Valley Zoo in Edmonton, AB

The Valley Zoo in Edmonton, AB is not as large as the zoo in Calgary but that's ok. This zoo is special as it is truly a learning zoo that takes pride in treating rescue animals as well as their involvement in zoological research and conservation. And with a master plan by the City of Edmonton to build onto the zoo to create even more animal and educational exhibits, future visitors will have even more to see and do.

While touring Edmonton, you will want to stop in the Valley Zoo for a few hours with the family and experience such events like feeding the sea lions, getting a bird's eye view of the meerkats and prairie dogs and even watching the majestic lions being fed. The staff is knowledgeable and is always ready to answer questions about the animals. They put on shows that are informative and really make you think about conservation efforts and endangered species.

In a special exhibit just for the younger folk, they can pretend to be wildlife veterinarians and learn how to take care of wild animals by manipulating real tools of the trade like stethoscopes and they can even role play as well. Kids will also get a kick out of cruising on a paddleboat or even hitching a ride on the train.

The Valley Zoo is open pretty much year round with reasonable hours so that you can not only fit in a few hours at the zoo but also get some shopping in at the nearby West Edmonton Mall. Be sure to stop by the zoo's gift shop and purchase a few souvenirs of your enjoyable, informative adventure.