Reviews of Oregon Zoo (Zoo)

Nolin Green

10–30 min

Taylor Noonan

Yes

M.K. Hobson

Price for adult entry

Emily Badajos

Some great highlights. Some not so good. Tickets were pricey for a zoo (my opinion), but I was most impressed with the habitats. Especially, the Elephant. Enjoyed the visit.

Robert Kirkpatrick

No wait

Heather M

Reservation recommended

Judi Barker

Reservation recommended

Cassidy Anderson

Reservation recommended

Cian Campbell

10–30 min

Colorado Mom

$21–30

Tyler Lane

No wait

Sadie B

$21–30

Nate W

Free

Dwaine Miller

Yes

Anny

Yes

Brandi Cole

Wait time

Sioux Tomka

Reservation recommended

Terrie Paige

Price for adult entry

Shrisada Read

Visited on

Dino Nicolosi

Price for adult entry

Jessica Hughes

Yes

Laurel T

$21–30

Liza Russ

Public holiday

Myke

Wait time

Shameluss Dragon

Visited on

Anne Marie Morrow-Oropeza

Visited on

Rick Scrivens

Great zoo, nice loops to follow by organized by region. Don’t have to see them all if you have little kids. Bring a stroller with kids, lot of walking. Expensive food options, may want to bring a lunch.

Bilyan Belchev

Weekend

Cheri Sheldon

No wait

Joanna Porter

Wait time

Julian Bishop

Visited on

Jennifer Peterson

Great zoo, have a variety of animals, other than tiger and rhinoceros we were able to see all of them, great viewing points, specially the cheetah exhibit, will recommend it to everyone

Carter K

No wait

Morgan Jeffrey

Wait time

Reuben Stuart

Yes

Angelo L

Wait time

RAHUL H

Great Zoo! Every exhibit had an active animal. There are helpful signs, wonderful views, and a large variety. There were a handful of closed items, but not enough to be a problem. We went in the morning and it wasn’t too crowded until 11:30a or so. We didn’t eat here but there are options for food that doesn’t seem too expensive (for a zoo). They don’t do much to enforce the mask policy, most people are ok about it though.

Kailynn Cerny

Wait time

Randy Mckee

Visited on

charles compton

Wait time

Sarah Ko

Reservation recommended

Sherif Samy

The Oregon Zoo is such a great experience. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit. It was not overcrowded, and the exhibits had so many vantage points to view the animals. I had fun! Thank you!

Σαμουήλ

Price for adult entry

Alli Crouse

Weekend

Sophia Loves Cupcakes

Weekend

Lisa Boban

Disappointing improvement - $125M??? As zoos go, I suppose our zoo is above standard, so did $125 million buy as an average zoo? I begrudgingly write this review, so will present facts & photos. A zoo usually is a "better" option for many mammals coming from lower standard zoos. I don't agree with captivity in any scenario, but if we're providing a healthier, safer and to some extent, "enriching" environment, than, yes, zoos are the necessary result of human abuse, greed, neglect. etc to innocent creatures. FACTS: METRO owns our zoo. METRO has an annual budget of ~$400M For nearly 10 yrs, OR zoo was under construction with a $125M budget. Adult tickets are $25 pp There are 2-3 places to buy food and be seated at tables outside to eat/drink. The new Growlers eatery is larger than most enclosures, ie. the cougar enclosure. There is more space for people to eat/sit/consume than the elephants have to roam. WHY? I was able to see fencing from every angle in each enclosure - WHY? Their will never be enough room for wild animals who travel up to 100 miles per week, but I cannot support a zoo that has not evolved, especially with a substantial budget, and a VERY expensive reconstruction to overlook this. I was sick - especially the cougars, who's enclosure is about the size of my townhome - 2,500 sq. ft AND overlooking the condors - which is just cruel. NOT EVEN SURE WHY cougars or big horn sheep are in the zoo - these can be found in the mountains in the wild. The polar bear, Nora, was just plain lonely - I believe a friend has arrived, but she was just playing with her empty plastic pool and hiding from the laughing crowd. The black bears seemed sad too, and a group of mom's and their young kids were screaming at them and laughing - I reported them. PLEASE HAVE RESPECT. THEIR LIVES ARE GRIM ENOUGH WITHOUT HUMANS TAUNTING THEM. Disappointed, METRO. I cannot support this zoo and will continue to keep my animal advocacy eye close to you. On a positive note, the animals did look healthy and weights seemed appropriate for their species.

Yuan

No wait

Sandra Martin

Wait time

Cammie Straub

Despite the chilly fall weather, it was a great visit to the zoo. Animals that have always been hiding during past visits were out sunning themselves. Masks are required in indoor exhibits but not on the grounds. Great way to spends a few hours with a toddler outdoors on one of the few dry days we've had in a while.

Frank James Mabry (James)

Reservation recommended

Claire White

Visited on

Morgan Phillips

Great zoo for a smallish city. Nothing world shattering, but well organized with a nice variety of animals and efforts to treat them well. They also have some fun, not-too-expensive semi-private experiences with the animals. They do an annual Zoo Lights events around the holidays that is a highlight.

Jan Cameron

Yes

Antonio Martinez

Price for adult entry

Lucy Avalon

Wait time

Anna Cady

Went here for Zoo Lights last week. It was much better than I thought and I thought it was worth the price of the ticket although its a little more expensive than previous years. The lights were nice, some major gaps for Audio/Music. I really like the one-way walking path through the scenery.

Tom Deuce

Great Zoo! Every exhibit had an active animal. There are helpful signs, wonderful views, and a large variety. …

Audrey Zindler

Yes

Trinitie Fenn (Ann)

Weekend

Tyler Moerer

Weekday

Dayne Graham

10–30 min

Sara

Yes

Lepetit Rigory

Wait time

Tiffany C

Price for adult entry

Mattias Vel Zandt

The tunnel of twinkling lights was fun the rest was meant for going kids to point out the lights in different animal shapes. Nothing super impressive. It was nice to see once. I wouldn't do it again unless young kids are visiting and even then i think the houses decorated with lifts dancing to music is easy way way cooler and it's free ????

Natalie Dodd

Hands down the best zoo in Portland ever! You'll need a whole day here to get around and see everything. Animals looked healthy and enclosures were clean well maintained. Amazing close up views, beautiful Western Red Cedar Trees Not like other zoos where you can't see anything or there's nothing there. Had a great time for sure. I loved the Eagles! Thank you Oregon Zoo.

Kenneth Schopp

Visited on

Theanine3D (Theanine3D)

No wait

N N

Yes

ellen partal

Visited on

Cait Morin

Reservation recommended

Pavka 79

Visited on

Little Nel

No wait

Jeffrey Chan

Price for adult entry

justin donnelly

10–30 min

Russell Wisniewski

Yes

Douglas Hitlin

$21–30

Jennifer Olney

$21–30

Bryan Chasko

I went to zoo lights and it was a good time. It is a nice long walking path and they have lots of lights. You can even see a few animals if your night vision is good.

Tara

No wait

S “Bonifide2k9” E

Great zoo. Great animals. Terrible coffee. I really liked this zoo, went back in October was very nice, it’s not huge but the space is utilized very well, the exhibits are spacious and the animals seem to be pretty happy n well taken care of even for a zoo. Takes about 2-4 hours to check out the zoo, recommend a stop if ur nearby. You do have to pay to park here and the coffee is just gross, but if ya can get past that it’s an A+ establishment an above average zoo to be sure.

#TekPirateDemi Demigorn (Demigorn)

Weekday

Madilynn Klein

$21–30

Jenn Adams

No wait

Angelyka C

We love the Oregon zoo. Now that's more open it's even better. They finished the new polar bear exhibit. It's wonderful, can't wait to see the bears more. The new primate exhibit is also great. I recommend going early. It's less busy and the elephants are always fun in the morning. We once got to watch them play in the water. It was amazing. If you're local I recommend being a member. You save so much money and it gives you more reasons to go to the zoo.

Yer Chang

$21–30

Jeri Wolf

Yes

Amanda Isberg

Reservation recommended

Tammy Harwick

No wait

Dave Spybrook

Weekend

Stephanie Bullock

Wait time

Michael Diaz

Had an absolute blast!!!!! The key wasn't necessary, honestly I think we saw 3 spots. The pizza was delicious, the grounds were well kept. The staff was incredibly friendly, even kicking us out at 5:30pm, they were nice about it. The animals are beautiful, and new otters, and bugs coming soon. The chitlins had a blast, grandma and grandpa really enjoyed this fun little trip.

Terry Mabry

First half was just like a walk in the park. Nothing so see, no animals (no giraffe, rhino, etc.). As we were quite disappointed and heading towards the exit, we got to see lions, cheetah, elephants. Was a nice turn and we left happy with what we saw. Zoo overall was in great condition and lots of happy kids running around.

Daisy Erazo

Visited on

Jose

A lot of animals were taken out on the visit but easy to navigate and friendly experience. Animals appear healthy and active.

Denise M

No wait

Luna Quest

Yes

Craig Boline

Reservation recommended

Mrs “Lacey” Martini

They should tell you to enjoy the Christmas lights. It doesn't matter what time your train is. You walk one way through all the zoo lights winding your way to the train. Covid has the train at the end of your night. Do not run to the train and miss all he amazing light.

Daryl Briggs

Reservation recommended

Ryan Pollock

Yes

Saurabh Das

Reservation recommended

Cristina Corban

$21–30

Samantha Hollo

Reservation recommended

Lisa Berglund

No wait

Candice Dhuri

Had an absolute blast!!!!! The key wasn't necessary, honestly I think we saw 3 spots. The pizza was delicious, the grounds were well kept. The staff was incredibly friendly, even kicking us out at 5:30pm, they were nice about it. The …

Paul Onescu

Visited on

Sadie Collier

Visited on

Kimberly

Pleasantly surprised! Got there right when it opened and headed straight to the red panda! Glad we did, because they were walking around and active. Went back later to see the red panda snoozing. Loved the layout and the exhibits. Animals seemed active and well cared for.

Arun Kumaradas Raj

I love the Zoo, so does my daughter. She would happily go every day if I let her. Zoo lights is also amazing during the holidays

Lee West

Wait time

Cheshie Bonham

Reservation recommended

Brenda Stedman

Weekday

Ali Haider

$31+

Lena Antiskay

This zoo is really big, lots of walking. But it is very clean, animals look healthy, happy and alert. The habitats are large and setup so multiple people can look at the same time. Lingering is encouraged. I like that you can bring in your own food and drinks and their sugary treats sent all over the park in your face. You can also have a picnic at washington Park. I love visiting her and you can find discount admissions info on n their website.

Latasha Rodriguez

$21–30

Jessica Raine

Visited on

Adam Harden

Visited on

S Aaron

Weekend

jane L

Beautiful light display!! I am thrilled that I finally experienced it! I think to go in my car was nice because I stayed warm!! If you like to take a lot of pictures there is the problem of the cars in front of you with their brake lights! There was a very small amount of lights not working, but not enough for most people to notice. The employees were very nice and helpful. We had a car full of people, so it was worth the money paid. I definitely do recommend seeing this, at least once. I am thrilled that the Zoo does this every year to help support their work for the animals!☺️❤️

Serina Wong

Price for adult entry

JuanNadia Coronado

Price for adult entry

Matthew Wickman

Price for adult entry

Sharron Stanley

Visited on

Blake Waite

Weekend

Jenay McCord

Weekday

John Mc

Weekend

Keno Granger

Reservation recommended

Luke O

Wait time

Patty Bustamante

Price for adult entry

Pattabhi Rama Rao Yeleswarapu

Price for adult entry

mason lowry

Yes

R. Garner

Visited on

Katrina Kok

Visited on

Hollie Street

Yes

Jessica Pritchard

Wait time

E R-Sch

Weekday

ellee hunter

No wait

Haley Whitaker

$21–30

Cher Bailey

Wait time

Gisette Gile

Weekend

David Jones

Beautiful zoo with well curated paths and enclosures. It was a little rainy when we were there but almost all the animals were out and visible. Lots of educational things along the paths. They have cheetahs which are my favorite and they were right up by the glass grooming each other ????

Karen M

$21–30

Daniele de Oliveira (Dani)

Went on the first of January and they still had some snow from the week before but all the pathways were very well cleaned and salted. Couldn’t see some of the animals because of the cold I guess (it was a 27° kind of day). Some staff giving out some good information here and there like in the polar bear place. Cute Christmas lights all around and enough coffee and food shops. Some fun places for kids all ages to play around too. Totally wheelchair and stroller accessible.

CKG

No wait

Ronda Parras

Best zoo I've ever been to. I've visited the San Diego zoo, Detroit, Cleveland, Chicago, Rochester, Washington d.c. and animal kingdom in Disney world.... this topped them all! The park itself is gorgeously designed with winding paths, bamboo, indoor and beautiful outdoor habitats. Too many zoo's don't have their animals out, or they're so disturbed, they hide. Everything we wanted to see was out. They're all incredible and beautiful animals and so fun to watch. Monday at 1:30 pm we arrived... perfect timing. Hardly anyone there. I would say, give yourself 2 and a half to 3 hours to get through, unless you're with small children... then you'll want longer. In conclusion... I'm someone who has only been somewhat happy with san Diego zoo and their habitats... but portland zoo I whole heartedly can back. I will be returning.

charlet banks

The zoolights was a really great experience this year. I have been to the Oregon zoo a few times this year and love all of the recent upgrades. The lights were beautiful, there is food available and it is a decent walk through. About 60 minutes. If you receive benefits such as snap, or have a membership there Is a link to get a discount on their website. Parking is like 2 or 3 bucks an hour.

Michael Barto

Weekend

Felicia Sportiello

Wait time

Tim Miller

Wait time

Dustin Dimicelli

Yes

Josh

$21–30

Erandy

The Portland Zoo is so gorgeous! I loved all the changing foliage. It's is also a really clean and well maintained zoo. Lots of bathrooms, which is great with a kid. And as the parent of a sensory sensitive kid, I like they have signage for areas that might be loud, suggesting headphones.

Rick Briggs

Reservation recommended

Shawn Brooks

Reservation recommended

Lisa Davis

Visited on

Emily Harris

Yes

Prem Suganth

Yes

Amruta M

$21–30

John Pelonio

Price for adult entry

Teresa

Weekend

Linda Meglio

Yes

Sam Stoner

Reservation recommended

Rian Mulligan

Price for adult entry

Lexxi Kerr

This zoo, seated in a sort of complex or recreational activities (trails, gardens, etc,) features exhibits of various animals/insects. The park is laid out with an efficient walkway, that allows patrons to visit all the exhibits without having to double back. There's even a nice halfway-point, to rest or get food/drink. It is definitely a once-a-year visit, at least. And if you are visiting from the Eastside, take the MAX to avoid having to find parking.

Kaylyn C

Biggest zoo I've been to! They have a great gift shop, many places to buy food and drinks and so many exhibits here. This is also the first time I've been to a zoo where you can have alcohol which was an awesome experience. Definitely recommend as it has a train that leads right to it.

Malachi Hindle

Weekday

Kristina Whillans

Wait time

Linda Herrman

Reservation recommended

Teo Savin

No wait