Wildlife World Zoo
Type: Zoos
10Best Says
This friendly zoo, located 45 minutes from downtown Phoenix, is home to over 1300 rare and exotic mammals, fish and reptiles. Special attractions include a tropical bird aviary, a children's carousel... Read More
This friendly zoo, located 45 minutes from downtown Phoenix, is home to over 1300 rare and exotic mammals, fish and reptiles. Special attractions include a tropical bird aviary, a children's carousel and petting zoo, animal feedings, and train rides. Make sure you see the exotic white tiger and watch the penguins frolic in their aquatic habitat. There is also a new 7,000-square-foot aquarium that holds close to 60,000 gallons of water. Check out the aquarium's Amazon River Monsters, which displays freshwater giants like the arowana and arapaima. Also on display are the payara fish, often referred to as "vampire fish" because of their six-inch fangs.
Hours:
- Zoo: Daily 9am-6pm
- Aquarium: Daily 9am-9pm
Admissions:
- Zoo & Aquarium Adult $27.50; Child (3-12) $14.25; Child (2 and under) Free
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Patricia Escarcega
Phoenix, Scottsdale Local Expert
- Things to Do with Kids: "Food is available at Dillon's, the zoo's on-site restaurant."
- Best for Things to Do with Kids Because: Wildlife World Zoo is a fun, intimate zoo with an eclectic and unique selection of animals and displays.