Nashville Zoo

From African elephants and Caribbean flamingos to Bengal tigers and red pandas, Nashville Zoo is home to more than 2,100 animals from all over the world.

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    (615) 833-1534

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    nashvillezoo.org

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Address

3777 Nolensville Pike (btwn McNally Dr & Elysian Fields Rd) Nashville , TN 37211 United States

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Elke Nominikat

What a gem of a zoo ! Granted, you won't see tons of animals but those you do are to be experienced in an amazing setting. The bamboo forrest is <3 Tip: Give the animals time, they WILL move :)

Christopher Glover

Of course I loved it! Who doesn't loves zoos ? The only complaint I had was that some of the exhibits could be larger.You won't get to see all the animals in there prime photogenic modes, so come back!

stephen & sara

Nice walk. If it's cold don't expect to see birds or lemurs. But you get Half off a ticket. If you get there when it opens you beat all the families. Excited about the future kangaroo exhibit !

Ian Konsker

Truly a gem. One of the best zoo 's I have ever been to. the zoo is always improving itself and adding more interesting exhibits . One of Nashvilles best kept secrets. Plan to spend half a day.

Alexa Jane Brooks

Amazing place for a family day. Make sure you visit the flamingos!

GiGi M

Zoo is amazing, however Boo at the Zoo is not worth the $. We made several@trips thru the candy stations, and our Little’s left with less than 1/4 bag of candy . Barely covered the bottom of their bag.

Amber Curry

The zoo has improved so much! I love all of the changes! Got to see them feed the elephants today!!! Sunset Safari is a great event to attend in the fall!

K12 Inc

Did you know? The Zoo is involved with a program dedicated to saving the Clouded Leopard. The recent birth of 3 cubs introduced new genes into the American population for the first time in 20 years. Read more

Colin Lord

A really great zoo for the price. Lots to see. You'll need a minimum of a half day to see everything.

Brock Schweitzer

The zoo is constantly growing and adding new features. The jungle gym is a must for the kids. Save your money on the train .

HISTORY

Founded in 1996, this zoo is a product of the merger between the Nashville Zoo & Grassmere Wildlife Park . It is home to "Jungle Gym ," the largest community-built playground of its kind in the country .

City Saver

Use your Nashville City Saver coupon to receive 50% off one admission.

Nina D'Eramo

Beautiful and fun! Many opportunities to interact with the animals

Jessica

First time here and I'm very impressed! Very clean , organized layout :) the exhibits are also fantastic! Definitely worth $15!!

Travis Fitchorn

It’s great for kids. My son loved it!! ????✊????

Nate Schmitz

Buy the membership! In addition to this zoo , you can get discounted or free entrance into many zoos and aquariums across the country ! Great deal!

Juliet Orgain

The lorikeets are awesome. Don't skip them and be sure to buy the little cup of nectar to feed them.

Mimi Gates

Pace yourself and have fun. Remember to drink water and give younger kids time to take a rest.

Andrew Doerle

The amazing set up not a lot of animals but you really feel apart of the animals environment

Safe Arbors

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Mike Wentzell

Great zoo , and you acquire a little exercise too. Bonus! Decent assortment of animals. Relaxing.

Gavin Richardson

Coming from 3-6 is great, less crowd & the animals are moving around more. Some stuff closes earlier though.

Oliver Bouchard

I loved everything (despite some construction ), but the bamboo forest area was most impressive.

Jeremy C

Get to the Kangaroos right when the zoo opens to see them hop around and come up to you.

Josh Kersey

The Zoo opens at 9:00am on Sundays in the summer schedule. Beat the crowds and get there before the rush around noon. Especially nice if you're a member and you only want to stay a few hours.

ToryBurch

From African Elephants to a 66,000 square-foot jungle gym , the Nashville Zoo will keep everyone entertained.

Beth Dunkerson

Go early morning or late afternoon. 4 pm is great because the animals are lively , knowing it is feeding time.

Bradley Collier

Outpost station is amazing! Don't leave your drink outside the croft house, it will get stolen.

Greg L

Get a seasons pass. It will pay for itself in 2 visits. Skip the first few exhibits to avoid some congestion as everyone immediately stops.

Cheryl Murday

Dino trek was awesome especially the spitting water one ...lol my daughter loved it

Rose Perez

The jungle gym is nice. The zoo itself need more animals. There's plenty of land just not many animails

Ben Ramsey

In October, the Zoo does Ghouls at Grassmere . Be sure to get dressed up and take your kids for trick-or-treat at the Zoo .

Marques Stewart

It's a pretty small zoo - but the ability to walk around with kangaroos is pretty cool.

Lili Torres

The jungle gym is awesome. I loved it as a kid and I still do

Indya Viera

If you are planning on coming twice in a year (or more), then get the membership. It is well worth iy!

Lynne J

Lots of walking but has a lot of shade and seating. Bring cash

Dana B

Go first thing in the morning (it opens at 9), before it gets too hot and the crowds swarm in!

Overlook Tn

Only minutes away from the Overlook Apartments .....so close to all the amazing fun at Nashville Zoo! You can't beat that!!!

Amy

Wonderful zoo , great history. Dr Heather (Zoo Veterinarian ) is awesome!

Kirk Harnack

Kids love the meerkats. Let you child linger there as long as he wants to take in their antics.

Tom Beach

Use the 50% off admission coupon that is in the Nashville City Saver book - www.citysaver.com

Beth Lawrence

So much to do here for all ages! My one year old really enjoyed watching the meerkats. Read more

Chris Samry

It was such a fun expierence! Got to look at so many different animals!

LATRESA WITHERSPOON

Had a blast at the Zoo with my son's class . Many new and different animals to see. Check it out.

Serhii Lutsko

Nice atmosphere

Tonya Knight

Loved this place. Highly recommend!

Hannah Weber

Very shaded even on a sunny day!

McKenna Harris

It was awesome!!! The jungle gym is huge!

Erica Edwards

Avoid the zoo in May on Monday and Fridays - school field trips = insane kids everywhere!

Jeff Leavitt

Go early so you can see all the animals active!!

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Zoo Exhibit
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Closed and then kicked out. Really bad public relations, but sit in the restaurant and you can stay in the zoo. - Tim Edwards

7.9
Gift Store
Nashville Zoo Gift Shop

Very helpful and friendly. - Kendall Jenkins

6.2
Food Court
Zoofari Cafe

Food was delicious and way cheaper than I would have expected. Some items were under $5/6! - Jessica

9.4
Park
Centennial Park

Great park. Lots of places to run, walk the dogs, or walk around the Parthenon. - Jeiran Hasan

8.9
Park
Edwin Warner Park

Great outing for the kids or a stroll in the woods. Nature Center is very interactive. - Lyn H

7.8
Playground
Jungle Gym At Grassmere

Best jungle gym ever! - Chris Wojo

8.0
Historic and Protected Site
Grassmere Historic Farm

Great place to take the family !! There is really cool and very educational history based activities as well !! Overall a fun learning adventure for kids as well as adults !! - Ashley Owen

7.9
Zoo Exhibit
Kangaroo Kickabout

Oi! Let a Roo come to you and give em a pet, mate. - Cory