# Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Winter Wild Walks & The RainForest > Place to go for families in the Cleveland area (OH). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Where: Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, OH 44109 - Ages: All ages (Free for infants under 2; Cuyahoga County residents receive free admission on Mondays) - Price: $19 adults; $15 children ages 2–11; Free for children under 2; Free on Mondays for Cuyahoga County residents - Organizer: Cleveland Metroparks Zoo - Official page: https://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/cleveland/activities/cleveland-metroparks-zoo-winter-wild-walks-and-the-rainforest--listing-3a8ccee8bf66902d6923aba1 ## About Cleveland Metroparks Zoo transforms during winter into a serene, uncrowded wildlife sanctuary where cold-hardy species such as Amur tigers, snow leopards, reindeer, and grizzly bears thrive in brisk winter weather. On chilly days, families can easily transition into The RainForest—a sprawling two-acre, two-story enclosed tropical biome maintained at a balmy 80 degrees year-round. Inside, children walk through lush jungle foliage beneath a 25-foot indoor waterfall, marvel at orangutans swinging overhead, observe Asian small-clawed otters splashing in warm streams, and experience an authentic simulated tropical rainstorm complete with thunder and gentle mist. The Zoo's paved pathways are kept salted and clear of snow, making winter stroller walks smooth and scenic. Indoor pavilions across Wilderness Trek and African Elephant Crossing provide heated stopovers throughout the day. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Exceptionally stroller-friendly destination with paved, snow-cleared walkways throughout outdoor loops and smooth ramped elevators inside The RainForest. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Dedicated private nursing mother suites in the Welcome Center and inside The RainForest; clean, heated family restrooms equipped with changing tables across every habitat zone. • Age Suitability: Perfect for all ages from infants in strollers to toddlers, school-age youth, and grandparents. • Sensory Tips: Dynamic contrast between crisp, quiet outdoor winter trails and the warm, humid, ambiently acoustic tropical rainforest with soothing waterfall sounds. ## Similar picks in Cleveland - [Wild Winter Lights Walk-Through & Drive-Through at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo](https://grassyknees.com/cleveland/activities/wild-winter-lights-walk-through-and-drive-through-at-cleveland-metropa--listing-27495cfe8f0d0b7ffcdf5f40) — Nov 17 – Dec 30 · 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM · Cleveland Metroparks Zoo · All ages · From $19 · checked Nov 7. 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