Zoo Atlanta (#1), Atlanta: Photos, Reviews & Location

Huge, modern zoo housing more than 1,500 animals from 220 species, including gorillas & pandas.

At a glance

#2 of 3 Zoos in Atlanta

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.40

0.0 km from the center of Atlanta

Rating breakdown

5 ★65%
4 ★23%
3 ★8%
2 ★2%
1 ★2%

800 Cherokee Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30315

zooatlanta.org

(404) 624-5600

Quick facts

What is the rating of Zoo Atlanta?: Zoo Atlanta is rated 4.4 out of 5 based on 38,212 reviews.
How does Zoo Atlanta rank in Atlanta?: Zoo Atlanta is #2 of 3 Zoos in Atlanta by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is Zoo Atlanta located?: 800 Cherokee Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30315 — 0.0 km from the center of Atlanta.
How can I contact Zoo Atlanta?: Phone: (404) 624-5600 · Website: zooatlanta.org

If you're an animal lover, this is an absolute paradise! They've created a beautifully maintained haven, perfectly suited to cater to the interests of every type of animal. The level of detailed information provided about each species is truly impressive. The Zoo staff are not only friendly but incredibly passionate about their work. I was especially thrilled to see their commitment to a Zero plastic policy throughout the property.

You can easily lose yourself in the wonders of the Zoo for an entire day. The kids were over the moon with excitement! The Zoo also offers a handful of adorable gift shops, delightful eateries, and immaculate restrooms. And don't forget, there's a wonderful park nearby waiting to be explored! This place is an absolute gem!

Harri 2023 Oct 01

Went for a work sponsored luncheon and fun family day. The Savannah hall is beautiful and spacious. The zoo has gotten a beautiful face lift since I was last there years ago. Mostly clean and well laid out with good signage along the way. Water fountains are strewn throughout and many other money traps like Virtual Reality goggles ride ($8) through the Rwandan jungle to meet the gorillas and a fun little playground ($14ish) and water splash pad. There's a train ($3pp) ride and several animal keepers who stand around educating the masses on their little animal critter. Enjoyed the day but wear comfy shoes, hat, sunscreen and a bag and water bottle. Plan to spend some money for any add ons if you're a non-member like me. I'm always sad for the animals in captivity so I probably won't be back for ages but if you've never been it's worth a try at least once to get your fill of exotic animals.

Elias Z (The Campfire DJ) 2023 Sep 30

Very nice. Elephant enclosure was very big, elephants were very active. Most of the animals were pretty active except the lions. I particularly enjoyed the red panda which had just been introduced.

dominica mount 2023 Sep 30

I went with my family a few weeks ago during a holiday weekend. The wait wasn't too bad but be prepared to wait and hunt for a decent parking spot. It does cost to park on site, but cashless options are available.

Tickets for children are cheaper but not cheap, there is a discount available for military veterans. We sent around 100 for 3 adults and 1 child for entrance not including parking.

The animals were in spacious enclosures though some of the animals we wanted to see were not active or hiding away from the crowds. Might have been due to the time we came around 1pm.

The reptile building was by far the highlight of our trip. We played "find them all" in cohabitated enclosures and my 10 year old had a blast.

Definitely come with snacks and water. I refuse to pay $5 - $7 for a bottle of water.

gladatlast 2023 Sep 22

We had a great time today. Took a out 2½ hours to see all the sights and animals. We didn't go to the kiddie playgrounds so I'm sure you could spend over 3 hours there with no problem with a smaller child. Most of the animals looks happy with the exception of 2 species, but I believe they are transitioning between enclosures.
I would suggest getting there as close to opening as possible
We arrived a bit after 9 and had plenty of spaces to choose from, but when we left around 1230 people were circling as the lot was full. Parking was $3 per hour.
The staff and volunteers were attentive and eager to answer questions. It really wasn't quite as big of a zoo as I expected, but it was good time.

Royce Pitts 2023 Sep 14

Had a Great time here they have lots of animals and everything is spaced out well so your not bumping in to all the people I went on a Sunday and it was only mildly busy at around noon. They have shows as well talking about the animals and lots of reading material near each animal. They have a cafe in the middle with refreshments and food, kid zone near the end and gift shop as well. Pay for the Daily parking as you can only do max of 3 hours for hourly.

Kelli Horner 2023 Aug 23

We had a great time at the 90's themed adult party night! I would highly recommend it to everyone. The keepers were interacting with the animals to keep them up late and the atmosphere was festive. Plus there were an abundance of awesome outfits!

Linton Neal 2023 Jul 08

We had a wonderful time at Zoo Atlanta. As a family of 5 it took us about 5 hours to see everything. Everyone was very nice and polite. Our kids loved every minute of it. Very easy to navigate around. Great petting zoo section that's free entry. They have a playground and a carousel for everyone to ride. You can buy tickets and take a ride on the train. There is a tree top playground. Tons of animals, reptiles, and more to see and also learn about. Definitely recommend coming and seeing what all Zoo Atlanta has to offer if you haven't been before. Great experience and will be back.

eloise evans 2023 Jun 24

Enjoyed my visit at the zoo. A lot the animals were hiding to stay warm . They have decent food options . I haven’t been to the zoo in about 3 years . They have added a virtual reality ride . It was fairly decent. It lasts about 5 minutes . It was fairly packed being it was Saturday afternoon . All in all … it’s a place to take the kids when you need a day out . Buy tickets online as well to save time

Chuck Stoudemire 2023 Jun 09

Such an incredible zoo!!! The zoo is laid out very well so it is easy to navigate to ensure you see all the exhibits. Lots of kid friendly areas for when the little ones need a break. The exhibits are spacious with multiple ares to view the larger animals. Plenty of staff to help answer any questions or point you in the right directions. Lots of food options for when you need a break. And the pandas are a must see as it is only 1 of 3 zoos in the US where you can see them!!! Definitely a must do!!!