Miller Park Zoo

Miller Park Zoo is a zoological facility in Bloomington, Illinois, that houses animals from around the world in different exhibit areas. Guests can view Sumatran tigers, river otters, Galapagos tortoises, Amur leopards, sun bears, reindeer, sea lions, red pandas, and lemurs displayed throughout the grounds.

The zoo originated in the early 1900s when a traveling circus accidentally left behind a lion cub in Bloomington. This chance event sparked the creation of a permanent facility that expanded over time into the institution visitors see today.

The zoo serves as a gathering place where the local community connects with wildlife and learns about conservation efforts in action. Visitors experience how animals live and develop a personal interest in protecting the natural world around them.

The facility is open daily and features multiple pathways through exhibit areas like Tropical America Rainforest and Wallaby Walkabout. Plan to spend several hours walking at a leisurely pace to see all the animals and enjoy keeper demonstrations throughout the grounds.

The ZooLab is an indoor section where visitors can observe smaller animals up close in a managed environment and learn about their behaviors and habitats. This specialized area offers a different perspective on wildlife that complements the outdoor exhibits elsewhere.

Location: Illinois

Operator: City of Bloomington

Opening Hours: 09:30-16:30

Website: http://cityblm.org/zoo

GPS coordinates: 40.46900,-89.00550

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:49