Indianapolis Zoo
Zoo
Near Westside, Indianapolis
"Check out the dolphin show which is free with a ticket purchase!"(20 Tips)"feed giraffes!"(6 Tips)
"great orangutan exhibit"(4 Tips)
"Skip the train ride you mostly see the road and back of bldgs"(4 Tips)
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- Maria AlvizJune 8, 2018A great place for family fun! You're able to touch sharks, hang with orangoutang's and feed giraffes! Also, stop by the dolphin show, which is free when you purchase your admission ticket!
Downtown IndyJuly 17, 2014The Indianapolis Zoo is the nation's only accredited combined zoo, aquarium and botanical garden. Visit the amazing International Orangutan Center, Dolphin Pavilion, shark touch tank, and much more.
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Goutham GaneshApril 17, 2017Don't miss the dolphin presentation!! Lots of events throughout the day!! Orangutan enclosure was awesome.. cool animal chat shows!! But still, not the best!!
Samantha LeeApril 17, 2016Parking is $6 and weekend admission is $21. It's a fun little zoo. You can make it through the whole place in about 2-3 hours.
Joshua LakinsJune 13, 2013Great zoo. Only down is you have to buy tickets for everything now days (buy a pack of them and you should be good). Make sure you go to the gardens next door free with zoo ticket.
Justin CroxtonJune 5, 2017This zoo is incredible! Yearly pass is so worth! Can always come back and find something new to see!
- Downtown IndyJuly 17, 2014It is the first institution to be triple-accredited as a zoo, aquarium and botanical garden. The Zoo's Oceans exhibit features a shark touch tank, dolphin show, and the International Orangutan Center
Super HOT during the summer, nice breeze in the shade. Ton of variety -- lions, giraffes, elephants, zebras, cheetahs, rhinos, and a ton of other Africian animals. Check the schedule for feedings.
The exhibits continue to improve and amaze ages of all. Check out the orangutangs, budgies, and dolphin underwater exploratory.
Scott BrunstingMarch 29, 2012Between parking, food, and the tickets you have to purchase for rides, the Indianapolis Zoo will definitely nickel and dime you to death...my advice, if you go more than once a year, buy a membership!
Kristina Hubbard-SloanFebruary 15, 2012Bring a picnic lunch or snacks to eat in the picnic area. Visit during Xmas at the zoo and zooboo I love it there. Love the penguins.
vickie coumbeSeptember 20, 2011Dont miss the baby elephant and baby zebra!Small zoo but a great walking path for those who dont want to be bothered walking elsewhere. Safe from biting dogs, perverts and cars!
Katie FramptonDecember 19, 2015We went to Christmas at the Zoo. The zoo was decorated with lights and Christmas decorations, it was adorable. Unfortunately it was dark so the animals weren't very active. Probably more fun for kids.
Michael DotsonJune 10, 2015Everything, but the conservation efforts for the tigers, elephants, orangutans, and dolphins are awesome.
Don't forget to ask for a ticket for the dolphin show...it's free with admission, but you can't get in without a ticket. If you come here often, the season family pass is a great deal.- Tons of indoor exhibits for hot days. Face painting and airbrush tattoos for kids. Collectable penny machines. $15.25 for adult tickets, $6 to park. Amazing time.
Tim RoutMarch 30, 2013Be there when the gates are open and skip the aquarium and go for outside animals especially in the summer. They are more active early before it gets hot.- Awesome place! Air conditioned, small and gets crowded quickly, but worth it. Tons of lizards, snakes and other reptiles. Look for a beautiful zebra finch.
- Pretty decent menu. Check your zoo map for a free kids meal voucher. Super warm inside. Kids play zone outside. Eat right before dolphin show times or during while the crowd is down!
- Tigers were great! So graceful and beautiful. Get their early for the "training" times..they get pretty crowded. There's also gibbons, bats and a bear.
StuartJanuary 17, 2017Love the dolphin show, and the Plains. I'm looking forward to the new macaw exhibit this summer!
The orangutan exhibit is now open to the public, so be sure to go check out our newest friends!
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New baby giraffe has been out and about so far this summer (6/2011). Bring $1 if you want to feed the baby giraffe (available mid-day most days).
Steve ElkinJune 8, 2011If its hot out... from the entrance do the walrus and equarium center. Then walk to your Northwest towards the elephants. On the rebound youll catch the splash park and dolphin This will keep you cool
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Paula HeislerJanuary 21, 2016The tigers we're so active. Make sure you check out the underwater dome for the dolphin show!!
We found it to be a much better value to buy the $9 all day refill cup with a few extra straws, instead of buying individual drinks for all 5 of us!
Ericia GaskinsAugust 4, 2013Zoo was packed with a lot of people. Animals were lazy by the afternoon so I would suggest going first thing in the morning or right before they close.- Summer 2011 hours, zoo is open 9am, this is an excellent time to view the animals before it gets too crowded, and while the animals are active...
Megan BennettMay 28, 2012The cheetah's only play in the early morning so get there early. Otherwise you'll only see a pile of furry spots in the shade.
Extremely expensive but lots to see and do. Food is way overpriced, bring your own. Check out butterflieS during their short time at the gardens!
HISTORYJuly 15, 2010When the zoo first opened in 1964 was considered a children’s zoo because of the very small exhibits.This zoo can be identified by the Dutch windmill at the entrance.
So incredible. Be sure to check out butterfly exhibit. Membership is best option financially.
Katrina MoodyJuly 23, 2011Take a spray bottle along and spritz the kids occasionally to help cool them down! & look for quiet, indoor exhibits Read more
Ujjwal RatanNovember 2, 2015Check if the dolphin exhibition and rides are working before booking your tickets. I went in October and it wasn't
Christina CooperAugust 31, 2013Super HOT But Super FUN!! Love the splash pad, dolphin show and nursing room for breast feeding and changing diapers!!- Vicki WeberJune 9, 2013Great animal exhibits. However, eat lunch before you come. The food at the zoo is expensive.
The polar bear was delicious.....I mean huge and amazing to watch.- Maria AlvizJune 8, 2018A great place for family fun. Check out the dolphin show which is free with a ticket purchase!
Fall is a great time to visit the zoo! Smaller crowds and cooler weather, and a lot of the animals like it better too.
Indianapolis ZooAugust 16, 2010During hot weather, the Zoo has misting stations for visitors near Forests and in the Plains Biomes, as well as the Splash Park presented by Kroger. Please take advantage of these opportunities to coo
Raven CatlinOctober 1, 2012The train is not designed well. The only thing you really see is a road, parking lot, dumpsters, clinic, plants, weeds, shrubs, and trees.
Make sure to request Dolphin Show tickets at the entrance booths
Jessica McKameyJune 3, 2010Go on days that aren't too hot to get the best views of all the animals! Check out free community days if you are low on cash...Get tickets for the dolphin show early!
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Indianapolis Zoo
1200 W Washington St
Indianapolis, IN 46222
United States
Indianapolis, IN 46222
United States
The Indianapolis Zoo empowers people and communities, both locally and globally, to advance animal conservation.
Closed until 9:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Fri–Sun
- 9:00 AM–7:00 PM
(317) 630-2001
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