The Blank Park Zoo, on Des Moines' south side at 7401 SW 9th Street, is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. All other parts of the zoo besides the train are open to visitors.

Mill Mountain Zoo conductor brings magic to Zoo Choo train rides ROANOKE, Va. – The Mill Mountain Zoo has plenty of fans, but lately, it’s not just the animals stealing the spotlight.