The unofficial guide to south Florida - Lea Lane

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Metrozoo

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Location South of Miami. Take the Florida Turnpike Extension to the Southwest 152nd Street exit and follow the signs to the entrance; # 305–251–0400 for a recorded message; # 305–251–0401 for more information

Type of Attraction A "new–style" zoo that features cageless animals that roam on plots of land surrounded by moats; guided and self–guided tours. Admission Adults, $8; children ages 3 12, $4 Hours Daily, 9:30 a.m. 5:30 p.m. When to go Avoid sweltering summer afternoons. "You'll die here midday in July and August," a zoo employee reports. Come before 10 a.m. or after 3:30 p.m. to beat the worst of the heat. Saturday, predictably enough, is the most crowded day, while Sunday morning is usually a quiet time to see the zoo. Keep in mind, too, that animals are most active early in the morning and late in the day.