Juan A. Rivero Zoo

Description:

• This 14-acre (5.7-hectare) zoo recently underwent a $14-million renovation. The African safari exhibit has lions, elephants, zebras, and rhinos, and jaguars are part of a Caribbean exhibit. There's also a butterfly and lizard exhibit and gorgeous grounds. The birdhouse has this fantastic elevated walkway where you look down on colorful tropical birds like parrots. There are also eagles, hawks, and owls. You can see the entire zoo in 2 hours.

• © Frommer's 2012