Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden®

Home of the world famous hippo Fiona. Family friendly Zoo committed to inspiring visitors with wildlife and saving species.

The Zoo is temporarily closed.

Animal Programs

For more info about the animal experiences below, click here.

Kroger Cheetah Encounter

There will be no encounters at this time

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Cheetah Encounter Sponsored by: 

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The Zoo partners with the Joanie Bernard Foundation to spread the word about responsible pet ownership and the benefits of spaying/neutering domestic cats.

First Watch Blakely’s Barnyard Bonanza

There will be no encounters at this time

A fast-paced, fun, family-friendly interaction in our Children’s Zoo.

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Blakely’s Barnyard Bonanza Presented by: 

Ameritas Wings of Wonder

There will be no encounters at this time

This special encounter where you can watch birds fly, call, mimic, climb and outsmart their trainers.

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Wings of Wonder Bird Encounter Sponsored by: 

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