The oldest zoo in Texas features two main areas. The Wilds of Africa area includes a 20-minute monorail safari and is always a favorite. One of the more popular exhibits is the Lemur Lookout. The other major area, Zoo North, includes tiger exhibits, Primate Place and more. A gigantic giraffe statue marks the entrance to the zoo. Daily 9 am-5 pm. US$8.75 adults, US$5.75 children. Parking fee is US$5. 650 SRL Thornton Freeway (in Oak Cliff, about 3 mi/5 km south of downtown; the DART Red Line light rail goes directly to the zoo), Dallas. Phone 214-670-5656. http://www.dallaszoo.com.
