Established in 1955, the Birmingham Zoo is home to an incredible variety of animals from six of the world's seven continents.

Spread out over more than 120 acres, it's the largest zoo in the state, and visitors will have the chance to see more than 700 animals representing approximately 230 species. Highlights include the African Savanna, the Sea Lion Show, and the Predator Zone, but there are rhinos, flamingos, and many more animals as well.

Behind the scenes tours of the animal enclosures are available for an additional fee, and there are also several restaurants and children's rides.

Birmingham Zoo, 2630 Cahaba Rd, Birmingham, AL 35223, Phone: 205-879-0409, Facebook

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