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Phoenix Zoo vs Arizona Science Center

Phoenix Zoo and Arizona Science Center are both endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Phoenix Zoo scores marginally higher than Arizona Science Center. Phoenix Zoo ranks #8 in Phoenix with positive reviews from 5 reviewers such as Frommer's, Fodor's and Where.

Phoenix Zoo
Phoenix Zoo
8 / 10
455 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ 85008
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Four designated trails wind through this 125-acre zoo, replicating such habitats as an African savanna and a tropical rain forest." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Phoenix is a great family town, with plenty to keep the little tykes occupied. If your child loves animals, head to the Phoenix Zoo." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"A motorized Safari Train runs a 30min narrated loop through the four habitat areas of this 125-acre nonprofit zoo. Some 1,300 animals are resident." Full review
Where Where
"Home to some 1,300 animals, including 200 endangered or threatened birds, mammals and reptiles." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Forget about polar bears and other cold-climate creatures; this zoo focuses its attention primarily on animals that come from climates similar to that of the Phoenix area." Full review
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Be sure to ride the camel while you're here.
Arizona Science Center
Arizona Science Center
8 / 10
600 East Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"At the popular Arizona Science Center , play with 300-odd hands-on exhibits, watch live demonstrations or take in the mysteries of the universe at the planetarium." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"With more than 300 hands-on exhibits, this is the venue for science-related exploration." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"This concrete monolith... has 350 hands-on exhibits, a five-story theater and cutting-edge planetarium." Full review
Where Where
"Hands-on exhibits illustrating scientific principles; awesome weather theater and planetarium." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"The kids can spend the afternoon pushing buttons, turning knobs, and interacting with all kinds of cool science exhibits at this downtown complex" Full review