The El Paso Zoo is a beautiful destination offering education and entertainment. With over 250 animal species on display, visitors can learn about their natural habitats and understand how to help preserve endangered species for future generations. Spread across 35 acres, the Zoo features a variety of habitats to explore. Visitors can enjoy exhibits such as the Reptile House, South American Pavilion, Americas Aviary, Cisneros Paraje, Birds of Prey, Forest Atrium, Asian Grasslands, and an Elephant Complex. The Zoo is home to 500 mammals, reptiles, birds, 100 fish, and 250 invertebrates. Additionally, fun activities such as a carousel, food court, and gift shop are available.
Keystone Heritage Park is a unique combination of an archeological site, an archaic wetland, and a botanical garden, making it an ideal destination for birdwatchers. The Park is over 58 acres in El Paso's Upper Valley, and its volunteer directors are responsible for preserving and developing it. With over 193 bird species, Keystone Heritage Park is a paradise for bird lovers. It is also a popular stop for migratory birds, making it a must-visit destination for birdwatchers. The Park's wetlands area is particularly noteworthy, as it is home to 22 species of birds considered rare by the Audubon Society. These archaic wetlands are protected by federal law and provide a glimpse into the wetlands/Bosque that once lined the Rio Grande.
Explore the otherworldly history at the Concordia Cemetery. This historic graveyard dates to 1856 and is the final resting place for gunfighter John Wesley Hardin, Buffalo Soldiers, Texas Rangers, Civil War Veterans, early Mormon pioneers, and other civic leaders. Ghost tours and history reenactments are scheduled regularly here.