Always a wonderful experience.  Such a great zoo.\n\nVisited the zoo with family last Friday.  \n\nUpon entry the cashier was very kind and patient explaining the available ticket options and even providing info on show times etc... I was very impressed with the kindness.\n\nUpon entry we were solicited to have our pictures taken.  Given most everyone has their own camera's, the zoo should probably consider discontinuing this practice as fending off a solicitation of this nature takes away from the wonderful experience this zoo provides.\n\nFed the stingrays - check\nFed the giraffes - check\nRoad the camel - check\nRoad the carousel - check\nPetted goats - check.\n\nSo much fun.\n\nThe petting zoo isn't really a \"zoo\".  It is a dozen or so exhausted looking goats standing around being petted.  Seems like the zoo could have few different kinds of animals in there besides goats.  Just seems like they are coasting on this when it could be better.\n\nHad some ice cold drinks and other snacks.  The snacks are pricey but I did not feel I was being taken advantage of.  I liked that were plenty of shaded areas with available seating to rest.  A nice touch.\n\n\nOverall, the Phoenix zoo is an amazing experience providing lifetime memories for visiting families.  A very well run zoo.