On six acres in Riverside Park, the zoo provides an opportunity to see more
than 150 animals native to the state, as well as other exotic animals from all
over the world. Spacious, outdoor moat-enclosed areas exhibit a variety of
animals in natural environmental settings. The Animal Kingdom building provides
a majestic array of reptiles, birds and small mammals. Guests can interact with
animals in the petting zoo and learn about conservation through education
programs. The Texas Zoo was proclaimed the "National Zoo of Texas" in June 1984
by a Texas House and Senate Resolution. Open 9 a.m.–5 p.m. daily; closed Dec.
24–25 and New Year's Day. Admission charge. 110 Memorial. 361/573-7681. www.texaszoo.org.
City: Victoria
Region: Gulf Coast
With so many amazing things to do in Texas, there’s not enough room to feature them all. So check out some popular attractions to see just how much fun your Texas vacation can be.
Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument
City: Fritch
Region: Panhandle Plains
Billy Bob's Texas
City: Fort Worth
Region: Prairies and Lakes
Caddo Mounds State Historic Site
City: Alto
Region: Piney Woods
Galveston Island Beach
City: Galveston
Region: Gulf Coast
The Alamo
City: San Antonio
Region: South Texas Plains
Devil’s Backbone
City: Wimberley
Region: Hill Country
Big Bend National Park
City: Big Bend National Park Area
Region: Big Bend Country
