Attraction · Ohio
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
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Jack Hanna made this zoo famous and it delivers. The Heart of Africa exhibit lets you feed giraffes from a platform, the aquarium has sharks, and the manatee exhibit is one of only a handful in the country. About twenty minutes off I-71 north of Columbus. If you've got kids under ten and half a day to spare, this is one of the best zoos in the country. The waterpark in summer is a bonus. Your kids will be exhausted by 4pm. Mission accomplished.
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Common questions about Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Where is Columbus Zoo and Aquarium?
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is at 4850 W Powell Rd, Powell, OH 43065, Ohio. It sits along I-71, which makes it a natural stop on a Florida-bound family road trip.
What are the hours at Columbus Zoo and Aquarium?
Typical hours: 9am–5pm (seasonal). Hours can shift seasonally and on holidays — always confirm on the official site before you plan your visit.
What's Columbus Zoo and Aquarium like to visit on a family road trip?
Jack Hanna made this zoo famous and it delivers. The Heart of Africa exhibit lets you feed giraffes from a platform, the aquarium has sharks, and the manatee exhibit is one of only a handful in the country. About twenty minutes off I-71 north of Columbus. If you've got kids under ten and half a day to spare, this is one of the best zoos in the country. The waterpark in summer is a bonus. Your kids will be exhausted by 4pm. Mission accomplished.
Is Columbus Zoo and Aquarium family-friendly?
Yes — Columbus Zoo and Aquarium earns a 5/5 family-friendly rating in our database.
How long should families plan to stay at Columbus Zoo and Aquarium?
Most families spend an hour or two at Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, depending on kid stamina and weather.