If you have never visited the Serengeti or the Himalayas to view the wildlife in their natural habitats, then don’t worry, American zoos make it possible for you to trek into the wild. As per the latest statistics released by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), approximately more than 170 million people, which is half of America’s population visit a zoo or aquarium annually. And more than three million people visit the San Diego Zoo, making it the most famous zoo in America. Book cheap plane tickets and take your binoculars and bush hat to explore America’s best zoos this season.
San Diego Zoo
One of the country’s most popular tourist attraction, the San Diego Zoo is located in Balboa Park, California. It houses more than 3,700 animals of over 800 species and subspecies. Here visitors will encounter varied animals including polar bears, pandas, etc. Apart from the fauna, it highlights more than 700,000 plants and has been accredited as a botanical garden. Other attractions include the Panda Trek, where visitors can walk through bamboo woods experiencing giant and red pandas.
Bronx Zoo
The country’s largest metropolitan zoo and one among the largest in the world, Bronx Zoo is situated in the New York City. It comprises over 250 acres of park lands and naturalistic habitats and houses more than 4,000 animals of over 600 species. It offers both free and paid exhibits. Free exhibits and attractions include Astor Court, Baboon Reserve, Himalayan Highlands, Mouse House, Tiger Mountain, Big Bears, Aquatic Bird House, Bison Range, Birds of prey, etc. However, paid exhibits include Butterfly Garden, 4-D Theater, Jungle World, Wild Asia Monorail, etc. Make Delta Airlines Flights reservation to visit Bronx Zoo.
Philadelphia Zoo
Spread across 42 acres near West Fairmont Park in Pennsylvania, the zoo exhibits habitats featuring over 1,300 animals, many of which are rare and endangered. The area features a children’s zoo, a lake, and many other interactive and educational attractions. Book Air Canada Flights and rise above the ground in a helium balloon to experience its aerial view. You can also hit the Reptile and Amphibian House, where simulated thunder and lightning storms, periodically refresh the creatures.
Saint Louis Zoo
Recognized as a leading zoo in animal education, conservation, and research, Saint Louis Zoo is located in Forest Park in St. Louis, United States. It is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). It has been divided into different zones including Lakeside Crossing, River’s Edge, Discovery Corner, The Wild, Historic Hill and Red Rocks.
Oregon Zoo
A member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), Oregon Zoo is located at the southern boundary of Washington Park, Portland, United States. It has many famous exhibits including Africa Rainforest, Africa Savanna, Predators of the Serengeti, Amazon Flooded Forest, Elephant Lands, Bears, Condors of the Columbia and many other exhibits. It is also famous for hosting a concert series during summer and winter season.
