Nashville Zoo Winter Wild Walks & Grassmere Historic Farmstead

About this adventure

Winter is one of the most rewarding and uncrowded seasons to explore the Nashville Zoo at Grassmere. Across 188 scenic acres of rolling woodlands, brisk January and February temperatures bring active behavior from cold-tolerant species such as Andean bears, red pandas, clouded leopards, white rhinos, and Siberian tigers who thrive in cooler air. Families can walk along miles of paved, bamboo-shaded boardwalks and winding forest trails, stopping by heated indoor habitats like the Unseen New World reptile and amphibian building to warm their hands while observing tropical dart frogs, giant snakes, and aquatic turtles. Children adore the Grassmere Historic Farmstead, an authentic 1810 farm featuring heritage chickens, Cotswold sheep, and heirloom barnyard exhibits. Before concluding the day, kids can burn off winter energy at the Zoo's colossal 66,000-square-foot Jungle Gym playground with towering slides, rope bridges, and swings. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Excellent accessibility throughout the entire zoo grounds with paved asphalt walkways, smooth wooden boardwalks, and low-grade inclines; single and double strollers are available to rent. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Dedicated Mamava nursing pods and private nursing rooms located near the entrance, Jungle Gym, and Historic Farm; heated indoor restrooms feature fold-down changing stations. • Age Suitability: Engaging for all age groups from toddlers and young children to teenagers and adults. • Sensory Tips: The zoo is a Certified Sensory Inclusive facility; sensory bags with noise-canceling headphones, weighted lap pads, and feeling cards are available at guest services.