Located in Monroe, Louisiana, the Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo is an 80-acre zoological park that features more than 500 animals of different species. It is open all year, except on Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Year.

The Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo is best known for its regular events. They hold celebrations for different seasons, like Easter and the annual Wet and Wild. They also offer special programs for kids and teens, all of which are aimed to informing and educating the young people.

Different themed exhibits can also be found and seen at the Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo. There?s also a special boat ride offered daily to see more animals that can?t be viewed while on the foot paths.