Top 4 Picks to See at the Colossal Creatures Exhibit

Pack up the kids and head over to the Jacksonville Zoo and Garden now until August 31 to see the new Colossal Creatures exhibit.

View these larger-than-life animal displays and interactive activities for fun for all ages.

What: Colossal Creatures Exhibit
When: Now through August 31
Where: Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens

Purchase your Total Experience Zoo tickets in advance to see the Colossal Creatures exhibit. After entering the Zoo at the main entrance, you will follow the main path to get to the Colossal Creatures exhibit. Along your way, you will pass Stingray Bay and the African Forest. Be sure to spend some time there during your visit

1. Take selfies with giant creatures

Grab your camera and snap photos.

From penguins, giraffes, elephants, turtles and more, there are so many animals to see in the Colossal Creatures exhibit.

2. Test your agility against a penguin

One of the first creatures you will see when you enter the Colossal Creatures exhibit at Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens are the penguins.

Did you know penguins can jump almost 9 feet when exiting the icy waters? Put your skills to the test and see how high you can jump.

3. Leave your mark

Grab a marker and color on the giant wall. Don’t be shy about getting artistic and having fun.


4. Take a piece home with you

There is a Colossal Creatures giftshop located in the exhibit. Buy a special souvenir to remember your trip to the Zoo

While we just covered four things to see and do, there is much more to explore at the Colossal Exhibit, as well as the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens. Take some time to explore the African Forest, Giraffe Overlook, Land of the Tiger and more. If it gets too hot, head over to the Play Park and Splash Ground to cool off. Have fun exploring the Zoo and Colossal Creature.

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