Since 1996, Nashville Zoo at Grassmere has been delighting locals and charming tourists year-round. Home to the exotic African elephants, Bengal tigers and red pandas, Nashville Zoo offers sanctuary to a variety of animals found all over the world. The Zoo at Grassmere strives to create a familiar and lovable habitat for each furry friend. From the new Giraffe Savannah to the Alligator Cove and Red River Hog Habitat, home is synonymous with love at the Zoo.Giraffes at Nashville Zoo — Photo courtesy of Nashville Zoo

Happy to provide jubilant additions, the Zoo also includes the Wild Animal Carousel and an interactive Lorikeet Landing exhibit. At the Lorikeet Landing, visitors are invited into a lush aviary, the home of more than 50 Australian parrots. Once you’ve met all the furry friends of the Zoo, tour the grounds of the Historic House and Farm and settle into an afternoon of play at the Jungle Gym.

Flamingos at the Nashville Zoo — Photo courtesy of Nashville Zoo

The Grassmere Historic House and Farm provide a glimpse into farm life during the 1880s, while the beloved Jungle Gym playground is the largest community-built playground in the United States.  Perfect for kiddos of all ages, the Jungle Gym includes over 66,000 square feet for sliding, swinging, climbing, crawling and exploring. From history to nature to play, the Zoo at Grassmere has it all.