This small but well-designed zoo won't tax the children's—or your—patience. There are plenty of shady places to sit, a wonderful gift shop, and a snack bar to rev you up when your energy flags. The zoo's adorable newborns and the South American enclosure with its rain forest and exotic birds are popular. If you're visiting in summer, go early in the day when the animals are active. The park surrounding the zoo has playground structures and a lake where you can feed ducks and rent paddleboats.
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