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New Orleans zoos are well known
for its animal residents. Observe animals in their natural habitat
or marvel at their playful antics. Treat yourself to a day at the
aquarium, zoological park, or gardens.
Alexandria Zoological Park, La.
Address: 3016 Masonic Drive or US Highway 165 Business, approximately 1
mile from the south traffic circle and two blocks from the Alexandria
Mall.
Phone: (318) 473-1143
Hours: The zoo is open 7 days a week, from 9 am to 5 pm. We are only
closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.
The Alexandria Zoological Park was founded in 1926, encompasses 33 shady
acres and is home to more than 600 animals. It is owned and operated by
the City of Alexandria, Louisiana. The award winning Louisiana Habitat
Exhibit is the zoo's newest addition, which opened in October 1998. This
3.5-acre exhibit features native Louisiana flora and fauna as well as
examples of habitats and architecture found throughout the state.
Aquarium of the Americas, New Orleans, La.
Address: Canal Street
Phone: (504) 861-2537
Hours: Open Daily
With more than 15,000 specimens of fish, birds and reptiles in their
natural habitat, and over a million gallons of water, The Aquarium of the
Americas (affiliated with the Audubon Zoological Gardens) is one of the
most impressive and innovative aquariums in the world.
Audubon Park and Zoological Garden, New Orleans
Address: 6500 Magazine Street
Phone: (504) 581-4629
Hours: daily: 9:30am-5pm
The Audubon Zoo offers visitors a global safari adventure in such exotic
environments as the African Savanna, the Australian Outback, the Asian
Domain, and the Louisiana Swamp.
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