Denver Zoo

2300 N Steele St Denver City Park

Denver Zoo

Denver Zoo, located in City Park, is an iconic tourist spot in Denver that has been entertaining visitors since 1896. The zoo is home to over 3,500 animals from over 450 species, including endangered species like the Amur leopard and the Sumatran tiger. The zoo's mission is to inspire people to care for animals while also educating them about wildlife conservation. A fun fact about Denver Zoo is that its first exhibit was a black bear cub named Billy Bryan, who was donated to the zoo in 1896. Since then, the zoo has grown to become one of the most popular attractions in Colorado, with millions of visitors coming from all over the world to visit its exhibits.Apart from being a great place to see exotic animals up close, Denver Zoo also features various exhibits that showcase different regions of the world. For example, the Tropical Discovery exhibit allows visitors to explore the rainforests of South America, while Predator Ridge gives a taste of the African savannah. The zoo also offers various educational programs for visitors of all ages, from children's camps to behind-the-scenes tours.

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