One Of The Largest Zoos In The U.S. Is In Missouri, And It's Magical
By Beth Price-Williams|Published July 06, 2022
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
A trip to the largest zoo in Missouri just might result in a massive rush of nostalgia, but that’s not so bad, is it? After all, nothing really compares to strolling along the meadering paths of a zoo, stopping to visit the animals, snapping photos of our favorites, and swearing that giraffe just stuck his tongue out at us. Oh, and the treats? What would a trip to a Missouri zoo be without a delicious treat or two? Next time you’re not sure how to spend an afternoon, you’ve found your answer.
Sprawled across more than 200 glorious acres, the Kansas City Zoo earns props as Missouri's largest zoo.
The Kansas City Zoo is home to more than 1,700 animals, from kangaroos to seals, so you're sure to find your favorite. You might even discover a new favorite or two.
The Kansas City Zoo's animal encounters, which require a separate fee and reservation, allow you a unique one-on-one opportunity with some of the zoo's most popular residents.
We can all probably agree the animals are the main attraction, but a whole lot more fun awaits at the zoo. How about a ride on the train? Climb aboard the carousel, too.
All the excitement of a day at the zoo certainly helps work up an appetite. Visit one of the zoo's restaurants, or grab a delicious bite to eat at the snack bar.
Have you been to the largest zoo in Missouri? Share your experience in the comments! For a one-of-a-kind experience with the animals, plan a visit to The Gentle Barn in Dittmer.
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