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Dallas ZoovsFort Worth Zoo
Dallas Zoo and Fort Worth Zoo are both recommended by expert writers. Overall, Fort Worth Zoo scores slightly better than Dallas Zoo. Fort Worth Zoo comes in at #8 in Dallas–Fort Worth with endorsements from 5 reviews like Frommer's, concierge.com and Fodor's.
Dallas Zoo
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Where
Fodor's
Frommer's
Travel + Leisure
650 South R.L. Thornton Freeway, Dallas, TX 75203
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Lonely Planet "Africa is the focus of this urban zoo." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Founded in 1888, the zoo keeps 2,000 animals in two sections of 85 developed acres." Full review
Where "Founded in 1888, the Dallas Zoo spreads across 106 acres of natural wonder." Full review
Fodor's "The Dallas Zoo shouldn't be overlooked." Full review
Frommer's "The oldest zoo in Texas, founded in 1888, isn't likely to disappoint...the sprawling 106-acre park also features a habitat for rare Sumatran tigers, a chimpanzee forest, and a monorail safari ride." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The Dallas Zoo holds the title of the largest zoo in Texas, with more than 2,000 animals representing 406 species across 106 acres"
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Fort Worth Zoo
Concierge Lonely Planet Michelin Guide Where Fodor's
U.S. News & World Report Frommer's Travel + Leisure
1989 Colonial Parkway, Fort Worth, TX 76110
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Concierge "One of the nation's top zoos draws raves for its acres of realistic habitats where animals roam free in natural environments."
Lonely Planet "A highly regarded American zoo and the second most popular attraction in the state." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Acclaimed both for its visitor accessibility and its animal-friendly habitats, this growing zoo is home to more than 6,000 animals of Texas and exotic species." Full review
Where "The Fort Worth Zoo is the oldest zoo in Texas—and one of the greatest." Full review
Fodor's "The oldest continuous zoo site in Texas, the lush grounds here house more than 5,000 exotic and native animals." Full review
U.S. News & World Report4.0
"Since it opened in 1909, this Texas zoo has been exposing Fort Worth residents and visitors to wildlife from around the world." Full review
Frommer's "One of the preeminent zoos in the country, the award-winning Fort Worth Zoo has a great layout of natural habitats and fantastic animals from around the world" Full review
Travel + Leisure "If you have kids in tow or just love animals, the Fort Worth Zoo is a must, as it's home to elephants, penguins, rhinos, and even local critters"
