Amusement Parks and Zoos

Here are some great theme parks, zoos, and amusement parks that the kids would love, as well as adults.

The Brandywine Zoo: Open since 1905, Delaware's only zoo is located a few steps from the Brandywine River. The 12-acre zoo features Siberian tigers, river otters, and other animals native to the Americas and the temperate areas of Asia. A new state-of-the-art Andean Condor exhibit features a 110,000-cubic-foot flight cage.

The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore: Today the 160-plus acre zoo property is owned by the City of Baltimore and leased to the State of Maryland. The Maryland Zoological Society, established in 1967, operates the Zoo under a lease agreement with the state. The Zoological Society assumed full management of the Zoo in 1984. Currently the Zoo’s animal collection encompasses more than 1,500 birds, mammals, amphibians and reptiles, representing nearly 200 species. Animals are displayed in natural settings replicating their native habitats.

Plumpton Park Zoo: Plumpton Park Zoo came into existence in 1987 when two animal lovers started giving homes to unwanted, neglected and abuse animals. Knowing that these animals could not control how humans treated them, a loving home was provided. To this day, the team at Plumpton Park Zoo takes pride in providing as many homes to these animals as they can. However, the problem is with space and finances. The zoo receives NO funding from the county, state or federal governments. The park is maintained upon zoo admissions, gift shop sales, and generous donations from caring people like you.