While the zoo is cool, this place is all about the park.
With vast green spaces and plenty of room, Henry Vilas Park Zoo offers the ultimate summer afternoon break.
Come here to play some volleyball, or throw a Frisbee around. Hungry? How about some mid-afternoon grilling? Lazy? Bring a blanket, lay down and enjoy the fresh air.
I didn't have much expectations for the zoo, but was fairly surprised at the amount of cool animals here. From giant tortoise to alligators, giraffes to tigers, penguins (!!!) to red pandas, the zoo does a great job packing a lot of content in such a small area.
Got a free weekend? Come here and unwind!