I loved this zoo! I'm from cincinnati and our zoo is great. I've also been to Columbus and that zoo is tough to beat. Overall I would say this is upward toward cinci's. I think going today was good timing because there were a few times I thought I was going to keel over from the heat and walking on the blacktop. I would guess going during the summer would be TOUGH! The animals were still out today and we were able to feed some giraffes and pet stingrays (: it was no surprise the food and drinks were overpriced but what can you expect. Just bring your own to tote around and you're set. My experience was great and I imagine it'd be just as great for people with kiddos....if ya haven't been....go!