
Philadelphia Zoo in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Philadelphia Zoo was started in March of 1859, making it the oldest zoo in Not only is it a fanciful, family-friendly park with 1,300 animals to discover, it’s a revered historic site celebrating the many years of successful zoology in the United States. With 42 acres to explore, you’ll want to show up early and be ready for a full day.

Cincinnati Zoo in Cincinnati, Ohio

Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden is one of the oldest zoos in the United States, having opened in 1873. The modern value of the Cincinnati Zoo is inherent in its vast collection of endangered species and plants, including macaws, Indian rhinos, cheetahs, Brazilian ocelots and Western Lowland gorillas. Successful breeding programs for all of these species have earned the zoo the unofficial nickname, “The Sexiest Zoo in America”.

Roger Williams Park Zoo, Providence

Roger Williams Park Zoo is one of the oldest zoos in America, opened in 1872 Along with snow leopards, a cheetah, and bears, it houses an impressive bug exhibition whose star attraction is giant Brazilian cockroaches. If insects aren't your thing, stroll through the 438-acre Victorian park.



