Such a great place for the whole family. There is a zoo for all the ages, then in the summer there…read moreis a splash pad and a little train. Also there are several playgrounds for kids of different age. And all of this is absolutely free!! Large parking lot and picnic areas.

This park and zoo is fantastic - lots of playground space, a small splash pad and zoo keeps the…read morekids busy. The playground space is large with many play areas and smaller ones for toddlers. The splash pad is not as big but gets the job done. The zoo has many interesting animals like camels, goats, capybaras, alpacas, otters and many more. There is a train at the far end of the zoo for a short but fun train ride at a minimal cost. Price of admission is $0! So even if you're there just a short time, it's totally worth it if it's on your way. Parking can be limited on weekends or holidays due to how busy it gets.

The overnight stay is exceptional for kids, being the park after it's closed at night or first…read morething in the morning is a really fun experience. Most of the animals are born in the park or from similar parks, they exist, and while the cages are small they are well cared for and it's all they've ever known. A certain element of the community will be outraged regardless, ignore their opinions, they offer no alternative and normally prefer their soapbox more than the cause itself.

I wish I could give more stars! The staff are kind and…read moreknowledgeable. The animals seem stress free (some of them were rescued from horrid conditions). The bed and breakfast is incredible (those farm fresh eggs are divine!) I'm already excited for our next visit and we just got home!

The Toronto Zoo is a fantastic destination for families, offering a diverse range of exhibits…read moreorganized by global regions that make the experience fun and educational. The zoo is quite large, so be prepared for plenty of walking, but there are plenty of dining options to keep everyone refreshed. Kids will love the cool attractions and adventures, especially the TundraAir Ride, which is a must-try experience. Overall, it's a great place to spend the day and enjoy wildlife from around the globe.

This zoo is really nice but one thing I didn't like was that you have to long a long ways from…read moreexhibit to exhibit because they are really far apart. The zoo mobile is a little expensive and it's nice for transportation but the actual "tour" misses a lot of the main animals so if you do it make sure to get off at the stops and walk around so you don't miss anything. One thing that is cool though is that during the tour they take you up close to the animals and it's a really cool experience. Overall it's a fun way to spend some of your day but it doesn't take all day so you have time to do other things too.

I went to Waupoos for Brunch and the food was amazing. Everything I had I was so impressed by and…read moreabsolutely loved. I tried the salmon Benny, the bread basket, the quiche, the charcuterie, the blueberry mouse and cheese plate. The service was also amazing. Very prompt and caring. Also love that the food is farm to table. I completely recommend.

Had such a wonderful experience at Waupoos Estate Winery. The food was absolutely delicious, and…read morethe restaurant itself is stunning - beautiful setting. We also did a wine tasting with Patti who was kind enough to take us down to the restaurant and give us a quick tour! Dave was especially entertaining and delightful. He really added to our experience! We highly recommend this winery! 5 stars!!

Lionel Petting Zoo is only in operation from May until October, which makes sense as it looks like…read morethe whole zoo is outdoors. They have a maximum of 10 people inside at a time (according to their website) however even though we booked a specific time frame, there was pretty clearly more than 10 people inside. Unlike some other zoos we went too, there was no real path to follow. It's basically a giant square with a small square on the inside. The outline of the larger square is filled with fenced in animals, and the inner square has fenced animals as well. Although its understandable they have an admission fee for the upkeep of the animals, I feel it should have included the feed. Other zoos are free admission and only charge for feed (ie. high park) so in terms of value, this is a bit below par. Finally, I would never say the animals are aggressive, however when trying to feed the goats, one of them bit the entire feed bag and ripped it away. As I'm an adult, this is fine as I am agile and athletic, however a small child could have easily gotten injured, so perhaps some more training would suffice.

Went mid August looking for something to do with my son. I though the admission price was kind of…read morepricey ($28 for 5 people), does not matter if you have 3 people, same price for the group and much smaller than I thought. You get to choose time slot and we only got 45 mins before we had to leave which was plenty of time mind you since it was really hot. Extra $5 for a bag of feed to feed the animals. My son enjoyed looking at the animals but I wish the price was per person so I don't have to pay the same amount even if I have a smaller family.

The animals are adorable and the owner is one of the friendliest people I have ever met. He's also…read moregreat with the animals. All in all, a great farm. p.s. you get free farm fresh eggs - the most delicious I have eaten in a while.

There are many commercial operations where children meet various animals and maybe even pet one or…read moretwo if they stick their heads through the bars that separate them from the children. They also often have mechanical dispensers that allow you to purchase one or two tablespoons of food for the animals at a time. Limited animal numbers and animal/bird types, with limited access. Wild Things is EXACTLY the opposite of all this: The total number of animals and/or birds locked up or inaccessible to the children is zero. Norman, the owner, has a very extensive family of animal and bird friends and he loves to share them with the children who come to visit. $8.00 per person is the admission price and for that you get unlimited access to chicks from several breeds of chickens, geese, ducks, pigeons and turkeys. Can you pet them? Of course you can. Can you pet chicks, and even pick them up chicks and hold them in your hand? Yes, of course you can. Can you feed any of them? Yes, of course you can. In fact, all of them. You are encouraged to feed any of the animals. Unlimited food is available ....all of it at no extra charge. As soon as you exit your vehicle in the parking lot will be met by several breeds of goats, ranging from dwarfs to full -size, and maybe a small cow. Chickens and ducks will surround you as you walk most places, from the parking lot onward. Turkeys and geese mostly stay near the barns or the pond. The geese may be a bit stand-offish, depending on their mood, but they will also wait to be touched. The rabbits, which range from white/black through milk chocolate and all the way to full black LOVE to be held and cuddled.. An occasional chipmunk may join in.. In the 120 year-old barn adults can see and appreciate how the wood was cut and fitted by hand in the nineteenth century: wood pins hold it together, not metal nails. Head back to the corner of the barn and you will find some zip-lines for the children to enjoy. and liberal hay on the floor to protect them in case they fall off. A fifty-year old black walnut stands outside, with bird houses across it, and ropes to swing from, while rope hammocks await nearby for those that get tired. Is it all perfect? Not quite: there are no washrooms with running water. Just the old-style wood privvies, with hand-wash lotions outside.. Is a visit worthwhile? It is beyond any expectation. I have not even heard of anything that delivers this much, at any price, anywhere. Children and adults will be treated to an enjoyment that cannot be found in any commercial farm or zoo anywhere in the GTA, perhaps even all of Ontario.. For kids, .this is several dreams come true, all at the same time. Oh yes, Parking is free, too.

My wife booked Instant Zoo after a recommendation from a friend. We booked them in for an hour show…read morefor my daughters birthday and it was great from start to finish. The handler did a great job entertaining both the kids and the adults for the entire duration of the show. The kids loved seeing and touching all the different animals and my daughter still raves about how great her birthday party was! We will be booking Instant Zoo again for her next birthday as well.

From the owner: Hands-on animal adventures for all occasions! Instant Zoo travels to your home, school, day care,…read morecamp, community centre, senior centre or special event. Choose from a large assortment of scaly, fuzzy, cute & creepy creatures for you to meet, touch and learn about. We are an unforgettable experience for all ages.

Such a nice escape hidden in the heart of Toronto. From the small park just before the entrance to…read morethe beautiful large trail behind the zoo, this area really feels like a quaint little secret. Its not busy and its free to enter! An actual zoo and includes barnyard animals you can get right up close to! This is even encouraged. Some stools in the barn, perfect to help your litte ones get the perfect view. So much fun! Highly recommend!

Love this little free farm (we do donate every time we go) in the city with animals to observe…read more Been taking kid since she was a baby and we all love it. Now they have a centre open for babies and toddlers! Awesome!