Discover the wonderful world of wildlife at the Abilene Zoo! Home to 1000 animals from around the globe, a visit to the Abilene Zoo is filled with fun and excitement for the entire family. With a beautiful park setting, wild animals galore, a safari train, giraffe feeding, classes, concessions & more, the Abilene Zoo provides tons of family entertainment. Since its founding in 1966, the Abilene Zoo has stood as a place of learning and adventure, where visitors make memories, share the joy of discovery and become inspired to preserve wildlife. Situated on 16 acres in the award-winning Grover Nelson Park, the zoo has more than 1000 animals representing more than 220 species from around the globe.