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Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Powell

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Chosen for the best zoo in the United States in 2009 by USA Travel Guide, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium hosts over 2.3 million visitors per year, and cares for more than 9,000 animals. For 15 years, it had been managed by Jack Hanna, the famous American zookeeper and TV personality. The zoo is divided into regions, where it houses animals from North America, the Polar Frontier, Asia, Africa, and Australia. It has aquariums, forests, and open plains. Take one of the tours to see what the zookeepers do, or hop on a train and ride around "North America". If you are interested in amusement rides, make sure to check it with the zoo about what is open on the day of your visit. Using our online itinerary creator, Powell attractions like Columbus Zoo and Aquarium can form part of a personalized travel itinerary.
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  • It is a fairly small zoo and nothing special really. Worse than most zoos we've been to (Warsaw, Łódź, Brno are all far better). A lot of habitats are vacant, a lot of attractions closed for the... 
    It is a fairly small zoo and nothing special really. Worse than most zoos we've been to (Warsaw, Łódź, Brno are all far better). A lot of habitats are vacant, a lot of attractions closed for the...  more »
  • Like most things in Columbus, it lacks character and is overrated. I've heard people say this is one of the best zoos, and I think it is worse than many zoos I have visited, including Cleveland, San....  more
    Like most things in Columbus, it lacks character and is overrated. I've heard people say this is one of the best zoos, and I think it is worse than many zoos I have visited, including Cleveland, San....  more »
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  • Great zoo for the whole family. Lots of parking. Clean and well staffed. I saw EMS and security team members roaming the zoo. Many attractions have wheelchair access. Clean and kid’s friendly. Lots of customers but didn’t get overwhelming for me because the place was so large, everyone was well scattered. Lots of restrooms, small gift shops, drink and snack stands, and restaurants throughout the zoo. Lots to do. Lots to look at. Lots to buy. Affordable prices for foods, drinks, snacks and admission. Parking is $10 in addition to admission cost. Water park is also additional. Place is huge. Plan to stay a whole day or maybe even two days or else you’ll be rushing to get through the entire place.
  • By far my favorite zoo in Ohio. This is the first time we've gone this late in the year and it's beautiful with the leaves changing. Since it was cooler more of the animals were active which we loved!! The new underwater tunnel for the seals is awesome & one of our favorite things there this year. Wasn't crowded at all. The Zoo and bathrooms are very clean & the staff is super friendly, great with kids! They've added Adventure Cove since I visited last & it looked like it could be fun, but you can only ride a few rides with a Zoo admission ticket. We LOVE Sting Ray bay. The stingrays get super playful when you're feeding them!!

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