For the price this zoo is awesome. My toddler loved it, they have easily accessable walking paths, the train is fun and most of all--it is CHEAP. At least for CA standards they are. I am from WI but live in CA and the famous san dieog zoo is $20+ for admission. I frianky think the milwaukee zoo is FAR better, both exhibit wise and for the best bang for your buck--milwaukee has it hands down.
parking can get more expensive in milwaukee but it is worth it for a fun day at the zoo with the kids.
Park on the street outside the zoo (wisconsin ave.) for free parking. It is what we did.
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