Christy Broyles
Dallas Zoo, Dallas
Address 650 South R.L. Thornton Freeway (I-35E), Dallas, TX 75203. Map, Website
Kids always love zoos. The Dallas Zoo has all of the big animals. The newer part of the zoo has a great gorilla area and a monorail ride to see lots of animals. There is a children's area with playground, petting zoo and small "river" where the kids can splash around.