This is a huge, sprawling zoo with lots of great exhibits and active animals to see…read more They have several parking lots, so it may be helpful to look at a map in advance and choose the one that's most convenient for you. They use dynamic pricing for tickets. We went on a Saturday around 1pm and tickets were $50 for each adult and parking was $22 per car. Some of the exhibits also have an added charge. So if you don't have a membership, it can add up very quickly. You'll do a ton of walking, so definitely wear comfortable shoes. Most of the paths are paved and it's super stroller friendly. Much of the park is organized by geography. We saw tigers, snow leopards, bison, giraffes, komodo dragons, swans, and a ton more. Though it was busy, the exhibits felt pretty accessible and it was easy to catch a view of the animals without a long wait. They have a few concession areas throughout, but options are pretty limited so I'd eat elsewhere. There's also a carousel, monorail, and shuttle. There's a nice view of the Bronx River on one side with a waterfall. Great for families and kids. You can see everything in one day, but it definitely requires several hours.

This review is actually for the Bronx Zoo's Wildlife Conservation Society Summer Camp Program! My…read moreniece has been going to this camp for a few summers now, and she LOVES it!! My niece has always said she wants to be a Veterinarian when she grows up. So this Bronx Zoo Camp is perfect for her! This summer camp allows campers to explore the 265-acre zoo, and learn about animals and nature. She gets first-hand experience, up close and personal. How Awesome is that?!?! It's such an enjoyable, engaging, fun, and great learning experience! I asked my niece what her fave part of this camp is, and she said she love is ALL, and can't name just a few fave activities. Geez....Am I aged out of this camp?!?! I wanna go!!! Hahaha Camp Features & Details: Daily Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (drop-off program)...you have to arrive by 8:30am. Ages/Grades: Programs span various age groups from early childhood up to middle/high school. Activities: Up-close animal encounters, guided zoo exhibit tours, hands-on science, and conservation games. Camp Pricing (it ain't cheap! lol): $300 members / $325 regular (Toddler Camp) $700 members / $775 regular (5-day camp) $1215 members / $1350 regular (2-week program) Warning: Available spots fill up FAST!! So make sure you register early. Your kid's life will be forever-changed!

Came by on Mother's Day at around 10:30 (it opens at 10) and it was already getting crowded…read more Admission is $6/adult if you live in Bergen County. If not, it's $10. The carousel is $3. It's a pretty small zoo, which has its pros and cons. Pros are that you can finish seeing everything pretty quickly. We probably spent less than an hour there, including the carousel. Cons are that there was not much to see. There were exhibits that listed certain animals, but they were nowhere to be found. I would say that if you're just looking for an activity to do with the kids, this would be a good option. But if you're looking to actually see any animals, you'll need to go to a bigger zoo.

I've been coming to Bergen Zoo since I was a little girl, so it's a place I've always loved. But on…read moremy most recent visit, I felt a little disappointed. I barely saw any animals, and many of the enclosures looked empty. I think there's a lot of potential for improvement, especially before the big crowds arrive. I hope they can bring back the charm and experience I remember from growing up, because this place truly has the ability to be so much better.

Always such an enjoyable trip, and the experience differs depending on the time of year. That said,…read morewe visit multiple times over the course of the year for various reasons. In the Spring, their garden center simply can't be beat. I purchase flats of vegetables for my garden here, and the plants always do incredibly well. Healthy, good producers, and for a great price. There also offer many varieties I can't find elsewhere. The market truly shines here. Fresh baked goods are incredible. Donuts, pies, cakes, etc. are all excellent. Fresh milk, vegetables, and eggs are also amazing. However, we LOVE their meats. You can't go wrong with any of them. The petting zoo is great for children and families. It is certainly elaborate and fun. Staff are kind and helpful, always willing to strike up conversation. Prices are reflective of the quality here. We love it. Try it out!

Do not come here if you breastfeed your baby. I was having a…read morenice day picking flowers and veggies until I made my way to the market. My baby got hungry, so I looked for a place to nurse him. The only sitting area around (aside from the pumpkin garden that had no seats available) was a small secluded room next to the wine section. There were no customers there. So I made my way to a stool, took out my nursing poncho (I'm European so for me breastfeeding is completely natural, nonetheless I understand and respect the fact that other people might get distracted by it so I still wear a poncho to cover myself in public) and was about to take my baby out of his stroller when a lady working in the counter asked me what was I looking for. I replied "nothing thanks I just have to nurse him". She then stopped in complete shock, looked at me in disgust and said "You CANNOT DO THAT HERE". I think I was just as in shock upon hearing this in the 21st century, in a so-called "family-friendly" place. I quickly got up, turned away, and had to go all the way back to my car with my crying baby to be able to feed him. Of course as soon as I finished breastfeeding him in my car, I drove off, and I will for sure never drive into this place again. Nor will I recommend it to any other moms. Really sucky experience for a postpartum woman, who just moved into town, and was very excited to take her baby to the farm. I had booked my tickets a couple days ago and what I expected to be a fun farm day turned out to be an experience where I felt judged and discriminated for having to do something as physiological as feeding my baby. I understand a room next to a wine-selling section might not be an ideal place to nurse, trust me, it wasn't for me either. But the lady could have been a LOT nicer, much less judgy, and be polite enough to guide me into a better place to feed my baby rather than making me go away as if I was gross. I think if you work in a customer-facing role in a family farm, being this rude to a family should be a deal breaker and managing these situations with kindness should be non-negotiable. And if you're a place that "welcomes" families with kids of all ages, you should also expect some breastfeeding moms might have to feed their children.. And either have a place for them to do so, or good enough manners to handle the situation. But maybe that's just me. Extremely bizarre day for me and my family.

AKA The Bat Cave…read more.... Came here in October as a recommendation from a colleague. Brought the kids here with the impression that all we were going to do was feed bats. Tickets were purchased in advanced online. This made checking in easy. We walked in and was greeted right away. As we approached the animals in the first room, we were informed of the type of animal and it's name. We got to feed some tortoise here. Into the second room to our surprise we found two pigs that we also got to feed. By far the friendliest pigs ever. They loved to eat but also loved rubs! The final room was the grand finale. Here they had cages with plenty of bats that we also got to feed. The feeding of these bats was truly a one of a kind experience. Aside from the animal smell which was expected as they are animals, we had a fun time! Everyone there was so informative and had great knowledge of every animal and/or reptile we had questions on.

Great time here today. My daughter loved seeing all of the animals and had fun feeding the bats…read more She initially was hesitant but the woman explained everything to her and made her feel comfortable to do it herself.

"A big kid in a candy store" is the best way to describe my day trip to the Bronx Zoo. I made the…read moretwo-hour journey from Brooklyn to the Bronx because the region's premier zoo had long been on my bucket list, and it certainly did not disappoint. Getting there was straightforward: the 4 train to the Bronx followed by the BxM12 bus brought me right to the zoo. I did find the admission price a bit steep at $47 for a senior ticket, but once inside, it was easy to see where the money goes. The zoo is absolutely massive, yet laid out quite well. Better directional signage would have been helpful, but the pictograms worked reasonably well, and staff members were stationed throughout the grounds and always available to answer questions. One of the highlights was the accessible monorail, which provides a relaxing way to see a large portion of the zoo. There was also a shuttle service, though it did not appear to be wheelchair accessible. I appreciated the thoughtful signage letting visitors know when animals were outside if indoor habitats appeared empty. Another standout feature was the extensive use of large glass viewing areas, creating an immersive experience that made me feel remarkably close to the animals. They appeared calm, comfortable, and well cared for. Because it was a fairly hot day, spotting some animals required peering through bushes and dense vegetation, but that only added to the feeling of observing them in a more natural environment. The gorillas were the stars of the day for me. They were absolutely enormous, fascinating to watch, and truly awe-inspiring. One piece of advice: get there when the zoo opens at 10 a.m. It became crowded very quickly, especially with families and young children. As a power wheelchair user, navigating around excited kids darting in every direction could be challenging at times. That said, the zoo's pathways and routes are very powerchair-friendly. Visitors using manual wheelchairs may find the zoo more demanding simply because of how large and spread out the grounds are. After five hours of exploring, I left tired but happy. The day was enjoyable, adventurous, educational, and fascinating. Most of all, it reminded me what it feels like to be a big kid in a candy store. #BronxZoo #TysAdventures26 #BronxNY #

I enjoyed this day at the zoo. I took advantage of a free Wednesday (book your ticket the Monday…read morebefore) and saw pretty much everything I wanted to see. I did pay the extra $7 to go to the Congo and see exactly one gorilla and one Okapi. The gorillas were actually more readily visible outside the special Congo exhibit. But the exhibit itself was kinda cool. I am a big walker so the 3+ miles I tracked on my fitness app were no problem, but I could see how this would be harder for families with small children. I did feel like I was backtracking a lot because of the way the park is laid out. The animal enclosures are BIG. And right now many of them seem to be a bit overgrown with spring vegetation. While this is great for the animals, I didn't really feel up close with many of the exhibits. I used a lot of zoom on my camera. Some highlights - the peacocks roaming about. You will hear them, but if not, they tend to hang around Soma Village. The reptile pavilion featured a lot of cool snakes. I also enjoyed the World of Birds exhibit. Père David deer - the zoo is a big breeder of this threatened species and there were 5 fawns in the enclosure playing together. Disappointments - did not see any tigers, the red panda was also well hidden. I know the zoo does a lot of great things for wildlife conservation, but I feel like I missed some of that explanation. At smaller zoos there have been volunteers or docents roaming about to talk about the animals - oftentimes unscripted - so I've learned about things like Species Survival Plans (SSPs) and how zoos manage breeding programs by trading siblings with other zoos so there is not species inbreeding. Getting there: take the 5 train to 180th street. Straight shot down 180th then a right on Boston and you will see the "A" Asia gate. I am rounding up to 4 stars but would probably give it 3.5. Not my most favorite zoo, but worth another visit!

Although it was smaller than what we are used to, it was fun. We had a good time looking at all the…read moreanimals. The best part was the seals. They were crowd pleasers for sure. Worth the 14 per adult.

Every time I purchase tickets from wcs.org I get immediately subscribed (without any my intention)…read moreto multiple mailing lists, and start getting lots of emails from various addresses like info@ , donate@ , newsletter@ members@ em.wcs.org. I just want to visit attraction, why I get resubscribed over and over to multiple mailing lists? Zoo itself is great.

This is one of the best (and underrated) attractions within the Zoo. A self guided tour that…read morebrings you into a greenhouse featuring hundreds of butterflies, along with a small pond that has colorful fish. Excellent photo opportunities here. I loved it.

It's an enclosed environment made to support life for the various birds, butterflies, ducks and…read moregiant koi inside. I remember when this was a big tented room, but now it has a winding path that guides you along. Note: If you are visiting on a particularly hot or humid day...it will be even more humid inside the butterfly garden, so bring a cooling towel or a spritz bottle with cold water to make your visit bearable. Butterflies may lite in your hair or on your clothing, don't panic. They'll eventually fly away. Don't touch any of the butterflies and stay off the dirt. It costs $6 to enter.