Zoos & Aquariums

Memphis

Memphis Zoo

Ever fed a giraffe? Well, it’s totally hilarious. Here’s a little secret: Wear a maroon shirt like the zookeepers so these exotic animals love you even more.

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Join a family as they find out if sea lions burp or not at the Memphis Zoo.

THE KIDS HAVE SPOKEN. AND GIGGLED.

See what the littlest travelers have to say about this destination.

Kids age

Age ranges

Avg. Laughs Per Hour

148.4

Avg. Moments of Excitement Per Hour

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what the kids are saying

THE MONKEYS WERE SWINGING AROUND LIKE TARZAN!

floyd age 11

I’LL TELL MY FRIENDS TO BE PREPARED. THE CAMELS ARE REALLY SOFT!

jackie age 6

I GOT TO TOUCH THE GIRAFFE’S TONGUE. IT WAS SLIMY!

lauren age 9

CAMEL HUMPS ARE SOFT.

asha age 8

I SAW THE HIPPO BUTT!

kamal age 10

THE SEA LION SOUNDS LIKE HE'S BURPING!

sam age 7

LEGO Memphis Zoo and Aquarium entrance with Egyptian-themed walls, a giraffe statue, elephant fountain, palm trees, and colorful flags

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Memphis Zoo

THE KIDS HAVE SPOKEN. AND GIGGLED.

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