The Space Coast Beach Blog: Space Coast Local Business Spotlight: Brevard Zoo in Melbourne, FL

...obviously many of the visitors to the Space Coast come for the beaches or to see a rocket go up at Cape Canaveral. They may fly into Melbourne International Airport or Orlando International Airport...and in many cases drive right by the Brevard Zoo...and that would be a shame because the Brevard Zoo in Melbourne, FL is a wonderful example of what a regional zoo in the United States can be.

The zoo is broken down into five sections...all worth seeing no matter what age you or your guests are.

1. Expedition Africa...my favorite with some amazing animals...Giraffe and White Rhino are highlights.
2. Wild Florida...this is where you can see a gator or an American Croc
3. Austral-Asia...see a kangaroo here!
4. La Selva...a wide array of animals from South America can be found here.
5. Paws on Play...this section is awesome for kids...with a petting zoo

Add to the fun (at additional cost) with a Kayak Tour that is really cool and takes you through what seems to be a part of Florida that is disappearing. The zoo also has Tree top Trek...a high wire act that allows you to see the zoo by jetting over the park on cables (you must be at least 54 inches tall to participate...however they offer a version for younger kids called Chutes & Ladders for those from 36 inches). Tree top Trek is not cheap...but is a well worth the price.

Tickets are as follows

$14.25 for adults, $13.25 for senors, $10.25 for kids 2-12 years...kids 2 and under are free.

The zoo also offers group rates, military discounts and yearly memberships that greatly reduce the single day prices.

Go to www.BrevardZoo.org for more info or to buy tickets.

The Brevard Zoo is located at 8225 North Wickham Road, Melbourne, FL 32940