Date: 9/13/2025
Time: Left at 9am for a morning adventure
Travel Buddy: My coworker and her kiddo
Our morning at the Zoo
What started as a 9am departure turned into one of those really good zoo days. And we managed to see practically everything!
Unforgettable Animal Encounters:
The Gentle Giants:
• managed some selfies with the manatees. What amazing gentle giants.
• Watched elephants in all their majesty
• Spotted a sleepy koala doing what koalas do best… munching!
• Craned our necks to see the towering giraffes.
Playful & Interactive Moments:
• Had a blast in the petting area with the goats and sheep… and they were so friendly!
• Got surprisingly close to the kangaroos (closer than I expected!)
• Watched the most adorable goofy penguins spinning and playing underwater.
• Saw both river otters and sea otters. What a group of playful creatures!
The Big & little cats:
• Amazing big cats showing off their power and grace.
• Even some smaller wild cats that were equally fascinating.
• Watched a bear enjoying pineapple. And who knew they had such refined tastes!
• An orangutan that seemed to be putting on a show just for us!
Under the Sea:
• Pet the silky smooth stingrays. Which was such a unique experience!
• Came face to face with a shark (safely behind glass!)
• Saw turtles gliding gracefully through the water!
Took a ride on the dinosaur boat. Which was such a fun way to see the zoo from a different perspective and cool off!
Fun & Adventure:
Rode the antique carousel. And I must say there’s something timeless about the painted horses and cheerful music that never gets old.
No zoo trip is complete without:
• Dippin’ Dots: those perfect little frozen spheres of happiness!
• Cotton Candy: fluffy, pink, blue, and purely nostalgic.
Reflections:
What an incredible afternoon! We managed to see practically everything the Columbus Zoo had to offer. From the smallest cats to the largest elephants, from underwater penguins to soaring giraffes, every turn brought a new wonder. The best part was sharing it all with great company – my coworker and her kiddo. Who made every moment even more fun.
Sometimes the best adventures are the ones that start with a simple “let’s go to the zoo at 9am! ” That turn into a great memories.
Whisper to the void it might whisper back