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We went on a weekday and were able to get in rather quickly with a low crowd. Several exhibits were under refurbishment when we went. Some of the exhibits were really nice but it was rather hot so the admirals were mostly hiding in the shade. We rode the train which was nice on a hot day but it costs extra. The sky liner was not running that day. We had lunch at the cafe The food was standard fast food with hamburgers and chicken strips. There is a large seating area outdoors. It is a small zoo but fun to take small kids for animal encounters.

We went for Zoo Weekend, and the ticket prices for an adult was $18. A little steep for a zoo that really doesn't have too much to offer. The animal enclosures are small, and the animals do not look happy. I mean, when you have two cheetahs, you really need a lot of room for them to run. That's what they do, and then the lions? I've seen houses bigger than their enclosure. I just want to enjoy the animals when I go, but instead I'm feeling sorry for them. And any extra thing you want to do, it costs extra money. Whether it be the giraffe encounter or riding the train, it costs extra money. After paying per person at the gate the amount that they charged, how many people have the extra money to do the extra things. It should be all inclusive, in my opinion. Their food, now that was pretty good. And they didn't say anything to us about bringing drinks in from the outside, which we did for the little ones, of course. The zoo workers were all very polite. I'm hoping that the animal caretakers at least give the animals love and affection so that their time here isn't too strenuous.

Great zoo for a fun day out. FLAT and easy walking. They have an array of animals, a great playground, many shaded areas with picnic tables and even misting stations for those hot summer days. They have a train ride $3, it doesn't stop and you really don't see any animals but it does take you completely around the outer-band of the property. Kids loved the parakeet feeding, $2 for a stick of seeds. Giraffe feeding is $3 but you don't get much for the money. Everyone there was so friendly ... ticket counter, security, gift shop ... all super nice and helpful.

It was a Girl Scouts trip planned and the entire family participated. The weather was fair but we ended the tour early due to lighting watch and ⛈. They have divers of exotic animals and INFO boarda to read up on the creatures. We got to ride the train, pet & feed the 🦒, and ride the skyline. We didn't get to enter the petting zoo due to early weather close. However, definitely recommend to take family or go on a date. Food and drinks was fair and the store has a small inventory. Thanks for a great experience.

The zoo was not crowded at all, was very nice to be able.to walk around without running into people. The zoo itself is nice and quiet. There was quite a few animals that were not available to see, most of the "encounters" were not available to do either. Overall we would go again in hopes that more animals would be available to see and the encounters would be open to experience.

We've been members for years and always enjoyed the Montgomery Zoo. No better family outing in the city limits. Bring your own picnic or order from the cafe — Oh, and they have the best playground. The kids love it. UPDATE: 07/11/22 Today I took two of my four children to the Montgomery Zoo and Mann Museum and was very disappointed. The grounds were unkept, the bathroom unclean, there was caution tape up on some of the wooden structures due to rot, the train was none-operational due to lack of operators, the skyline was broke (again), Zoo staff was no where to be found, several exhibits were either empty or in critical need of renovation or repair. Out of all the many years that my family has attended the Zoo and been loyal Zoo members — today was one of the most disappointing Zoo visits we have ever experienced.