Best For
Families with young children and quick wildlife encounters.
Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park
US
Zoo·Cozy, Friendly, Peaceful
Nestled in Tautphaus Park, the Idaho Falls Zoo is a 'hidden gem' that offers an intimate wildlife experience. Despite its modest size, it houses an impressive variety of animals from around the globe, including lions, zebras, and a popular penguin exhibit. The zoo is specifically praised for its walkable layout, allowing visitors to see everything in two to three hours—making it ideal for those with young children. Guests can enjoy interactive features like a petting zoo, bird aviary, and seasonal activities like face painting. It’s a well-maintained, peaceful destination that brings you closer to the animals than many larger metropolitan zoos.
Nestled in Tautphaus Park, the Idaho Falls Zoo is a 'hidden gem' that offers an intimate wildlife experience. Despite its modest size, it houses an impressive variety of animals from around the globe, including lions, zebras, and a popular penguin exhibit. The zoo is specifically praised for its walkable layout, allowing visitors to see everything in two to three hours—making it ideal for those with young children. Guests can enjoy interactive features like a petting zoo, bird aviary, and seasonal activities like face painting. It’s a well-maintained, peaceful destination that brings you closer to the animals than many larger metropolitan zoos.
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Address
2940 Carnival Way,Idaho Falls, ID 83402, USA
Websiteidahofallsidaho.gov
Phone(208) 612-8552
Hours
ClosedDaily 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Highlights
Up-close encounters with lions, zebras, and penguins.
Manageable size perfect for toddlers and short attention spans.
Interactive petting zoo and bird aviary.
Well-maintained grounds and healthy-looking animals.
Fun extras like face painting and penny stamping machines.
Occasion Tags
Family, Tourists, Locals
Reviews
4.6
Excellent2,8 K reviews
Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park is widely regarded as a 'hidden gem' and a perfect destination for families. Reviewers frequently highlight the zoo's manageable size, noting that it is easy to navigate with young children and can be fully explored in about two to three hours. Visitors appreciate the ability to get closer to the animals compared to larger zoos, with specific mentions of lions, zebras, and the popular penguin exhibit. The facility is described as well-maintained, cozy, and peaceful, with animals that appear healthy and well-cared for. Families enjoy the interactive elements such as the petting zoo, bird aviary, and face painting stations. While smaller than metropolitan zoos, its friendly atmosphere and diverse international collection make it a highly recommended local attraction.
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Location
Idaho Falls, Idaho, United States
