Zoo Boise

  • 355 Julia Davis Dr. Boise, ID 83702
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Home to some 200 animals from over 80 different species, including the largest display of birds of prey in the northwest. Special features include big game animals, lions, giraffes and other smaller ... more on Boisechamber.org

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Ratings & Reviews for Zoo Boise from Around the Web

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3.5

11 reviews

100% of guests recommend this place.

Top Reviews from Around the Web:

The grounds are gorgeous, but it does have a small selection of animals, but what they do have you really are up close and personal to them which you don %rsquot get with the bigger zoo %rsquos around. more on Yahoo! Travel

The animals are free to roam in their confinements and tend to hibernate on hot days. more on TripAdvisor

We got yearly memberships, way cheaper than the ones we had in Ca. more on Yahoo! Travel

The penguins are very amusing, and the butterfly exhibit is awesome. more on igougo

The grounds are gorgeous, but it does have a small selection of animals, but what they do have you really are up close and personal to them which you donÂt get with the bigger zooÂs around. more on Yahoo! Travel

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Top Reviews From TripAdvisor

Good zoo if you have small kids because it is a local city zoo that is small in size. They also have a butterfly tent you can walk in for this summer. If you have teenagers or are adults, keep in mind ... more on TripAdvisor

As with all Zoo's...visit on a "warm" sunny day. The animals are free to roam in their confinements and tend to "hibernate" on hot days. The entrance fee is about $8.00 for adults and takes about an h ... more on TripAdvisor

This zoo is located in Julia Davis Park. It's not too overwhelming, just the right size for a fun two hour activity. more on TripAdvisor

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4.0

6 reviews

Top Reviews From Yahoo! Travel

I liked that the Zoo had a place for the children to go and learn things about the animals. The thing I disliked about ... more on Yahoo! Travel

The zoo coulg get some more aniamals but the tiger cage is thr best in the world its like your going to be attacked by ... more on Yahoo! Travel

The Boise Zoo is nice because it is small and easy to walk through, however everytime I walk through I get soooo sad because the animals have no place to do anything. The last time I went the penguin exhibit had NO water in it and ... more on Yahoo! Travel

The cat selection is Zoo Boise's strong point, especially the tiger attraction. The zoo is small and very humble. If your in the beautiful Julia Davis park you might as well go to the zoo. The grounds are gorgeous, but it does have ... more on Yahoo! Travel

It has everything a zoo should. I suggest visiting in the summer, midmorning. more on Yahoo! Travel

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2.5

2 reviews

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  2. Yahoo! Travel

  3. igougo

Top Reviews From Epinions.com

I have taken my children--ages 1 1/2, 3, and 5--to Zoo Boise a few times, and I was not impressed with this zoo in the least. This zoo is extremely small, ... more on Epinions.com

We recently visited Zoo Boise and were impressed at some of the changes we saw. New management at the zoo seems to be making a difference. The Bear and Zebra ... more on Epinions.com

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Great Amenities at Zoo Boise:

  • Restrooms
  • Hands-on interaction
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Concessions-food available
  • Picnic tables
  • Strollers available
  • Guided tours
  • Gift shop

Location & Nearby Attractions

Local Visitors' Bureaus

Additional Resources

Zoo Boise Website

http://www.visitidaho.org

http://www.visitsunvalley.com

Read more about Zoo Boise on Yahoo! Travel

www.zooboise.org

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