Zoo Lou! The zoo is…read morea great place to visit! The Louisville zoo delivers in all kinds of ways. You can choose to buy tickets on line or in person. Make sure and purchase a membership if you visit the zoo lots. The parking can be purchased when you buy tickets, it's the easier way. After purchasing tickets, remember that it's hot and humid here . The best habitat to visit is the bird sanctuary. The humidity is high here and it's counterproductive with all sorts of ways of keeping it cool. The bird here will talk and communicate with one another. It's a great way to see the intelligence of these creatures. Most of the larger species of animals have issues dealing with the hot and humid conditions that the summer temperatures have here in the Midwest. The zoo does a great job at keeping their habitats cool and close to their natural environments. The zoo has all sorts of different kinds of wildlife to visit. The diversity of the animals are represented here by the zoo and all its wildlife partners and programs. We enjoyed the Lou Zoo and will continue to return . As the conditions of the seasons change the animals will change as well. We will need to come back and see how they have grown . Until next t

We've got a pretty great zoo. With my partner, we've been…read moremembers for the last year and one or both of us goes at least a couple times a month if only for a walk with exotic animal views. I love that they started an early morning free admission walking club and I know a lot of people who have made use of that. The special events (Boo at the Zoo, Asian Lights, etc.) have been well done and I can only imagine are a boon to the institution. Last year, my sister and some friends and I did a group photo shoot at the Zoo while they had a cross-property dinosaur exhibit on display to wrap up her bachelorette weekend, and it was a fun silly time. Worth a visit, with or without kids. There is something for everyone to enjoy here.

My husband and I did the wagon tour and had a blast. It was a little overcast and chilly but we…read morestill had fun. Steve was a super tour guide. He had stories about all the animals and took us right up to them. It was fun. Once we were done with the wagon tour we walked through the barn to see the giraffes and the other animals. I now want an armadillo! Lol! Then we drove through the whole safari in our truck. It was a bit different when you are eye to eye with the animals. But since we had already been through we knew which animals to avoid (emus and ostriches) and which ones we liked (camels). Then we drove through the Dinosaur area. I was skeptical but it was very well done. All of the dinosaurs move and make noise. We spent about three hours at Wilstem. It's also nice that your ticket works all day so you can drive through again and again! Oh and I bought some lettuce and fed a giraffe. It was so cool!

Taking the wagon -vs- driving your own vehicle is the way to go if you have little ones! No need to…read moreworry about the terrain or accidents with excited animals. The driver tells you about what you see and instructs you how to feed them on the way through, using the container of food you get when boarding. Includes access to the Roos and Crew barn. Lots to see there too!

Nina African petting zoo is the longtime petting zoo located inside of the Lousiville zoo…read more This attraction comes with the cost of admission and does not cost anything. Extra. Which is always nice. The petting zoo is medium sized and enclosed and consists mainly of goats and sheep. The Animals always seem friendly and well taken care of. They do have large sinks and sanitizer stations to clean up after petting the animals. Overall fun and nice perk at the Lousiville zoo that my kids have loved doing for years.

There's a nice petting zoo inside of the Louisville zoo. We go in here and pet the goats and the…read moredifferent types of animals. My daughters have a good time every time we go in here to pet all the different kind of animals

My friends and I booked the Mega Quest and Mega Ziplines for the same day…read more It's a pretty crazy experience to just walk inside such a huge cave and see these obstacle ropes courses. There are lockers available on site to store valuables. It costs $1 for each instance and you need cash. There is a machine to turn $1 and $5 into quarters. We did the Mega Quest first, which was shockingly a huge workout. The employees were cheerful, helpful and explained everything clearly. We worked up a crazy sweat and rested in time for our Mega Ziplines tour. We got Keegyn and Bethany, who were absolutely amazing. We were in GREAT hands! I'm actually terrified of heights but I was very proud of myself for getting through each zip line and keeping my eyes open! The Mega Ziplines course does have options for people to leave if they are too scared/anxious, but there IS a point of no return eventually. This was one hell of a way to spend a day out in some caves. Highly recommend.

This is a "must do" if you are looking for a unique family adventure. Our family group had ages 7…read moreto 57 and everyone was able to have an awesome time. Great professional staff and safety is their #1 priority. Located right in the city, just a short drive to get there. This is the most open cavern I have ever been in and you almost feel like you are in a dark warehouse, it's so big! No "tight" spaces of any kind. Heights might be your issue if that is a concern. If you have any climbing, repelling, spelunking, or exploring experience, this is a "walk in the park" for you. No experience is needed and they take care of everything. All you have to do is zip when you're told. Have fun! Shoutout to Bethany M., an excellent staff member.

Our tour guide was fantastic! He was knowledgeable, fun, and ensured we had time to look around…read morebefore moving on in the tour. As a privately owned cave, you can really get up close to cave features while still being respectful of the fragile ecosystem.

Was a great experience, and our tour guide was awesome, he was very well versed in the history of…read morethe cavern and made it a wonderful learning experience.

Explore more science!…read more Let your imagination run wild and free. Learn to discern and understand the meaning of our world around us. Explore facts and ideas that form and shape our world. Color with the language of your chosen subject and see the difference it makes. Learn about the state of Kentucky! How the caves were formed and created? The animals that are native here. Learn that even a small beetle in the grass means something to the eco systems that all co exist. Learn how sound waves travel . Did you know how cable bridges work? How about the different styles of bridges surrounding the area over the Ohio River. The Clark, 2nd Street Bridge, and Big Four Bridge are Truss bridges. Did you know that. Now you do! The science center is located on Main Street. You can purchase tickets on line or in person. You can choose to see the full exhibit and video for $29. Or for just the most of the museum all day long for $24. They have no local discounts. You will get your hands stamped and you can the same day leave and come back until they close at 5 pm. Parking is at a meter or the lots designated for the cars and trucks. You will know the parking lot it has a large dinosaur on top of the parking lot. It's open and not a garage. This is where we parked. You will need to add the parking via your cell phone with card. The museum has a local card that is unlimited if you visit a lot this is a great idea. You should consider! All in all it's a great place to visit especially with little kids. They have three levels of education and fun. The museum is enjoyable and engaging at every turn. The upper floor has a great selection of activities for older children and adults. It clearly clarifies the human condition and experiences that we all experience.

Tonight was a special event held in the IMAX Theatre to fundraise for Dolly Parton's Imagination…read moreLibrary. The movie "9 to 5" was being shown on 9/25 at various venues across the country. The theater has quite comfortable seating, great sound system, and unsurprisingly great visuals on the 4-story height screen. Boxed popcorn was even being sold in the first floor gift shop. An info table was set up on the third floor near the entrance to the theater with local reps available to answer questions for the Imagination Library and to solicit donations. Science Center has a large parking lot located directly behind the building. Cost is $8 for members and $15 for nonmembers. There is a pedestrian walking bridge connecting the lot to the science center. An elevator is also available to provide total accessibility and just so happens to be topped off with the triceratops statue originally seen at the Louisville Zoo many decades ago. Very nostalgic! Science Center appears well kept and brightly lit and a welcoming space. Employees encountered this evening were all quite welcoming and friendly. Looking forward to checking out future events at this venue.

Early November was a great time to visit this nature preserve. It was not overcrowded and the…read moreentry fee was just $5 for me and free for my 3 year old. It was the perfect amount of exhibits/animals for a young kid/toddler. We explored at a very leisurely pace and we were there for about 2 hours.

This is a hidden gem in Frankfort, KY. More than twenty years ago I visited this site with my…read morehusband and kids. I put it off of my bucket list of places to revisit at that time. It was next to nothing but a nice place to stroll around a lake and feed the ducks. This summer when my daughter and grandson came to town they requested that we forego our annual trip to the Louisville Zoo and give the Salato Wildlife Education Center a try. We went there and my expectations were extremely low. I was pleasantly surprised at the changes that occurred since I was here last. The small museum utilizes every nook and cranny with exhibits It is very informative yet fun for all. Then after making the circle through the museum we exited the rear door to the outside and began our leisurely stroll down paths and around loops to see all the live wildlife. Even though there were multiple families visiting at the same time the grounds absorbed the people so you didn't feel like you were in a crowd. There are many opportunities for kids to have a hands on feel for the subject matters. So the $5. for adults and the $3. for kids was well worth our afternoon visit to the center. Woohoo, I'll be back on my own just to walk the grounds again.

Very clean and a very nice area to visit fishing, camping hiking over all great place to stay or…read morejust visit to swim, fish , pick nick, cook out

We came here for the first time and had a blast! The paddle boats are a lot of fun and doable with…read morejust one person (if your other passengers are kids). The canoes are also great to rent but it was a windy day and it kept blowing us around lol. Prices for rental are reasonable as well. The lake is big but you can basically see the whole thing from one end to another. Which is nice if your family is on multiple boats. There is a disc golf course but I only played on a couple holes. The kids playground is a lot of fun and has some unique features. There is a petting zoo as well, basketball and tennis / pickleball courts. So much to do! Looking forward to going back and trying the camping!

Started walking here about 6 months ago,for the Convenience to where I live plus, a Park setting to…read morewalk in is Priceless! The Park is well taken care of,there are Park Rangers(hey! Boo,boo!) nearby everyday I am there. The asphalted path trails make it Nice for any Weather? I also read Joe Creason's articles every morning while growing up?

(This review is for the Joe Creason Parkrun, an event series, not the park itself. For whatever…read morereason, the site defaults to putting the review on the park page.) Parkrun is a free, weekly, timed 5k run, and the local chapter organizes the event in Joe Creason every Saturday at 9 a.m. On a typical Saturday, you'll see a few dozen people gather, everyone from competitive runners to walkers, and plenty of hacks like me somewhere in between. The local chapter is just one of about 100 around the country (and more globally), and it's completely run by a dedicated group of socially-minded volunteers. Sometimes they wear cute outfits. Sometimes they bring snacks to share with finishers. And they always bring a lot of energy. It's easy to sign up online and all you have to do is arrive by 9:00 and have your barcode on your phone. The Creason course can be a little confusing at first -- it's essentially a big figure 8 that you run 2 1/2 times. You find yourself at the center of that 8 no fewer than five times. And you have to run up a sizable hill twice, so you'll get your pulse working. As of this writing, I've done the Parkrun 11 times in the past couple of years (I've only volunteered once so far, but I hope to do better next year). Highly recommend it for anyone looking to either train for a bigger race or just mix up their own running routine. You'll be rubbing elbows with a lot of other nice people.