Latest reviews about Henry Vilas Zoo - Madison, WI

jlc98531 says "Henry Vilas Zoo is a very nice, small zoo. " about Henry Vilas Zoo - Madison, WI

jlc98531 — Fri, 01 May 2009 03:21:45 GMT

Henry Vilas Zoo is a really nice, small zoo. My kids really enjoy going there. I believe that it is still free to go, but a donation to the zoo always helps the animals. You can see the animals close up. It is also a nice zoo for a company picnic if you are in the area. I know that my kids really enjoy the ape/monkey display. You can get really close to them (behind the glass). It is really easy to see the animals.

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MADCITYMITCH says "A MUST for all families with kids!!!!" about Henry Vilas Zoo - Madison, WI

MADCITYMITCH — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 06:33:21 GMT

I live right here in Madison, and NEVER feel the need to go to ANY other zoo! With complete updates, new playgrounds for the kids, a new cariousel, and new animal enclosures, the Henry Vilas Zoo is one of the best zoos around! One of the best things is... that the admission is FREE! It is large enough to keep you entertained, with both inside and outside animal observatories, yet not TOO large that children will get overtired. Having a beach across the street, a nature conservatory and all the downtown happenings within walking distance is also a great PLUS!! This is a MUST SEE for any family with children!!!...

tanddk says "A perfect size zoo for Madison." about Henry Vilas Zoo - Madison, WI

tanddk — Mon, 03 Dec 2007 22:30:18 GMT

his zoo is the perfect size for a most zoo trips. We like the free aspect so we can just go for an hour or so whenever and it is no big deal. The kids can run around and if we happen to see an animal all the better. I am also looking forward to all changes and improvements they are making. They don't have enough space to ever have elephants but we like the giraffes and are glad they are back. Parking has never been a big problem for us but we also try to stay away on the busy days.

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pjwebee says "A Must-See if you are in the area!" about Henry Vilas Zoo - Madison, WI

pjwebee — Fri, 23 Nov 2007 20:05:06 GMT

We live exactly halfway between Henry Vilas Zoo, and The Milwaukee Zoo. When we want to go ro a zoo, we almost always pick Henry Vilas. Of course being Free helps lot, but also, it's not so big that the kids get tired and crabby but big enough to have TONS of animals with great enclosures and viewing areas. We love the park like atmosphere in and around the zoo and the fact that it's close to downtown and other attractions in Madison is a plus too. Come see it, and you'll fall in love too.

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cneels6 says "Great place for families and children...and it's FREE!" about Henry Vilas Zoo - Madison, WI

cneels6 — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 17:34:12 GMT

This is a FREE zoo in Madison, Wisconsin. It's very clean and well kept. They have a great variety of animals including: lions, giraffs, bears, rhinos, an ostrich, flamingos...

My children love this zoo. There is tons of room for them to explore and a lot of room for strollers etc., but it's not so big that they can't make it all the way through in a couple hours. They have food but you can also bring in your own food if you wanted to do a picnic etc. They are also building a playground right inside the zoo, but there is also a nice park just outside the entrance of the zoo if your kids wanted a jungle gym.

The university also uses the zoo for classes so it's great education for kids of all ages! I can't say enough great things about this zoo and the community it's in!

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