Oregon Zoo

Frommer's Review

The Oregon Zoo is perhaps best known for its elephants and has the most successful breeding herd of elephants in captivity. However, in recent years, the zoo has been adding new exhibits and branching out beyond the world of pachyderms. The Africa exhibit, which includes a very lifelike rainforest and a savanna populated by zebras, rhinos, giraffes, hippos, and other animals, is one of the most realistic habitats you'll ever see at a zoo. Equally impressive is the Alaskan tundra exhibit, with grizzly bears, wolves, and musk oxen. The Cascade Crest exhibit includes mountain goat habitat, and in the Steller Cove exhibit, you can watch the antics of Steller's sea lions and sea otters. Don't miss the bat house or the Amazon Flooded Forest exhibit.

The zoo's SimEx-Iwerks Simulation Theatre, a 3-D thrill ride, is a big hit with kids. In the summer, there are outdoor concerts in the zoo's amphitheater; admission prices vary.

All Aboard! -- The Washington Park and Zoo Railway travels between the zoo and the International Rose Test Garden and Japanese Garden. Tickets for the miniature railway are $3.50 for adults, $2.75 for seniors and children 3 to 11, and free for children under 3. There's also a shorter route that just loops around the zoo.

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

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