“3000+ animals, 600+ species”
The Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is a 165-acre (67 ha) zoo in Cleveland, Ohio. The zoo is divided into several areas: the RainForest, the African Savanna, Northern Trek, the Australian Adventure, and the Primates, Cats, and Aquatics House. The Metroparks Zoo has one of the largest collections of primates in North America. It features Monkey Island, a concrete island where a large population of Colobus Monkeys are kept in free-range conditions (no cages or walls). The zoo is a part of the Cleveland Metroparks system. The Cleveland Metroparks Zoo was founded in 1882, which makes it the seventh oldest zoo in the United States. It is the most popular year round attraction in Northeast Ohio. Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is home to more than 3,000 animals representing 600 species, Open all year (closed Dec. 25 & Jan. 1), 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. with extended summer weekend hours.
I love the Cleveland Metropark Zoo! The Elephant Crossing exhibit was a wonderful addition & very fun to watch. Family friendly! The rainforest is my favorite!
The Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is a great place to spend a day at anytime of the year. Summer is always a popular season, but the indoor areas allow for winter visits to be comfortable as well. Great variety of animals and attractions. The Rainforest is a must-see as well as the elephant exhibit.
Cleveland has a fantastic zoo. Check out the Rainforest.
The zoo was amazing! We spent three hours there and still didn't get to see everything. They have military discounts and amazing zookeepers.
Awesome zoo. Took my 7 year old and 5 year old and spent 5 hours. Feeding the giraffes was a high point as was seeing all of the elephants.
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Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
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- Mon - Fri: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Sun, Sat: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
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