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Rides

Zoo-It-All!

An all day adventure for just $9.99 (admission to the park not included)
*Wristbands available beginning in May. Single ride admission available prior to May.

Rides Open:

  • Memorial Day - Labor Day (Daily) 10 a.m. to Close
  • After Labor Day - October 31 (Weekends) 10 a.m. to Close
  • November 1 - March 15 (Please call ahead for availability at 614-724-3485) 10 a.m. to Close
  • March 16 - Memorial Day (Weekends) 10 a.m. to Close  
 

Carousel

Located on the west side of the Zoo near Bob and Evelyn’s Roadhouse, enjoy the upbeat sounds and the thrill of riding on our authentic 1914 Mangel-Illions Carousel complete with 52 original horses, chariots and band organ. Individual rides may be purchased for $1 per rider. 
Opens Daily: Saturday, March 2, 2013
 
 
 

Bob Evans Express Train Ride

Individual rides may be purchased for $1 per rider.
Opens: Daily Saturday, March 9, 2013 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Dinosaur Island Boat Ride

Help Jungle Jack Hanna locate and identify dinosaurs that are on the loose! Riders must be 42" tall to ride alone. Those under 42" who are able to walk must be accompanied by an adult (one adult per child). Infants that cannot walk are not permitted on this ride.

 

Grange Insurance Stings, Wings N’ Play Things Park

Children's playground located between African Forest and Voyage to Australia and the Islands.
Opens Daily: Saturday, March 9, 2013 
 

Polar Playground

Children's playground located in Polar Frontier in North America.
Opens Daily: Saturday, March 9, 2013

 

Pony Ride

Purchase tickets at the train station. Pony rides are $4 per rider.
Opens Weekends: Saturday March 23, 2013
Opens Daily: Saturday, May 25, 2013
 
CLICK HERE for more information on the rides in Jungle Jack's Landing.
 
*Hours of operation for the rides are subject to change without notice. For a list of rides in operation, please call
(614) 724-3485.
 
**CLICK HERE to view ride restrictions.