Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is a 170-acre facility in Columbia, South Carolina, home to more than 2,000 animals and one of the most acclaimed botanical gardens in the Southeast. Consistently ranked among the top zoos in the nation, Riverbanks combines world-class animal exhibits with a 70-acre botanical garden across the Saluda River connected by a pedestrian bridge.
The zoo features Ndoki Forest for western lowland gorillas, expansive African Plains, and an Aquarium Reptile Complex housing one of the most diverse reptile collections in the Southeast. The botanical garden includes themed gardens, walking trails, and historic ruins that complement the zoo experience.
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden holds AZA accreditation and welcomes over one million visitors annually, making it South Carolina’s most visited attraction.
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