Great little municipal zoo! We haven't been here in quite a while, but it's always a quick, fun trip. Parking is free and readily accessible. Admission is free. While they certainly don't have as many animals as larger zoos like Brookfield or Lincoln Park, the ones they have are interesting and active (wolves, eagles, otters, alligators, etc.). Don't skip the indoor "reptile house," which has huge snakes, alligators and turtles. While inside, don't forget to look at the ceiling where they hang shedded snake skins along the length of the building. They also have a beautiful sunken garden and a small splash pad in the front of the zoo and a large play park in the back of the zoo, which is nicely shaded. There are mastodon fossils and historic excavation information in the main field house and cannons to climb on in the back by the park. Overall, it makes for an enjoyable experience and depending on how much you want to see, and whether you pack a lunch, you can make a day of it.