Suggestions for Zoo near Royal Oak

Robert Jim F. • June 13, 2017I loved the zoo as a kid, even though I grew up in Wisconsin. Many say it's not awesome but really I've been to a dozen and Detroit is my favorite. If you live here I highly recommend membership.

sarcasm • August 22, 2014a wonderful path weaves through the kangaroo enclosure allowing you to share their space.

Tori C. • November 11, 2013Zoo boo is always great for the kids

Brandon C. • July 27, 2013Always an awesome spot to check out when you first enter the zoo. Don't miss it!

Robin C. • October 4, 2011The seals make great food for the polar bears.

sarcasm • August 21, 2014the zoo thoughtfully heated the rocks in front of the glass, and the lions thank them by sleeping there.

Joe C. • May 11, 2018Amazing. Biggest attraction at the zoo by far.

Edythe F. • May 20, 2015Really natural habitat and close. Detroit Zoo flow!

Ana Flavia • August 12, 2012New picnic tables!

Rose D. • May 10, 2011Take time to enjoy the animals!

sarcasm • August 22, 2014some new(ish) younger otters frolicking around. don't forget to check out the outside window.

Sara Kay R. • August 16, 2011One of my nephew's favorite stops along the way! :-)

sarcasm • August 21, 2014glorious selection of frogs, with some nice surprises, giant salamander anyone? and homer the sloth!

Robert Jim F. • June 13, 2017They don't kill their gorillas

Heazee G. • August 23, 2012You have to buy the giraffe encounter tickets at the gate! $5

Jason D. • July 8, 2016I recommend visiting the zoo as often as you can, and try different times of the day.

sarcasm • September 24, 2014it's a water tower. at the zoo. cool mural though.

Jennifer • October 25, 2018Good views on the outside fences but inside it's hard to see because of the railing separating the gates. Also the owl has been moved.

Mike J. • August 29, 2011don't get poo'd on!

Rose D. • June 6, 2011crazy animals beat each other with birds