Edmonton Valley Zoo

We had such a fantastic time exploring the zoo—it’s a perfect blend of fun and education for all ages. The exhibits are thoughtfully designed, and it's clear that the animals are treated with a lot of care and respect. We especially loved learning about the different species and the conservation efforts in place. The staff is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, making the whole experience even more enjoyable.

We're from out of the province so didn't know what to expect. We went on a sunny Sunday afternoon around 1 PM. There was lots of parking still and no lineups. The zoo was clean and spacious. The layout is well done, and our family had a great time. The staff we interacted with were pleasant and knowledgeable. We rode the little train which was a highlight for our kiddo.

We had a wonderful time visiting the Edmonton Zoo, and the meerkats were definitely the highlight of our trip! The zoo is well laid out, making it easy to navigate through the various exhibits. The kids were absolutely captivated by the meerkats; watching them dig and play was a joy and provided plenty of laughs. The other animal exhibits were equally impressive, with a wide variety of species that kept our family engaged throughout the day. The staff were friendly and informative, offering insights into the animals' behaviors and habitats, which added an educational aspect to our visit. We also appreciated the clean facilities and various spots to grab a snack. Overall, the Edmonton Zoo is a fantastic family-friendly destination that offers a fun day out while allowing us to learn about wildlife. We left with great memories and a newfound love for meerkats!

One of the most well kept zoos around. Extremely knowledgeable staff. We enjoyed strolling around and exploring animals across the world. A great place for kids to explore and learn more about animals.

This zoo is amazing. Beautiful animals, lovely landscape. All the animals were active and excited to see us. Would definitely recommend this for families or anyone who just enjoys the beauty of animals.

I went with my client who is in a wheelchair. We found at times it was difficult to manoeuvre around the zoo, it’s not the best for wheel chair accessibility, due to some hilly areas and bumps going in and out of the buildings. The disabled washroom/toilet going into the building with the cafe attached, within the entranceway to the zoo, can be hard to navigate. The door to the disabled washroom is what makes it awkward; there is not a press or a wave button to open or close it, it has a handle with instructions written in marker on the door and the door is also heavy and hard to pull and push open when entering or leaving it. Also, quite a few of the animal enclosures were under construction or closed (although this may have been due to the time of year we went…we went the 3rd week in September). However, my client was happy enough to see the animals that were available to view, including Lucy the elephant who was out for a walk around the grounds. It is affordable enough to get in and does have a nice little cafe and area to sit and have a drink or some food. Noticed that there were quite a few places throughout zoo to sit (benches and picnic tables) if you needed to make use of them.

Google Review for Edmonton Valley Zoo The Edmonton Valley Zoo is a fantastic destination for families and animal lovers alike! Nestled along the North Saskatchewan River, it offers a great mix of interactive exhibits and opportunities to see a wide variety of animals up close. The zoo’s focus on conservation and education is evident throughout, with engaging signage and friendly staff ready to answer questions. The new habitats, like the Polar Extremes and the Urban Farm, are well-designed and provide both the animals and visitors with an enjoyable experience. The lush setting makes for a lovely day outdoors. While the zoo isn't as large as some others.

Had the delight of attending Zoo Lights! Beautiful scenery. Naturally, since it was night time, not many critters out but the staff and food were incredible