Columbus Zoo and Aquarium 4850 W. Powell Rd. Powell, OH 43065 Work614-645-3550 Visit Web Site
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is a world of adventure that does a world of good. The Zoo is home to more than 9,000 animals representing 650 species from around the globe.
Watch a polar bear swim above your head, meet the world famous gorilla family, say "G-Day" to the koalas, ponder the giant pachyderms and be amazed by the manatees. The Zoo provides more than $1 million annually to support over 70 conservation projects worldwide. A recreation and education destination that includes the 22-acre Zoombezi Bay water park and 18-hole Safari Golf Club, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium was named the number one zoo in America by USA Travel Guide.
Travel Packages
Roar and Explore
Be among the first to see the new dinosaurs at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. Cool off at the neighboring Zoombezi Bay - the wildest water park ever. Uncover the truth behind myths when the popular TV series comes to life during MythBusters: The Explosive Exhibition at COSI. It’s non-stop adventures for one affordable price!
Upcoming Events
Dinosaur Island 5-27-2013 thru 9-2-2013
This summer, see dinosaurs at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. Twenty-five animatronic dinosaurs will be on display from Memorial Day to Labor Day. When inside the Dinosaur Island experience, visitors will be able to get close to the dinosaurs, dig in an archaeological pit, take a boat ride and visit
HOOFit 6-20-2013
Come join the OhioHealth HOOFit walking program at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. It's a great opportunity to walk with the animals and talk with an OhioHealth doctor and it could be your first step to better fitness.
Dive-In Movies: Dr. Seuss' The Lorax 7-12-2013
Come to the park early for fun in the sun and then stay in the park after dark from some movie magic. Pre-show activities begin at the Wild Tides Wave Pool at 8 p.m. The movie begins at 9 p.m.
JazZoo: Soul Classics featuring Chris Pierce 7-12-2013
Join Byron Stripling and the Columbus Jazz Orchestra at Water's Edge Events Park for a JazZoo! season kick-off of soul classics! Making his return to Columbus is Los Angeles-based soul/R&B artist Chris Pierce to help salute the legendary figures of soul including Sam Cooke, Otis Redding, Solomon Bur
KidZfest 7-13-2013 thru 7-14-2013
Jungle Jack's Landing comes alive as KidZfest 2013 makes its return to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium for its fourth year with activity stations, entertainment, characters, keeper talks and more.
Tours
JazZoo
Enjoy dinner and a JazZoo concert at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. Meet Artistic Director Byron Stripling and interact with exotic zoo animals.
Untamed Adventure
Eat breakfast or lunch with the animals at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, named the #1 zoo in the nation by the USA Travel Guide.
Blog Posts
Roar & Explore: The Columbus Zoo & Aquarium
Posted 6-10-2013
Coming Attractions: Safari Africa at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium!
Posted 4-30-2013
A Foodie Kid's Columbus Trip
Posted 4-15-2013
Meeting Space
| Room | Theater Style | Classroom Style | Banquet Style | Reception | L x W | Sq. Ft. | Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Activity Pavilion Rooms 1 or 3 | 500 | 144 | 140 | 140 | 110′ x 68′ | 7,492 | 14′ |
| Pavilion Room 2 | 720 | 120 | 112 | 112 | 30′ x 64′ | 1,920 | 12′ |
| Waters Edge Boardwalk Shelters 1 or 2 | 500 | 176 | 120 | 120 | 40′ x 80′ | 3,200 | 15′ |
| Waters Edge Pavilions 1 or 2 | 500 | 176 | 120 | 120 | 40′ x 80′ | 3,200 | 15′ |