Go Back

Riverside Zoo & Discovery Center

Scottsbluff, NE

Zoos & Wildlife
1 (5 reviews)

Where are we going?

Address: 1600 S Beltline Hwy W, Scottsbluff, NE 69361, USA How do we get there? Number: 308-630-6236
Image copyright remains with original owners Attractions in Scottsbluff All Photo
Suggest edit

About this activity

Just under 4 miles from the Scottsbluff Monument, the Riverside Discovery Center is a place where kids and families can explore animals of the world, AND learn about them in this popular Nebraska attraction!

Your visit to Western Nebraska is not complete without a stop at the "best little zoo in the west". At this 25 acre zoological park you will enjoy up close encounters with a family of bears, chimpanzees, zebra, lions, tigers and a walk through aviary filled with colorful birds too!

Also during your visit at Riverside Discovery Center, enjoy the botanical experience, and just relax into nature for a bit, enjoying everything it has to offer!

For those hands on experiences for the kids, make sure you check out the seasonally open petting zoo with those cute domestic animals. 

If animals weren't enough for you on this expedition into the wild side of the world, children will enjoy the playground and the colorful interactive graphics. The center also has a seasonal splash pad too, great for cooling off!

Did you know that you can also feeding and watching a variety of waterfowl on the zoos lake? Pretty cool!

With fun birthday parties too, Riverside Discovery Center is an animal-tastic family day out in Nebraska, where kids can explore the WILD side and make some new friends!

Activity location

How much does it cost?

Hilton

Adults

$7

Hilton

Children

$2.50 (Ages 2-4), $4.50 (Ages 5-12)

Hilton

Discount

Seniors $5.50

Hilton

Last Updates

2022

Riverside Zoo & Discovery Center FAQ’s

They are a proud partner of Seafood Watch, which lets you know which fish are sustainable to eat, as well as Frog Watch which is a conservation project for those little creatures! They also support upcycled bags, and Tiger conservation too!

They have no concessions here at the zoo. There are a number of soda and water vending machines.

They would love to help you celebrate that special birthday, so check out their party options and celebrate in style!

They offer discounts for schools and groups with over 20 or more in it! They offer camps, as well as a host of programs for school-aged children.

You can bring coolers, ice chests, and your own food to enjoy. Just no glass containers.

They are accessible so everyone can visit!

What people are saying?

Rate & Write a Review

Your rating *

Review us on Trustpilot

We value your feedback, please take a moment to leave Familydaysout.com a review on Trustpilot.

Leave a Review