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Miami Metrozoo
12400 SW 152nd St, Miami, FL 33177
+1 305 251 0400
site: Miami Metrozoo
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This zoo is a great place to educate young children, and to inculcate values that support the conservation of wildlife and natural species. Different animals like tigers, rhinos, elephants, hunter dogs, gazelles, crocodiles and more wild animals can be observed at close quarters. Attend education programs, such as behind-the-scenes adventures, daily presentations in the Ecology Theater, and weekend programs. Different sections at the zoo have different timings. For example, the Amercian Bankers Family Aviary remains open from 10a-5p, the Children's Zoo is open from 10a-5p.

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Directions

From U.S. 1 south, turn right on SW 152nd St. and follow signs about 3 miles to the entrance, Public tram $4.95 plus tax, Monorail all day pass $3.00 includes tax

Area

South Miami

Parking

Free parking

Hours

9:30a-5:30p M-Su

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