You don't have to be an animal lover to enjoy spending time at the zoo. Zoos are great on a cool, beautiful day when you can enjoy the weather and check in on a zoo animal or two. Modern zoos allow you to see animals in their natural habitats so the animals are much more lively and energetic. You will also get a chance to see exotic animals and beautiful plant life.

The Date Activity

Zoos are a fun place to go on a date. The cost of admission depends on the zoo, but some zoos are even free. Zoos are great for first dates because the environment naturally gives you things to talk about and you'll be able to get a bite to eat and relax as well.

If you are in California, make sure you check out the San Diego Zoo. It is known throughout the world as being one of the most progressive zoos around. It is also one of the largest zoos in the world and is home to over 4,000 animals. Some zoos, such as the Los Angeles zoo, also include large botanical gardens.

On Your Own / With Friends

Zoos are great for groups as well. Some zoos, like the one in San Diego, offer bus tours through most of the zoo so that a group that has younger or older members will all be able to enjoy the day. Zoos are also great for large groups as you can all enjoy the attractions together or split up to visit various parts of the park. Make sure you bring a camera so that you can take a lot of pictures of your friends and all of the animals you'll meet.