Zoos
Asia Quest
📍 Powell, OH 43065🌐 www.columbuszoo.org/home/visit/explore-your-columbus-zoo/asia-quest
🕐 Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–5 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–5 PM |
About Asia Quest
Asia Quest is a zoo in Powell, OH. Asia Quest features one of America's top suitable tiger exhibits, housing Amur Tigers with spacious enclosures where animals are notably active. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 11 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Area
- Asia Quest at Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
- Best For
- All ages
- Key Highlights
- Asian elephants (including newborn calves), Amur tigers, red pandas, sloth bears, interpretive learning center
- Membership
- Available
💡 Did You Know?
- Asia Quest features one of America's top suitable tiger exhibits, housing Amur Tigers with spacious enclosures where animals are notably active
- Two Asian elephant calves were born at Asia Quest in 2025: Rita Jean (July 23) and Ollie (October 21), indicating active breeding program success
- Asia Quest Aviary features nearly 10 bird species and is located seasonally on a path beyond the red panda habitat, with seasonal operational hours
- The Naomi Coyle Dempsey Quest for Enlightenment Interpretive Center provides interactive wildlife encounters with sloth bears, langurs, bats, and water monitors alongside educational signage
- Asia Quest houses rare Asian animal species that are difficult to find in American zoos, including Pallas' Cats, Markhor, Red Crowned Cranes, and Reeves Muntjac
💬 What Visitors Say
- Don't miss the Red Pandas and Pallas' Cats exhibits - multiple visitors highlighted these animals as particularly active and engaging, with red pandas often being more awake here than at other venues
- Read the interpretive signs in the Naomi Coyle Dempsey Quest for Enlightenment Center for fascinating educational information about the animals - this interactive center is specifically designed to enhance understanding
- Plan a winter visit to see animals at their most active - reviews mention 'many animals love winter' and the zoo operates year-round with seasonal changes that enhance the experience
- Visit the Asia Quest Aviary located on the path beyond the red panda habitat - this seasonal exhibit features nearly 10 bird species and shouldn't be missed when it's open
- Consider timing your visit around the baby elephant celebrations (Rita Jean born July 23, 2025 and Ollie born October 21, 2025) or other special seasonal events for enhanced engagement and photo opportunities
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