Toronto Zoo

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 - 2 months ago

Loved our visit to Toronto Zoo! We didn't have much of a queue to wrestle with, considering we went on a holiday. Courtesy Canoo app, we had our ticket prices fully waived off too. We had to pay for vehicle parking which was around 15$. Food items for purchase were pricey inside the zoo. The Tim's just at the entrance seemed like a reasonable option. You can bring your own food / snacks, there's ample benches in the green area to sit and eat. The zoo itself is well maintained and clean. We saw a lots of animals and birds. Be prepared to walk quite a bit! The maps and the directions, however, are not that clear.
Jaya Jose - 3 weeks ago

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 - a month ago

I had an overall great time at the Toronto Zoo! It's a beautiful and spacious place with a wide variety of exhibits, from the African Savanna to the Canadian Wilderness. The animals are well cared for, and the staff is friendly and knowledgeable. I especially enjoyed the indoor tropical rainforest exhibit—it’s like stepping into another world! That said, some areas were closed during my visit, which was a bit disappointing, especially considering the size of the zoo. It's definitely a huge place, so be prepared to do a lot of walking—wear comfortable shoes! If you want to see everything, plan to spend almost an entire day here. It’s worth it, but make sure you're ready for a long visit. Overall, I’d highly recommend it, but keep in mind the size and potential closures when planning your trip!
Binita Adhikari - 4 weeks ago

The Toronto Zoo is an amazing place to explore, especially as a family. We’re members (membership is a great deal!) and every time we visit we see something new or find another section of the zoo to explore. The love and care for the animals is evident, and the work of the zoo towards conservation and research is admirable and always clear to see. There are constantly new things to learn, especially from the informative and welcoming staff. It’s an amazing destination for visitors to Toronto and a perfect place for local families, too. The only room for improvement is with amenities. The food selection in the zoo is poor and overpriced. I’m also not a fan of the new policy to allow alcohol consumption throughout the zoo (it’s a family attraction!). Perhaps most egregious though is the absence of water refilling stations. In the name of sustainability, it should be easy to refill a water bottle during a visit (especially for young kids).
Greg Fenton - 3 weeks ago