Zoo Atlanta was founded in 1889, when businessman George V. Gress purchased a bankrupt traveling circus and donated the animals to the city of Atlanta. Today the zoo is one of four zoos in the country housing Giant Pandas and has Wild life Education, Research and Conservation Programs. Admission Rates: Adults $22.99 + tax, Children (3-11) $17.99 + tax, Senior Citizen (65+) $18.99 + tax,...
Just minutes from downtown Atlanta in historic Grant Park, the exciting Zoo Atlanta features the Southeast's most impressive collection of wildlife from around the globe. Legend says that the zoo got its start when the owners of a traveling animal show went bankrupt and suddenly fled town. Today, popular exhibits include daily elephant demonstrations, giraffe feedings, and the acquired Chinese...