The Two RV Gypsies, Lee and Karen Duquette
at Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens
500 Wildlife Parkway
Columbia, SC 29210
June 25, 2023

phone: '803.779.8717 for hours and costs

Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is said to be home to more than 3,000 animals and a beautiful botanical gardens. It is open daily, except Thanksgiving and Christmas days. On this date, entry prices ranged from $22 - $25 with children younger than 2 years old being free. So seniors and military did not get much of a discount. Parking was an additional $5. Pets, coolers, outside food and beverages were NOT allowed in the park. Riverbanks Zoo is a smoke-free facility.
(Note all prices mentioned on this website are always subject to change as time passes. The two RV Gypsies do NOT control prices)

There were plenty of birds, fish and invertebrates, mammals and reptiles. However, this day was so hot (in the 90's), that many of the animals could not be seen. It was too hot out to See the African Lion, the tigers, and others. Therefore, the two RV Gypsies did not consider it worth the cost. But that is just their opinion.

There is a also a Sky-High Safari for the adventuresome, which has a weight and height requirements. There may have been an additional fee for this, as well as for the railroad, farmyard petting area, and other areas within the zoo. The two RV Gypsies did not do these items. Giraffe food can be purchased for those who wish to feed the giraffes.