Fort Worth Zoo - Fort Worth (TX)

5 /5 Blayz Brooks: One of the better zoos I’ve visited in Texas! The Fort Worth Zoo has a great layout, a wide range of animals, and some standout exhibits—especially the elephant exhibit, which is one of the most thoughtfully designed I’ve seen. You can get surprisingly close, and the space they have to roam is impressive. I went on a Wednesday, which is Half-Price Day—only $10 for adults, which is a great value. Just keep in mind, this also means the zoo is packed with school field trips. There were dozens of school buses and crowds of kids throughout the park. It’s still doable, but if youre looking for a quiet experience, you might want to choose a different day. There’s a lot of walking, so wear comfortable shoes. The paths are shaded in many areas, and there are plenty of places to sit, grab drinks, or stop for snacks. They also have misters set up in a few places, which was a nice touch in the heat. Parking is $5 and there’s a large lot with plenty of space, even on busy days. Entry was smooth and well organized, and the staff were friendly. Overall, Fort Worth Zoo is worth a visit, especially for families or animal lovers. Just time your visit carefully if you want to avoid big crowds.

4 /5 TC Squires: Admission is $20 per person, plus $5 to park, and that’s just the beginning. Access to the splash pad? Another $6 per person. Bottles of water cost $5 each, and it’s $5 just to try feeding a piece of lettuce to the giraffes, who didn’t even come near the edge during our visit. It’s hard to shake the feeling that this zoo has shifted from educating and inspiring visitors to maximizing every possible profit point. There were no animal shows scheduled on the day we visited, which was disappointing. A few costumed characters were scattered throughout the park, like a princess, a Paw Patrol mascot, and a woman on stilts, but none of them seemed connected to the zoo theme, and none interacted with animals. That said, we did enjoy ourselves. The animals that were out despite the heat were a joy to watch, and the zoo grounds are well-maintained. It’s still a fun place to visit with kids, but the overall atmosphere feels more commercial than educational. Some thoughtful improvements to programming, pricing, and guest experience could go a long way toward restoring the magic that zoos are meant to provide.

5 /5 veritigag: I’ve been to several zoo’s in the U.S. and Europe and yet, I find my local Fort Worth Zoo exceptional. The zoo is easily accessible and laid out very well. The habitats are top notch. There are many activities for children. The educational aspect of this zoo is excellent. Give it a try!

5 /5 Katy Lamers: We have been members for years and it is always worth it! We love going, there is so much to see. Lots of shade and space so it never seems too packed. They take such good care of the animals. A truly incredible zoo and must visit in Fort Worth!

5 /5 Rebecca Shelton: Excellent zoo!! Lots of shade, well designed layout. Not so huge you can’t enjoy it in about 3ish hours. Also clean. Animals seem healthy. Highly recommend.