Zoos
Columbus Zoo Texas
📍 2107 State Hwy 71, Columbus, TX 78934🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–5 PM |
About Columbus Zoo Texas
Columbus Zoo Texas is a zoo in Columbus, TX. Features a 10-foot python named 'Hugger' that visitors can pose for photos with, making it an interactive and memorable animal encounter. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 54 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Best For
- All ages
- Highlights
- Animal encounters, petting zoo, 10-foot python photo ops, giant tortoises, capybara interactions
- Admission
- Adults $19.95, kids $13.95, under 3 free
- Hours
- Wed-Sun 10am-5pm (closed Mon-Tue except for field trips/special events)
💡 Did You Know?
- Features a 10-foot python named 'Hugger' that visitors can pose for photos with, making it an interactive and memorable animal encounter
- Offers hands-on interactive exhibits where visitors can enter animal enclosures and directly interact with capybaras, giant tortoises, young ostriches, and friendly reptiles
- Houses a Galapagos tortoise and Cuban crocodile, which are relatively rare species for a regional zoo, indicating a curated collection of exotic animals
- Maintains a dedicated serpentarium exhibit featuring a giant python and other friendly reptiles available for direct interaction with visitors
💬 What Visitors Say
- Don't miss the interactive animal encounters - you can enter enclosures to get up close with capybaras, giant tortoises, and a young ostrich, plus take photos with 'Hugger' the 10-foot python for a memorable experience
- Budget an extra $6 for animal feeding experiences - the petting zoo feed ($3) and turtle feed ($3) are popular interactive activities that enhance the visit
- Walk-ins are welcome, so there's no need to plan far in advance, making this a great option for spontaneous family outings or last-minute activities
- Ask about private tours when booking - they're available and ideal for groups wanting a more personalized educational experience with staff guidance
- If planning a birthday celebration, inquire about private birthday party packages which can be customized for your group
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