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Metrozoo

  • Address: 12400 Coral Reef Dr., (S.W. 152nd St.), Richmond Heights, Miami, FL, 33177 | Map It
  • Phone: 305/251-0400
  • www.miamimetrozoo.com
Write a review | Avg. member rating: 2.8/5

Fodor's Review:

Don't miss a visit to this top-notch zoo, 14 mi south of Miami. The only subtropical zoo in the continental United States, it has 290 acres that are home to more than 900 animals, which roam on islands surrounded by moats. Take the monorail for a cool overview then walk around to take a closer look at such attractions as the Tiger Temple, where white tigers roam, and the African Plains exhibit, where giraffes, ostriches, and zebras graze in a simulated natural habitat. You can even feed veggies to the giraffes at Samburu Station. The Wings of Asia aviary has about 300 exotic birds representing 70 species flying free within the junglelike enclosure. There's also a petting zoo with a meerkat exhibit and interactive opportunities, such as those at Dr. Wilde's World and the Ecology Theater, where kids can touch Florida animals like alligators and opossums. An educational and entertaining wildlife show is given three times daily. In addition to standard fare, the snack bar offers local favorites such as Cuban sandwiches, arepas (corn pancake sandwiches), Cuban coffee, and cold beer.

  • Cost: $15.95, $11.95 per child. 45-min tram tour $4.95
  • Open: Daily 9:30-5:30; last admission 4PM
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Reviewed by farvabc from New York on 7/14/07
The Miami Metro-zoo is decent as far as zoos go... word on the street is that they are still recovering from all the losses they suffered during Hurricane Andrew. With that in consideration, the zoo is nice but not up to par with more of your big zoos (san diego, dc, bronx zoo, etc) so its not a must-see

Member Rating: 2.8
Ratings details: Experience: 3.0 Ease: 3.0 Value: 3.0 Don't Miss: 2.0
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