I hadn't been to African Lion Safari since around 2005--or maybe even earlier--so my memory of it…read morewas completely different from what I saw this time. I was pleasantly surprised! I loved how it wasn't overcrowded with animals, and you can tell they're very careful about safety--everything is well-secured to prevent accidents or escapes. The lions... wow! Absolutely majestic. Honestly, all the animals looked happy and healthy, and it really felt like they were in their own element. The drive-through safari takes about an hour to an hour and a half if you take your time, but you can also go through in 30 minutes if you're just cruising. We didn't try the food, but there were lots of options available, plus a couple of gift shops. The staff were super friendly and welcoming. I'll definitely be going back! Whether you're with kids, your partner, friends, or even going solo--it's such a fun and unique experience. If you're in or around Toronto, this place is a must-see!

The park is great, however, their website is broken, frustrating and just shit! I purchased 4…read moretickets as a Xmas gift. The website happily took my money, but the ticket download button is broken (nothing downloads). The receipt page says tickets would be emailed. Nothing was emailed. Very nice. I used their contact email and only then found out that the park staff are not available from December 19 to Jan 05! Very nice. Now I have nothing to give as gifts and will need to make a promissory note. Also very nice. Suggestion: Hire a student to design a website that works and is current. You can teach them something about the animals. Win, win!

May 12 2018. 1:30pm…read more Weather - cool, light breeze. Overcast. No rain forecasted. Typical chilly Ontario spring day. The good: This is an excellent, family friendly and highly enjoyable zoo. Plenty of animal variety. Not overcrowded or too busy. Not touristy or campy. It is a zoo experience, through and through. You learn about, interact with, feed, see and enjoy the animals. Animals are well taken care of and clearly happy. The exhibits are designed to be easily viewable. Staff are very friendly and the price is right. Free parking. The bad: None. The Ugly: None. Special Note: As with any zoo, please respect the animals and follow the staff lead regarding how to interact with them.

Haven't been here since I was a kid with school. Took family there today, age range adults to 4 yrs…read moreold and learning challenges. It was so perfect. Weather was mild, overcast, it spit rain. So...logistics. Easy to get to from highway. Clear signage to get you there. Spacious free parking (gravel) and a sweet covered bridge to get to the entrance. It already felt cozy. Reasonable prices, anyone who bitches is being cheap. Complimentary wagons for little ones in exchange for a signed waiver and a promise not to drive it into ponds. Seems reasonable. ;p The goat petting station is JUST inside and we were there like a magnet! So much fun. 25c to feed them, no loonie rip off. You can buy bear/wolf/deer food to feed the exhibit animals. Genius. Plenty of signage to talk about the animals, their personal habits and concerns you might have (shedding, animal noises, one with a sore hip, etc). The roaming peacocks are always great (little ones under mama's wing) and picking up stray feathers feels like treasure! See other review for paths, accessibility, care of animals evident, etc. They have shows at various times for kids in a covered seated area. They have a playground for those who need to take a break. There is a rentable log cabin for birthdays and events. Plenty of picnic tables scattered about. You can walk right up to the herbivore's enclosures to feed them -not the tigers and carnivores, obviously. Everything has a comfortable, familiar feel, the cabins have that Scouts camp paint job feel. No garish colours or obvious pandering to what 'kids forced fun feels like this.' There is a forest trail, FYI. On the way out I spoke with the owner as she mans the gift shop -how often do you get to do that? She is lovely and genuine and talks freely about past and future plans. She loves her job, and lives it. Bottom line: take 3 hours, family/friends, a picnic and GO.

we had a great time! the food was wonderful and the host was hilarious and an absolute sweethear!…read morehighly recommended

Amazing, fun, and plain great…read more We didn't have any expectations, and were pleasantly surprised by the owner's dedication to the business - she's actually going an extra length to educate people about ostriches, by showing instructional videos and etc. In addition to the obvious, i.e ostriches, there are also exceptionally adorable bunnies (think the Easter bunny movie), little goats, chickens, ducks, guinea fowls and etc. Lots of space for the kids to run around and have fun. I highly recommend using the opportunity to eat ostrich meat - they serve steaks and little samplers, so come hungry. You can also buy raw meat to take home - I did, and loved it. Overall, I know we'd definitely be back.

Living in Buffalo, NY, Safari Niagara is a quick drive. Took us less than 30 minutes to get there,…read moreincluding crossing the border. Our big mistake was going up around 1130a. This is a place you could totally spend all day wandering around. So much to see and engage with. Tram is free, food is reasonably priced and actually fairly decent quality for such a venue. I got a chicken sandwich and it was ACTUALLY chicken breast! Totally going to be back. Lots more to see.

Awesome place! Bettet than the toromto zoo! The food menu is reasonable compared to other…read moreattraction places. ( would be nice if they add tomato or lettuce on the burgers) the tran is so helpful to get around. So many attractions for kids even as adults we enjoyed seeing the animal and the live shows were nice. I highly reccomend coming here versus the toronto zoo.

So the zoo is a great space to walk with a stroller, younger kids, mobility challenged as it is…read morerelatively level, no steps and there is a large lot next to zoo. One of the only lots left and on the high park tourist train that goes around the park ($7 adults $5 kids and seniors) Bring a picnic and snacks as there is seating nearby and also a large play area for kids that looks like a castle. (suitable for 2+ I'd guess) No car traffic allowed in the park on weekends and I believe holidays so plan accordingly.

I went visit during the cherry blossoms time in May this year…read more It was okay but crowded by the fences. It's not something you would expect nor necessarily would go out of your way to visit. The animals were just there and chilling. One of the llamas was mildly interested in coming up and looking at us.

One of the first things I do whenever I go on vacation ANYWHERE is make sure I hit up the nearest…read morezoo. I do that because living in Buffalo has given me access to such an awesome one. Having something as fun and as historical as the Buffalo Zoo in your backyard makes it easy to take zoos for granted. The layout and design is perfect for pretty much anyone, from kids with no attention span to adults just looking for a place to take an interesting stroll. Getting a membership and visiting whenever I feel like it has been a great decision and it's highly underrated in the winter. You basically do a giant circle and can't really make any wrong turns even though you have a lot of things to see and a lot of choices about the order in which you see them. The renovations and upgrades that the zoo has put in place have made a really great place into an incredible one. I literally try to go to the rainforest every couple of weeks during the winter because it's an instant cure for the heavy Buffalo snow. It's not necessarily related to the zoo so much as the design, but the way it faces Delaware Park and has the buffalo enclosure open for the public to see makes me smile every time I see it. TLDR: one of the best zoos in the country. Not the biggest but definitely one of the most well planned and fun to visit.

The zoo in general I give 3/5 stars:…read more Parking and concessions are overpriced. The zoo itself is one of the oldest in America and it shows. Its desperate for updating. Other than the rainforest and Artic area, I'm not impressed with anything, especially VS other zoos. I've never seen a single person or zookeeper around welcoming guests or talking about the animals. Its almost always dirty and smells. No tech, nothing interactive. I get it, its a zoo. Healthy animals are the point and star of the show. And im sure the budget is skin tight. But the zoo shouldn't resemble the 1800's anymore. Other than the updated Artic exhibit, this place is exactly the same from when I was child in the 90's. I strongly urge to you check their schedule to see if any free events are going on to enhance your experience. Zoomagination (annual lantern fest) on the other hand gets a 5/5 rating and bumps this review. Its as close to Disneyworld as you can get in Buffalo. The lantern statues are stunning in the darkness. And the late summer vibes are immaculate.

The Toronto Zoo is a fantastic destination for families, offering a diverse range of exhibits…read moreorganized by global regions that make the experience fun and educational. The zoo is quite large, so be prepared for plenty of walking, but there are plenty of dining options to keep everyone refreshed. Kids will love the cool attractions and adventures, especially the TundraAir Ride, which is a must-try experience. Overall, it's a great place to spend the day and enjoy wildlife from around the globe.

This zoo is really nice but one thing I didn't like was that you have to long a long ways from…read moreexhibit to exhibit because they are really far apart. The zoo mobile is a little expensive and it's nice for transportation but the actual "tour" misses a lot of the main animals so if you do it make sure to get off at the stops and walk around so you don't miss anything. One thing that is cool though is that during the tour they take you up close to the animals and it's a really cool experience. Overall it's a fun way to spend some of your day but it doesn't take all day so you have time to do other things too.

Such a nice escape hidden in the heart of Toronto. From the small park just before the entrance to…read morethe beautiful large trail behind the zoo, this area really feels like a quaint little secret. Its not busy and its free to enter! An actual zoo and includes barnyard animals you can get right up close to! This is even encouraged. Some stools in the barn, perfect to help your litte ones get the perfect view. So much fun! Highly recommend!

Love this little free farm (we do donate every time we go) in the city with animals to observe…read more Been taking kid since she was a baby and we all love it. Now they have a centre open for babies and toddlers! Awesome!

Beautiful spot. Lots of parking, sitting places and clean. Whether it's to park, have a picnic or…read moretake a walk, great place

A beautiful, well-maintained park that offers a bit of everything trails, gardens, water features,…read moreand play areas. It's peaceful and lively at the same time, with tons of space to walk, relax, or picnic. Great for an afternoon escape!