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Visitor tip
World of Primates is the must-see highlight of Fort Worth Zoo with multiple viewing angles and levels that offer guaranteed gorilla sightings. Start your visit here to experience the most active and engaging animals, especially early in the day when primates are most animated.
Visitor tip
The zoo maintains exceptional cleanliness standards throughout all habitats and grounds. This makes it an excellent choice for families with young children or those with health concerns, so you can focus on enjoying the experience rather than worrying about sanitation.
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Attend zookeeper week events and keeper talks to enhance your educational experience. These special programs provide insider knowledge about animal care and behavior that you won't get from exhibits alone, making them ideal for school groups and curious learners.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Main Attraction
- World of Primates featuring gorillas and mandrills
- Key Exhibits
- African Savannah, Asian Falls, Australian Outback, Great Barrier Reef
- Interactive Experiences
- Junior Train Conductor Experience, Yellow Rose Express Train
What visitors say
This is probably my favorite part of the FW Zoo, because the primates are so active and fun to watch
This whole zoo was amazing every single habitat they have is awesome the animals look well cared for the whole zoo is very very clean and it was blast to go there and see everything we will definitely be going again
Our favorite part of the zoo. It has multiple viewing angles and levels. It is almost guaranteed that you are going to be able to see the gorillas.
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Did You Know?
- World of Primates features multiple viewing angles and levels that provide nearly guaranteed sightings of gorillas, making it a standout primate exhibit
- The Fort Worth Zoo hosts specialized programming including zookeeper week events, World Rhino Day celebrations, and summer camp experiences
- The zoo maintains six distinct major exhibit areas including World of Primates, African Savannah, Asian Falls, Australian Outback, Great Barrier Reef, and Waterfowl Walk
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