Stop by Jacksonville Zoo - A Vacationer's Paradise

For parents and children traveling together it is often tough to find a place that is of interest to both parties. Parents like educational and edifying outings while children just want to be let loose and have fun. A great way to combine both interests is to plan a trip to the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens. The children love looking at animals and running around in excitement while parents can learn more and also be assured of their children getting some good out of the trip.

The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens has been built at the head of the Trout River over a land area of around 110 acres. More than 2000 different animals can be found in the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, making it one of the most loved and recommended attractions in Jacksonville.

The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is kept open through the entire year. The only holidays in the year are on Christmas Day and Thanksgiving Day. The zoo is kept open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. in the summer period, which is observed from 6th of March to 7th of September the zoo timings are extended till 6:00 PM on the weekends and on holidays.

The admission ticket to the zoo for adults is rated at $13.95, for children between 3 and 12 years of age is rated at $8.95 and for senior citizens above 65 is rated at $11.95. There is no charge for vehicle parking at the zoo.