{"id":33873,"date":"2023-09-14T13:40:05","date_gmt":"2023-09-14T13:40:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.exp1.com\/blog\/?p=33873"},"modified":"2023-09-14T13:40:06","modified_gmt":"2023-09-14T13:40:06","slug":"what-to-see-and-do-at-the-san-antonio-zoo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.exp1.com\/blog\/what-to-see-and-do-at-the-san-antonio-zoo\/","title":{"rendered":"What To See and Do at the San Antonio Zoo"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The San Antonio Zoo is an award-winning attraction and must-see for any traveler visiting Texas. The exhibits are impressive, and they\u2019re doing great things for animal welfare. In 2022, the zoo was ranked second in the nation for conservation and education. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Located in Brackenridge Park, one of the city\u2019s biggest parks, and close to the San Antonio Botanical Garden<\/a>, the zoo is a great way to spend the day learning about the thousands of animals who call it home. It\u2019s great for families, boasting one of the oldest children’s amusement parks in the U.S. Plus, the zoo is easily accessible from the San Antonio River Walk<\/a>, another San Antonio favorite attraction for visitors!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s everything you need to know about the San Antonio Zoo before you visit, including a little about its history, the best exhibits to see, and some local insider tips to help you plan the perfect day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the San Antonio Zoo?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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First, a little history about one of the country\u2019s most visited zoos. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In 1914, George W. Brackenridge<\/a> donated a collection of animals to the city. The famous San Antonio colonel donated several buffalo, deer, monkeys, two lions, and four bears, and this assortment of species became what is known today as the San Antonio Zoo.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In 1929, the zoo opened up one of the first cageless exhibits in the nation. Today, the Barless Bear Terraces and Primate Paradise still let visitors get closer to the animals and offer extraordinary views of the animals. The zoo continued to grow, and in 1948 the Friedrich Aquarium was established. In 1966, the Hixon Bird House opened, inspired by a tropical rainforest where a dozen species of birds are free to fly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The zoo is currently home to over 750 species that roam on the landscaped grounds that replicate the world\u2019s most stunning natural habitats. Known for their conservation efforts to save endangered animals, the zoo is one of the top attractions in the states, with over 1 million visitors every year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s everything to see and do at the San Antonio Zoo when you go, including the best way to navigate it, when to visit, and places to eat nearby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Things to do at the San Antonio Zoo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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