Toronto Zoo

So my friends and I went to the zoo on thanksgiving. We didn’t have to wait in line and at the time we used the presto discount to get 15/20 percent (I can’t remember) off and it was wonderful! The place was fun. Unfortunately some of the animals were not present for viewing but it’s okay. It was a fun experience and one I don’t regret. My friends and I really had the opportunity to bond and have fun.
Naysa D'Souza - in the last week

Amazing Time at the Zoo. Excellent experience. There is such a large variety of animals to see. The Zoo has done an amazing job with enclosures and enrichment for the animals. It is a lot of walking and there are a lot of hills! The new boardwalk bridge areas are beautiful. Don't recommend the walk down to the Canadian Animals. You really can't see them and it's not worth the 30 minute walk up hill!
Alisha Groenewegen - 2 weeks ago

Toronto Zoo is a must-visit, especially if you're an animal enthusiast or have kids. We went on a weekend, and while the main parking lot was full, we found space in the second lot, which is about a 5-6 minute walk to the entrance. I highly recommend booking tickets in advance through the official website or city passes to avoid long queues, if there are any. We also took the shuttle, which stops at four points within the zoo—very handy when you're tired, as the zoo is quite large. The animal exhibits are excellent, and the zoo is clearly well-maintained. While I won’t go into detail about the exhibits, a few tips that might come in handy are: 1. As of this writing, the parking fee is $15. You can collect the parking pass at the entrance before heading to the zoo. 2. There are water filling stations and restrooms located throughout the exhibits. 3. The zoo offers decent food options, but you can also bring your own. 4. The zoo is wheelchair accessible, with clear signage for areas that aren’t wheelchair-friendly. 5. The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful—at least 3-4 staff members checked in to see if I needed assistance. Overall, I’d give it 5 stars and would love to visit again in the winter to see the zoo in a different light.
Robin Gomez - a month ago

The Toronto Zoo visit left me pleasantly surprised, not by an overwhelming number of animals, but by the clear emphasis on their well-being. Unlike other zoos, where animals are often crowded into enclosures, here it felt like each animal had room to breathe, play, and exist more naturally. The relatively smaller number of animals and limited variety seemed to reflect a thoughtful policy—prioritizing the quality of care over quantity. It was heartening to see the animals looking vibrant, their coats and patterns vivid and clean, suggesting they were thriving in their environment. You could tell they were well-fed and kept with minimal stress, supported by enriching toys and thoughtfully designed enclosures. I couldn't help but be grateful to the zoo's management for their commitment to animal welfare. It’s rare to visit a place that clearly prioritizes the animals' health and happiness, and it made for a truly rewarding experience.
Peter Shin - a month ago

The Zoo is a great place to take the whole family. I suggest going early if you want to do it in 1 day. There is a ton to see and do. Unfortunately some animals that we were excited to see were off display for our visit. The facilities were very well maintained and everything was clean. Understand that you are going to see wild animals, so they are not trained to be visible all the time. We had a blast and I got so many great photos. Very happy with our trip.
Stephen Giza - 2 months ago