African Lion Safari, Cambridge (Seasonal)
Ride through the Game Reserve in your car while animals roam free, then see elephants that paint and birds that talk, in family-friendly shows!
Bird Kingdom
Discover the world's largest indoor, free flying aviary with over 400 exotic birds from around the world, as well as incredible reptiles and more. There are nine specialty areas to explore in this 'awe' inspiring kingdom.
Bowmanville Zoo, Bowmanville (Seasonal)
This park may be the oldest private zoo in Canada, but the 300 animals are the real stars of the show - some which your kids may have seen in their favourite TV shows.
Brantford Twin Valley Zoo, Brantford (Seasonal)
Your parents keep saying that you're wacky like a monkey, smart like an owl and as rare as an eagle. See what they mean at this awesome menagerie medley.
Butterfly Conservatory, Niagara Falls
With more than 2,000 colourful tropical butterflies floating freely among lush, exotic blossoms and greenery, chances are good that your kids will leave a little more appreciative of these winged wonders.
Cedar Meadows Resort, Timmins
Where else can you hand-feed an elk named Benny or a moose named Mum? The Wilderness Tour will get you up close and personal with some gentle giants. Or have you dashing through the wilderness on a snowy sleigh ride!
Chippewa Park and Wildlife Exhibit, Thunder Bay (Seasonal)
The whole family can follow the log boardwalk for a bird's-eye view of beasts wild to Northwestern Ontario.
Elmvale Jungle Zoo , Elmvale
Get up-close with live interactive exhibits - try touching a boa constrictor or python! There are lots of other animals to see here too, like tigers, lemurs, lions, parrots and more.
Jungle Cat World, Orono
See all our feline friends: lions, tigers, jaguars, snow leopards and more. Check into the Safari Lodge, where the sounds of nature will lull your little animals to sleep.
Muskoka Wildlife Centre, Severn Bridge
Previously hurt or neglected animals native to Ontario call this haven home. Interactive activities are a must for the whole family, which take place throughout the park.
Polar Bear Habitat and Heritage Village, Cochrane
Meet Ontario's furry polar friends up close and personal at this perfect vacation destination. Swim alongside them in their huge swimming pool (behind a glass barrier, of course)!
Reptilia, Vaughan
This is nature! Witness the raw power of the Reptile Kingdom's fiercest members during live crocodile and python feedings at Vaughan's creepiest, crawliest attraction.
Safari Niagara, Stevensville
Camels, tigers, alligators, moose and monkeys are just the beginning of all the animals you'll find in this fun zoo. Your family can adopt one to help support the zoo - but not to bring home, of course!
Spruce Haven Zoo, Sault Ste. Marie (Seasonal)
It only takes an afternoon to take your kids on a trip around the mammal world. See mountain goats, jungle cats, Arctic wolves, Tibetan yaks, African lions and Japanese sika deer.
Toronto Zoo, Toronto
Canada's premier zoo offers up lots of kid-friendly interactive attractions. Take a walk on the wild side with your favourite animals, including the new Tundra Trek exhibit featuring polar bears!
Upper Canada Migratory Bird Sanctuary, Morrisburg
Join in one of the fun programs to learn more about our feathered friends, or just walk along the beautiful nature trails and watch birds in their natural habitats.
Wings of Paradise Butterfly Conservatory, Cambridge
The priceless smile on a young child's face at seeing thousands of free-flying butterflies is just one reason why a journey into this tropical jungle is so worthwhile.
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