Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden - Ohio

Address:3400 Vine Street
Cincinnati, Ohio
Tel: (513) 281-4700

The excellent children's zoo and botanical gardens are only the tip of the iceberg at this superb 125 year old zoo. The Nocturnal house lets you see creatures like the flying fox, the vampire bat, the barn owl, and the potto, when they are at their most active - at night. The Jungle Trails exhibit takes visitors on a journey through the rainforests of Asia and Africa to witness just a sampling of the amazing wildlife that lives there. You'll see the black and white ruffed lemur, the slender loris, and the Sumatran orangutan, to name a few. There's a whole lot more at this highly-rated zoo.

Especially for kids: Petting Zoo. Stroller rentals available.

Extras: Shows, Educational Presentations.

Open 9 am to 5 pm. $$ (Moderately Priced)

Statistics: 1,200,000 estimated annual visitors.

The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is consistently ranked as one of the top zoos in the country. Opened in 1875, it is the nation's second oldest zoo and a national historic landmark. The Zoo's 75 acres house 510 animal species and 3,000 plant varieties. Over 1.2 million people visit the Zoo annually. This not-for-profit entity is internationally known for its success in the protection and propagation of endangered animals and plants, and engages in research and conservation projects around the world.