Scotland’s only safari park — drive through enclosures with lions, giraffes, and rhinos, then enjoy the adventure playground, sea lion shows, and boat ride. An absolute full-day family classic. Book online for discounts. Address: Blair Drummond, Stirling FK9 4UR Google Maps: Click here for directions Cost: Paid $$$
Intimate indoor zoo with sloths, lemurs, exotic reptiles, and parrots in a tropical setting. Kids can hold some animals. A unique, up-close wildlife experience perfect for any weather. Address: 109 Nascar Dr, Sevierville, TN 37862 Google Maps: Click here for directions Cost: Paid $$
Hands-on petting farm where kids can feed and pet reindeer, zedonks, kangaroos, and more. Pony rides and gem mining also available. A sweet, unhurried outing loved by toddlers especially. Address: 478 Happy Hollow Ln, Sevierville, TN 37876 Google Maps: Click here for directions Cost: Low Cost $
Intimate wildlife sanctuary with African lions, giraffes you can feed, and a giraffe painting experience. Only 20 min from the Strip. A genuinely magical, up-close animal encounter for kids. Address: 382 Bruner Ave, Henderson, NV 89002 Google Maps: Click here for directions Cost: Paid $$
The #1 kid destination in all of China. See giant and red pandas up close in a lush, park-like setting. Arrive at opening (7:30am) to catch panda feeding time. Address: 1375 Panda Ave, Chenghua, Chengdu, Sichuan 610081 Google Maps: Click here for directions Cost: Paid $$
Full zoo with giant pandas, tigers, giraffes, and more. More affordable than the Panda Base and less crowded. Good complement if kids want to see a wider variety of animals. Address: 234 Beisanhuan Rd, Chenghua, Chengdu, Sichuan 610051 Google Maps: Click here for directions Cost: Low Cost $
Full-scale zoo with penguins, gorillas, and giraffes plus a dedicated children’s zoo section. Flat, easy stroller terrain throughout. Address: Sloat Blvd & Great Hwy, San Francisco, CA 94132 Google Maps: Click here for directions Cost: Paid $$
Home to giant pandas, which are always a huge hit with kids. One of the oldest and largest zoos in China. Easy to spend a full morning here. Address: 137 Xizhimenwai St, Xicheng, Beijing 100044 Google Maps: Click here for directions Cost: Low Cost $