Happy Hollow Zoo
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Customer Reviews (14 reviews)
Jessica A.
on Judys Book Apr 04, 2006this is a really cute place to go for an afternoon if you're down in the south bay and don't want to drive too far. the zoo is pretty small and will only take maybe an hour to go thorough so it's not the best part, but what is... (more)
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on Citysearch Feb 28, 2006<b>Overview</b><br> The spacious and shady Happy Hollow Park and Zoo features miniature horses, a bird enclosure, and petting area where children can hand-feed animals. Five rides, daily puppet shows, and use of... (more)
Claire B.
on Judys Book Jan 10, 2006Happy Hollow Park and Zoo is a great place to take small children. The park has been open since the 1960's and has been the favorite place of generations of San Jose children. Among the gentle childrens rides is every... (more)
Gina R.
on Judys Book Aug 28, 2005Happy Hollow is a cute little zoo located by Kelly Park. There is a large parking area that costs $6.00 to park. The zoo is a little dirty and can be smelly at times. They have a lot of play area for kids of all ages. They also... (more)
stephanie l.
on Judys Book Aug 21, 2005Since I do not have any kids, I would not come here by myself. I did bring my two year niece who had an awesome day playing on her own along with her aunt and uncle. Happy Hollow is separated into two ares- the park and the... (more)
Bob N.
on Judys Book Aug 18, 2005This is one of those "low tech" type places to bring your kids. There's lots of play structures (ship, slide house, playgrounds, maze, etc.) for your energetic kids to let some steam off. Also there are a few low key... (more)
Suzanne K.
on Judys Book Aug 12, 2005I used to go here as a kid, and always enjoyed seeing the animal in the petting zoo, without having it be as overwhelming for a small child as a large amusement park like Great America. The greenery and variety of animals... (more)
Helen B.
on Judys Book Aug 11, 2005This is definitely the place to go with young , exhuberent kids. Happy Hollow is three things in one: a petting zoo, an amusement parks (complete with ancient kiddie rides) and a pincnio grounds (with lots of great... (more)
Michelle L.
on Judys Book Aug 11, 2005This is a great family hangout if you have very young children in the family. The offer season passes or a one day $1.00 admission. The park is not too big, yet it is a place the young ones will enjoy and you can spend a few... (more)
Sangita P.
on Judys Book Aug 10, 2005This is a great, amazing place to take your toddlers. It is well worth it to buy the season pass. it's smaller and more manageable then great america or bonfante gardens. It's more do-able... ie. we ruun over thre on... (more)
Frank H.
on Judys Book Aug 09, 2005How would you like to go to a zoo, but don't want to go as far as San Francisco or Oakland? You're in luck! There's a zoo / park right here in San Jose. The admission is only a dollar and they have a variety of animals. Some... (more)
Mark S.
on Judys Book Aug 05, 2005Last time I came here (just a couple weeks ago) I was really disappointed. Many of the exhibits were closed. For example I really didn't get to see any monkeys or lions. But usually this zoo is actually quiete cool. Its... (more)
Jessica A.
on Judys Book Aug 03, 2005the zoo here is just ok, I felt bad for the animals since they are just pacing. we also went at noon, so not a good time as they are all trying to stay cool from all the heat. the park looked great (we didn't have enough time to... (more)
amy n.
on Judys Book Aug 02, 2005It's not the most expansive zoo and the big ticket items (lions, bears, elephants) can't be found here, but the animals they do have are very accessible to the toddler set. There is a petting zoo. But what I like best is... (more)