We went to the zoo on May 14, 2016. What a disappointment!!!!! I grew up in Omaha and have always thought we had the most amazing and fun zoo around. This time there was construction EVERYWHERE. We wasted $30 on a train ride, and only saw the 2 oxen, prairie dogs, flamingos and some rare pelican. Really? The train used to be an awesome experience. Now all you see is construction. I understand renovations. New exhibits draws people in. I don't understand renovating all over and having multiple projects going all at once. Why can't one project be finished before another is started? I am glad we had been given a pass to get in, otherwise I would be completely pissed considering how much it costs to get in. Why can't a discounted rate be offered while so much construction is going on? If I had traveled far to come see the zoo I would be asking for a complete refund. Not to mention they are putting so much effort into new exhibits they have seemed to forget to maintain older ones. The lied jungle needed it's glass cleaned. We kept having to lift the kids because the lower glass was too filthy to see out of. Aquarium glass in the jungle and other parts of the zoo was completely hard water stained or algae filled. Floor lighting in the Kingdom of the Night (which used to be a favorite of mine) was non-existent. I understand the minimal lighting down there, however at least when it first opened you could see the animals in a darkened environment, and knew where the path was. You can't even see the people in front of you anymore. Certain parts of paths all over the zoo presented trip hazards and were not marked. Many paths were way too narrow for the amount of traffic flow, especially when you add strollers or wagons. It's impossible to pass in many areas of the jungle and desert dome. I am sad to say that I have no desire to visit the zoo for an extremely long time. I will not recommend visiting the zoo to anyone until construction is minimal, and the cost equals...
Read moreThe Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo is amazing! Even with all of the recent construction, the place is beautiful and offers so many beautiful exhibits! Anyone with a touch of imagination would be able to see that when the construction is finished, this will undoubtedly be the #1 zoo in the world! The African Grasslands area is going to be unique and absolutely phenominal! I'm excited for the Alaskan Adventure splash park to open this summer... it looks like it's going to be so much fun! And the construction maps for the future sites for the education centers and the Asian Highlands have me excited to see what's coming in the next few years! I definitely recommend the Skyfari and Tram if you're looking for a more scenic ride with more animal displays due to the construction on the Grasslands, but it is still a super fun experience for kids and once the construction is done it will once again have lots of animals on display along the way! I also highly recommend feeding the stingrays at Stingray Beach... it was a wonderful experience and I will always...
Read moreThe Lozier Giant Screen Theater is located in the Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo. We watched two feature films yesterday, 'Oceans 3D', and 'Superpower Dogs'. Both were excellent, but our favorite was Superpower Dogs! This film features several dogs that save people from all kinds of disasters- these are some amazing dogs to be sure! The theater is very nice with a huge Imax Screen and very comfortable seating. Our admission was about $20.00 for an adult and child ticket. The concession stand had popcorn, candy, chips, pretzels and hotdogs. We had so much fun and if I lived in Omaha , I'm sure I would visit often. I'm not sure if you can ourchase tickets to the Theater without visiting the zoo or not. I highly recommend the Lozier Giant...
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