Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo Tours

An afternoon of excitement and learning awaits at Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo. Kids of all ages will be fascinated by the different animals being taken care of here.

You'll have sightseeing choices galore when spending time in Monroe. Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo is a good place to start here, but there are lots of other fine spots to enjoy. University of Louisiana at Monroe, Pecanland Mall, and Duck Commander are not far from the wildlife attraction and and will cap off your day nicely.

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Hilton Garden Inn West Monroe

Hilton Garden Inn West Monroe

3 out of 5
Price was $459, price is now $434 per person
$434
per person
Feb 6 - Feb 8
found 15 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Minneapolis (MSP) to Monroe (MLU)
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Odd location in the middle of a nice industrial park but met my needs perfectly as I was just driving through.

Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Monroe

Hampton Inn & Suites Monroe

2.5 out of 5
Price was $537, price is now $499 per person
$499
per person
Feb 6 - Feb 8
found 15 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Minneapolis (MSP) to Monroe (MLU)
9/10 Wonderful! (900 reviews)
Everything was amazing! I can’t wait to come back in February for my wedding. I would love to have the wonderful breakfast you’ll normally would have. Grits, potatoes, eggs, etc!

Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025

Hampton Inn West Monroe

Hampton Inn West Monroe

2.5 out of 5
Price was $529, price is now $493 per person
$493
per person
Feb 6 - Feb 8
found 15 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Minneapolis (MSP) to Monroe (MLU)
9/10 Wonderful! (812 reviews)
Staff at desk very friendly and helpful breakfast was great in selection parking was great and rooms and bath area were clean and supplied with needed items. We always try to stay at this Hampton Inn.

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025

Reviews of Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo

3.6
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
9
5 - Excellent 23%
4 - Good
15
4 - Good 38%
3 - Okay
7
3 - Okay 18%
2 - Disappointing
5
2 - Disappointing 13%
1 - Terrible
3
1 - Terrible 8%

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

I began my career in this zoo. I was very proud of what we accomplished. All I can say is Don’t Bother. The city of Monroe should be ashamed of what they have allowed to become of this once grand facility. The USDA needs to inspect this zoo immediately. As a now retired zoo professional I can tell you that the remaining buildings in this place are death traps and should be demolished immediately and many of the animals should be relocated to other facilities that are more qualified to care for them.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Good selection of animals, but the facilities are in sad disrepair, and there was no food/water/vending available.

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Best Lodging Options Near Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo

Comfort Suites Monroe

Comfort Suites Monroe

2.5 out of 5
1401 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr, Monroe, LA
Comfort Suites Monroe
Motel 6 Monroe, LA

Motel 6 Monroe, LA

2 out of 5
1035 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, U S 95 Byp S, Monroe, LA
Motel 6 Monroe, LA
Americas Best Value Inn Monroe

Americas Best Value Inn Monroe

2.5 out of 5
1475 Garrett Road, Monroe, LA
Americas Best Value Inn Monroe
Hampton Inn West Monroe

Hampton Inn West Monroe

2.5 out of 5
601 Mane St, Monroe, LA
Hampton Inn West Monroe
Motel 6 West Monroe, LA

Motel 6 West Monroe, LA

2 out of 5
401 Constitution Dr, West Monroe, LA
Motel 6 West Monroe, LA
Courtyard by Marriott Monroe Airport

Courtyard by Marriott Monroe Airport

3 out of 5
4915 Pecanland Mall Drive, Monroe, LA
Courtyard by Marriott Monroe Airport
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham West Monroe

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham West Monroe

3 out of 5
507 Constitution Dr, West Monroe, LA
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham West Monroe
Red Roof Inn West Monroe

Red Roof Inn West Monroe

2 out of 5
102 Constitution Dr, West Monroe, LA
Red Roof Inn West Monroe
The Hotel Monroe, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

The Hotel Monroe, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

3.5 out of 5
120 Walnut Street, Monroe, LA
The Hotel Monroe, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
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