We visited the zoo on a Monday afternoon on April 20, 2026. We had a really nice time walking…read morearound and we have always wanted to visit the NOLA zoo. It was a relaxing evening for us. We didn't really encounter anyone that worked there that smiled to say hello or goodbye. It was so nice how the zoo is thoughtfully set up for families. Lots of places to sit down and view the animals. The day that we went, because it was now closer to closing (we were there for about three hours) the animals must have been brought inside before 5pm. It made it difficult to see some of the wildcats because they were inside. The park staff does end up doing some pop up discussions. We attended one with the gorillas and it was interesting to hear about them. The giraffe feeding station has been closed due to construction. *** unsure when it will reopen but would like to share this as it was disappointing to arrive and discover this. The Asian elephants were interesting to see and learn the difference between the African and Asian elephants. I felt like the animals at this zoo and the habitats looked like they could use a little more upkeep. With it being spring and all, the leaves were in all their water habitats. We enjoyed some salt water taffy while we were walking and this was a nice treat.

The ladies performing the alligator exhibit did very well at public speaking, handled the crowd…read morevery well, polite, nice, and very informative In that environment, it's really tough to do that job They did great

This is one of my favorite places in the world…read more I have been to the Global Wildlife Center lots of times and it is consistently awesome. The animals are well taken care of and the staff is always fun and knowledgeable. Our tour guide (I think her name was Sonora?) was very nice and went out of her way to make sure we got to spend time with all of the animals we wanted to see. Couple of tips. First off, spring for the private or semi-private tour. You have more freedoms to roam around the park and it's definitely worth the extra cost. Second, no matter how much animal food you get, you will wish you had more. The highlight of the tour is feeding the animals and you will not want to disappoint them! Third, they have added some new attractions in the last few years that look awesome but we didn't get a chance to do them. There's a kangaroo walkabout and a capybara experience, both looked really cool. Finally, they are offering a "painting" by the animals. You add food coloring to a canvas and the animals "paint" with their mouths while they eat. It was absolutely worth it!

Very good experience. The animals were curious and engaging with the public on the wagon train. The…read moreconductor and employees working with the wagons and animal feed buckets and lines were humorous and considerate. There was plenty of space for observation among the people in each wagon. Warnings were given adequately about behavior of the animals and expectations of communication with the variety of animals. I might add there was easy access for Seniors, handicapped, and young children which was excellent! No steps to climb. Ramps were available to all riders. Live music was also pleasant and provided by a guitarist while waiting our turn to board. I'm sorry I have no names of the musician singing or the Southeastern students accompanying our excursion. All were incredibly entertaining. I recommend to pregnant moms also for a fun-filled Mother's Day next weekend. My two year old grandaughter was thrilled as were her daddy, mommy and MiMi!

I visited this zoo way back in 2005. (twenty years ago, but…read morehey.. whatever.) It was just plain sad. While I now don't agree with the captive nature of zoos, I can say I have good reason not to after everything I saw here. (which I still have on video.) Now granted, it's possible that they are all no longer alive, but I'm just giving my observations from that time period. (I can't say much for the time that has passed since then, but I have doubts.) The tiger seemed to have a hip injury that prevented it from standing or walking. There was a bear that did nothing but pace back and forth like a robot. The spider monkeys just screamed and peed on each other. Flamingoes stayed in the trees and refused to come down (I didn't blame them) Peacocks roamed free around the crowds. There was an emu that stared me down (possibly wanting the candy I was eating but he couldn't catch the tram I was riding on at the time.) There was a zookeeper riding around on a zamboni-looking vehicle.. now I could be wrong, but it appeared to be one to me. What would a zoo in Baton Rouge need with a zamboni?? I really wanted to see the elephants as they are one of my most favorite animals, but they were M.I.A! I wanted to feed this one bird that was swimming in a lake, but there was only one dry pellet.. even the food machines were empty and most of the animals seemed to be starving. I didn't look at the reptile room, but I'm willing to bet that all the snakes were well-fed! And the most egregious offense?... they kept at least 3 fully-grown giraffes in a small, enclosed room. It was disgusting. Made me feel bad for the wildlife.. or the not-so-wild lives that are being wasted in an animal prison. My younger self wanted to go to see some animals, which I love. In hindsight, I now realize that it was actually an opportunity to see with my own eyes why animals should be respected and live their lives far away from humans and their unnecessary traps. Something I myself prefer to avoid at all costs. God Bless those poor souls, then and now.

The Baton Rouge zoo is currently undergoing an extensive reconstruction right now, so keep that in…read moremind when planning your expectations. I have always been appreciative of the care the BR Zoo has shown for its animals, and it is nice to some investment happening to improve the area. Before I start - Yes, I went as an adult by myself, and YES, it was the perfect trip. I saw a couple of camps, some grandparents with littles, and several families there. It's a great way to spend the day no matter if you are with others or by yourself, so no, to respond to a friend, it's not weird going solo. I arrived and was greeted by a nice staff member who gave my my entry ticket as well as a bonus ticket for a future visit - because the zoo is undergoing improvements, you get a free return ticket to use before 12/31/2024. That's pretty great. There are maps you can take photos of showing you the suspended areas as well as where open exhibits are. Several of the enclosures are long over due for an update - the tigers need a lot more space, so that will be a nice once started. There are many different species in various areas, and on the hot day that I was there, many were very active. There is a brand new pigmy hippo exhibit with two of the species who are very active - that is certainly worth a trip. There are many seating areas, a children's playground and zoo area, an otter exhibit, and many many other things. The zoo's train is currently not operating due to the construction, but as I recall, that is a great way to see another part of the landscape. The staff were all out and about feeding, cleaning, and checking out the zoo residents. I very much enjoyed my visit, and I look forward to visiting again.

Today was a great day at the petting zoo. The students at Abita elementary pre k had a ball. The…read morestaff were friendly and related to the kids during all presentations. Animals and yard was clean and petting stalls were accommodating. Had a blast and we will be back

The amount of money this place makes every year in donations, membership fees, daily entrance fees…read moreto the zoo & aquarium, and operating tax free as a non-profit while being publicly funded by the state of Louisiana while only paying their custodian employees $13/hr is beyond evil. Next time you visit the zoo, ask to speak to the director Scarlet and ask her directly why the people who clean the bathrooms and empty the trash cans are paid so little that they must rely on public assistance while the whole place rakes in money hand over fist.

While the place was clean and neat, absolutely none of the touch screens were working. Mens…read morebathroom was filthy!! None of the hand dryers worked. Paper all over the floor. You could look at the exhibit but couldn't learn much if it had a touchscreen.

What an amazing place to bring kids! My daughter had a blast. The friendly staff helps you get…read morehands on with the animals. Bring a few bucks to purchase some feed. It's well worth it!

What a cute little setup! Make sure you close the two gates when you come in to keep in the…read moreanimals. Goats, a dog, an alpaca, an emu and pigs. Two of the pigs are named Mr and Mrs Chris P Bacon! Get it? Crispy bacon? hahahahahahahahaha very punny! You can buy some feed for the animals. $2 admission, $5 for the medium bucket of feed. Friendly employees, friendly animals. What a great place! I recommend for anyone in the area!

This place is perfect for a group visit, small groups, birthday parties, etc. My sisters and I…read morewent to the sloth encounter today and were so pleased. Ariana and her family made us feel so comfortable and welcome. We met other beautiful animals besides the sloth. They were all sweet, amazing creatures. The best tour we have enjoyed in a long time!