Dedicated to
Excellence
Honors, Awards, & Recognitions
From ZooTampa to all of our guests, we want to thank you for continuing to support & recognize us as a top attraction! We couldn't do it without you!
Voted Winner of Best of South Tampa by South Tampa Magazine Readers
2021
Voted Winner of Best of the City: Best Family Attraction by Tampa Magazine Readers
2021
Voted Winner of Best of Weddings by The Knot
2021
10-Time Winner of the Travelers' Choice Award from Tripadvisor
2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021
Two-Time Winner of the Traveler's Choice Best of the Best Award from Tripadvisor
2014, 2015
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Voted #1 Best Zoo for Kids
Parents Magazine
Voted 14 Most Romantic Things To Do in Tampa, Florida
Trips to Discover
Behavioral Management Innovation Award
2014 – for Elephant Training
2013 – for Macaw Free Flight Experience
2013 Nonprofit of the Year (Environment and Animals)
Tampa Bay Business Journal
Top 10
Best Zoos
Trekaroo.com
Child Magazine
Fatherly.com
North American Conservation Award
2012 Manatee Care and Leadership in Conservation
2012 Strong Voice for Conservation Award for Field Conservation Efforts
Best In
The Biz
2012 Best Fundraiser – Zoofari
2012 Best Retreat/Team Building Experience (Zoo School)
2012 Elizabeth Hennig selected CFO of the Year
2012 Quality of Life Award for Accessibility
The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation
2012 Best Animals and Attractions
Tampa Bay Metro Magazine
Budget
Travel
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