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Tucked away in an old limestone quarry and open 365 days a year, the San Antonio Zoo is home to more than 9,000 animals of 779 species. Established in 1914, the zoo spans 56 acres and was one of the first ‘cageless’ zoos in the country.
The zoo has received several awards for their unique breeding program, which included being the first zoo to successfully reproduce the endangered white rhinoceros in North America, and has one of the largest collections of birds in America.
The best way to see and experience the zoo is on the historic San Antonio Zoo Eagle, a miniature train that chugs around the zoo, Brackenridge Park and along the San Antonio River, with various stops at the Witte Museum, Kiddie Park, and the Japanese Tea Gardens. Enjoy lunch at the train depot café located next to the train depot gift shop.
3903 N. St. Mary's St., San Antonio, Texas, Phone: 210-734-7184
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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