was a very hot day!
Summer hours are 10 am-5 pm daily with extended weekend hours; Winter hours 10 am-4 pm with shortened holiday hours. Admission is $10.50 for adults; $8.00 for children 3-12 and seniors $7.00. Address: Located in the Cultural District, Ft. WorthPhone: Tel: 817-759-7555Directions: Located at 1989 Colonial Parkway ( take I-30 to University Drive, then go south 1 mile, then turn left on Colonial Parkway).Website: http://www.fortworthzoo.org
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By far the best zoo in the DFW area! Although I have never been to the Dallas Zoo, I hear it doesn't even compare to the Fort Worth Zoo. Not to mention, the animals here are very unique, as well as their habitats, and they are VERY well taken care of. This I highly recommend, especially for kids. They will have a blast! Leave a Comment Address: 1989 Colonial Parkway Fort Worth, TX 76110Phone: 817-759-7555Directions: From Interstate 30, exit University Drive. Go south on University for approximately one mile to Colonial Parkway and turn left. Once you are on Colonial Parkway, follow the signs to the Zoo. You should be there in no time!!Website: http://www.fortworthzoo.com
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 Zoo Logo.. by Sweetberry1
There are many resturants and eateries, as well as outdoor picnic tables in several shaded areas.
Glass containers and alcoholic beverages are prohibited inside the Zoo.
Admission...
$9 per adults (13+)
$6.50 for children (3-12)
$5.50 for seniors (65+)
Parking: $5.00 per vehicle daily.
Wednesdays - Half price admission. Leave a Comment Phone: Tel: 817-759-7555Directions: 1989 Colonial Parkway, Fort Worth, TX
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Although I would not consider myself a zoo connoisseur, I have been to a few of the country's greatest zoos, including San Diego, and I would place Fort Worth easily within my top 10. The animals all seem to have a great amount of space to roam around, and all look very well maintained. On this particular trip, we were entertaining friends from out of town, so we ventured over to Fort Worth to enjoy this day.
The first exhibit we went to was the primates exhibit. We experienced plenty of Monkeying around, and by the end, the locals were swinging from the rafters. This was much better than swinging from the raptors, which were located close to the monkeys. The lions were lying around, the meerkats were on the march, and the flamingos were busy being vain in the mirror. We did get a dust bath from the elephants, and watched a lazy rhinoceros work on his sun tan.
I would highly recommend checking out this beautiful atmosphere on a great sunny day in Fort Worth! Leave a Comment
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 by keeweechicLeave a Comment Address: Fort Worth Zoo, Colonial Parkway, Ft Worth
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 by keeweechic
Texas Town in Texas Wild is a reproduction of an old town with shops and exhibits. There is a good ice cream store there as well.
There is a Playbar where kids can experience life on a farm and interact with the animals. Leave a Comment Address: Fort Worth Zoo, Colonial Parkway, Ft Worth
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 by keeweechicLeave a Comment Address: Fort Worth Zoo, Colonial Parkway, Ft Worth
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 elephants at Ft. W. Zoo by btex
Admission: $9 per adults (13+)
$6.50 for children (3-12)
Parking: $5 per vehicle daily Leave a Comment Address: 1989 Colonial ParkwayPhone: 817-871-7050Directions: about a 10-15 minute drive from the downtown area.Website: http://www.fortworthzoo.com/
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Fort Worth Zoo was established in 1909 and is the oldest continuous zoo site in Texas as well as one of the top zoos in the nation. There are more than 5,000 exotic and native animals housed in lovely and very natural environments.
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 by brdwtchr
When we were there a school group was meeting in the one room school before going to see animals native to Texas. I think that is a nice way for the children to learn. Leave a Comment Directions: The zoo is in Forest Park. To get there go south off of I-30 on to University Drive. It is a very short drive from the interstate. If you find yourself at the Kimbell Art Museum or the Conservatory atOther Contact: Admission price is $8.50. Open f
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