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    4.3 (228 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 4:30 pm

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    Ginette P.

    Lord knows the last time I stepped foot in this zoo? This is one of those little places u forget it's around. Random day hubby & I decide to come check it out .. prices are very reasonable. Once inside u go about your own pace, they do have quite a few variety of animals to see. Main attraction seems to still be the Seal's which are so cute to watch. For what it is this zoo serves its purpose nice to check out.

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    Troy L.

    The Zoo that is near the New York Hall of Science. So you can stop by Hall of Science before or after you visit to the zoo if you have time. This was my first time at the Queens Zoo. It is definitely larger than the Central Park Zoo. They have two sides one where you can see the typical soon animals if they come out (e.g. when I went the black bear was hiding) and the other side had animals you could feed and pet. Overall, a pretty good zoo to spend 1 hour walking around especially if you have kids.

    Carmen L.

    Near the hall of science. You can basically spend a whole day at this area since it includes a zoo. You pay for your ticket at the entrance and you are on your own self tour. There are signs and it's big circle so you won't get lost. There is also another side to the zoo where you can feed the animals at 25 cents for the food. A lot of active animals running around on that end because they are hungry for food. Also a side note cannot bring the scooters inside the zoo, strollers are allowed. Do not know the reason why scooters are not allowed. This was the downside part as kids can get tired walking a long pathway. There is also an eating area inside the zoo and food for purchase. Animals like bears and foxes are hiding. There is also a seal show. Overall good experience if you never been to the zoo.

    Norman J.

    My 3 yr old son had the time of his life . Me and my wife took him to the queens zoo, here at flushing meadow park. This was his first time to this particular zoo. He enjoyed the petting zoo so much. From the lamas, to the horses even the little goats .he made a few friends with most of them. We both feed quite a few of them. He didn't want to leave, but once we went to the amusement park side. My little guy lost it, from the carousels horses to the fast roller-coaster. I have to admit the roller-coaster had me a little bit shook up.but for him he laughed the whole time. I thought after that he would be done, so got on the leap frog, a bungee type ride .He was a pro, he didn't cry or anything. He just laughed and couldn't stop smiling. We also enjoyed the little tea cup ride that goes in circles when you spin the middle of it. All the rides were fun for all of us, we made alot of memories to last us a lifetime on this 4th of July. I would definitely recommend the queens zoo, not only because queens is my favorite borough. But because me and family genuinely had a fun time here on the 4th of July.

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    Cynthia L.

    Cute and the perfect local zoo for Queens! My family has the Wildlife Conservation membership for the year and we are visiting all the zoos in New York City! This is the perfect, small local zoo for young kids. Queens Zoo is located in Corona Park. It is a lot smaller than other zoos in NYC but it is perfect size for local parents with babies and toddlers. There are two parts of the zoo, one is the petting zoo where you can meet animal friends such as the alpaca, sheep, goat, rabbit, and cattle. You can purchase little kibbles and feed the animals. My toddler loves the petting zoo and it always makes her extra happy when she gets to feed the animals. The second part is the actual zoo with the Aviary exhibit to see birds, Bison field, Lynx forest, and our personal favorite the brown bear cave. Overall, we spend about 2-3 hours each time we come just to take a walk and run our toddler's energy out before her afternoon nap time. There is parking at the zoos that comes with the membership with additional cost but there is also plenty of street parking that is closer to the zoo entrance.

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    Chong Yip M.

    Great and fun zoo. There is a lot to see but it can go fast if you speed run it. The animals look happy and healthy. The bird exhibits is probably my favorite. There are so many free flying everywhere. There is also a petting zoo. 4 quarters get you a lot of food. You can feed goats. They have cows and llamas as well. Definitely will come back.

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    Melissa G.

    I appreciate the simplicity and ease of navigating this zoo. It is one large loop with little paths detouring you to each animal exhibit and then directing you back to the main path. There's no back-tracking or wondering if you accidentally skipped something. If you are really taking everything in, you could spend a solid 90 minutes here. But 45-hour is plenty of time to allocate. The main attraction is the sea lion feeding which happens multiple times/day, but sadly they were doing some work on the tank and did not hold any feedings the day I visited. The sea lions were also displeased since they were barking the whole time I was there! The walkways and exhibits are pretty well shaded which keeps the humans and animals cool. Aside from the sea lions, every animal was able to be seen even if they were snoozing. The cafe has some pre-made snacks, but limited selection so I passed. The second part of the zoo is a farm of domestic animals - goats, horses, cows, etc. Some were able to be fed. The aviary was my favorite part of the zoo. The geodesic dome is a hold over from the World's Fair of 1964 and it only serves to keep the birds in while allowing in all the natural light and weather elements of being outdoors. There is a combination of waterfowl and other species plus the trees were all in bloom for spring. At $10/adult this is an attraction to package in to a visit to Flushing/Corona Park.

    James I.

    Love this zoo. So beautiful & peaceful. The children's part is a lot of fun. You can feed goats & sheep. This is a perfect place for some family fun. Staff is always friendly. Highly recommend Queens Zoo for your next family outing.

    Katherine D.

    This zoo is soo beautiful and small but so fun to see the animals. We got free tickets from the staff as they were giving them out at the NYSCI next door to celebrate the re-opening of museum. They gave a free ticket for each of my family members. We went after we visited the museum and we gpt there a little before they started to feed the sea lions. We got there just in time and it was nice seeing them get feed and do little tricks like wave to the crowd and jumps in the water. We were also able to view many parakeet and parrot type birds. Which i adore as i have 4 little parakeets of my own and seeing the family of them was so nice. It was such a nice day to walk around and see all the animals. The staff members were also very nice and helpful in my getting around.

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    Amanda G.

    We had an awesome time at the Queens Zoo for our family Sunday funday homeschool field trip. Hubbs got tickets online with no issue. They sell a limited number every day so if tickets are not available it's because they sold all they have for the day. He also donated a little extra and scored us some animal print cloth masks which were cute. Finding the entrance was a little difficult. We visited the area before when we went to NYSCI which nearby. Initially we drove past everything trying to find the zoo, ended up doubling back and asking someone in the parking lot at the science museum. We were told to park in the museum lot and walk but it seemed kind of far so we spoke with our cuzzie, who visited recently with his family, and he told us to park on the street where we saw people enjoying themselves in the park. We lucked out and got parking on the street right at the park entrance. There is a parking lot there also but we didn't try to look in there. Bringing our stroller was no issue as the park entrance has a pretty cool ramp built into the stairs. We walked down the main path and it was easy to see where the zoo was located. Their tickets are for timed entry and ours were for 11 AM. They give you an hour grace period and we joked that it was likely due to the difficulty locating their entrance for first time visitors. There was no line to enter the park. We just showed our online receipt, received our free animal masks and entered the park. This is a small zoo but they really do well to make your experience a good one. It is very interactive. There are quest stations all over the park, where staff members educate visitors and offer some games to play. Our tiny tot sorted recyclables, matched prints and pics to animals, matched birds to their calls and learned about ocean plastic pollution. We even joined in on the fun. We were able to see the see lion feeding and learn about sea lions. We were also able to see a lot of the animals pretty up close, like in the aviary and the mountain lion enclosure. They have a gift shop and concessions area as well. They have a nice sized bathroom that I went to twice during our visit, and did not have to wait for a stall either time. We walked the entire zoo at our leisure and it took about two hours because we stopped everywhere and did a lot of the quests. It was perfect, timewise. We even stopped by Migration Park where our tot was able to ayin a small playground with slides, money bars and plenty of things to climb all over. After the zoo we went to their farm across the way, where we were able to feed goats, sheep, llamas and ducks. Entry is included in the zoo price so that was a plus. They also have a bathroom on site and a place to wash your hands after getting slobbered on. Before heading home we stopped at Fantasy Forest Amusement Park and bought ten tickets. In my opinion, that's enough for two parents and one kid. We went on the carousel and they only charged one ticket for one parent and child. Most of the rides were one ticket with the exception of the Frog Hopper, where we had to use two. Our tot was fearless and was eager to try every ride. I was in awe by her and happy that she jumped in with both feet. We would definitely come back here We had a great day together, spending time with each other and learning for fun.

    Peter L.

    We visited this cute little zoo to break the monotony of food crawling in NY. It may not have any pandas or elephants but it has alligators, mountain lions and ferocious goats in the petting zoo. The sea lion feeding session was def the highlight. Getting there from Flushings was a pain. The express subway does not stop there, even the local train skipped the station (111 St), we ended up getting off instead at mets Willets station & walked 25 min to get there. The zoo is small & you can easily finish the tour in 90 min. We went inside the Aviary (large cage) to check out the birds. Other animals such as the bear, the coyote & bald eagle were in hiding, from human or from the heat. The sea lion feeding session (11 am, 2 pm, 4 pm) was fun albeit lasting less than 10 min. All 3 of the sea lions can do simple tricks under the encouragement of the zoo keepers and endless supplies of treats. Make sure to bring plenty of quarters to buy pellets and feed the animals in the petting zoo. 50 cents only get you a tiny handful of pellets. Some of the lambs/goats/sheep can be quite aggressive. Our fav was a white baby llama, or was it an alpaca?

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    Great zoo for the family. Was impressed with the set up. Simple route along the zoo. Can be seen in a few hours. Petting zoo is fun.

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    Much better for young children than the Bronx zoo and at 4:00 we caught the sea lion show which was fantastic!!

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    4.1(1.5k reviews)
    7.5 mi

    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!

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    3.7(614 reviews)
    6.6 miCentral Park

    Small yet adorable zoo in the Central Park!!! Interesting collection of birds, seals, penguins and…read morefew other small mammals. 3 adult bears!!! Of note is the seal show that took place and attracted a large crowd. While not comparable to larger zoos - it is awesome for what it is!!!

    Walk into Central Park Zoo and you'll forget that you're in NYC. Yeah, it's all a zoo anyway, but…read morereally, this place is a much more peaceful zoo. These days, admission is about $17-$23 depending on your age. Reasonable, especially since it's not a huge zoo. I get in free because I have the WCS Family Membership. If you enjoy the Bronx Zoo and think you'll stop by here once or twice a year, the membership will easily pay for itself. You'll probably spend about an hour and a half here. You can spend longer if you catch one of the scheduled shows or experiences--I remember seeing a seasonal 4D show here. They also have restrooms and a small café. Right in the middle of the zoo is the seal exhibit. If you time it right, you can catch feeding time for the seals or the penguins. Secret tip: If you have no money, sit on the bench just outside the zoo and you can still watch the seals swimming around. Don't even bother with a map here. With the seals in the middle, just walk around them and you'll naturally see everything else. Complete the semicircle and you're done. If you have little ones and they're still eager for more, there's also the Tisch Children's Zoo just a short walk away. It's an easy addition to your day and has some great animals and hands-on exhibits for younger kids. It's a relaxing way to spend a couple of hours in Central Park and one of my favorite little zoos to visit.

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    4.1(193 reviews)
    8.2 miProspect Park

    My daughter and I visited this zoo this past Wednesday with friends. It took us about an hour to…read moreget the zoo via subway. The zoo was fun and was toddler friendly. They have monkeys, baboons, sand cats, fennec foxes, bats, an aviary, a barn (with sheep, Zebu, Llama, bunnies), emu, peacocks, sea lions and more. It was our first time there and it was nice. I would love to visit again to see the monkeys and watch the peacocks roaming around. Lastly, WCS members get discounts on merchandise. That's awesome!

    This zoo feels dated. While it's nice to see animals and get a break from all humanity that is New…read moreYork City, this zoo is absolutely small one out of the four WCS zoos in the city (oddly Staten Island has its own zoo) - maybe similar to the Central Park one. I do appreciate each borough having its own zoo but this one feels like an afterthought almost compared to the others. You can spend up to an hour here and see everything. However I do think, due to its size, it is appropriate that they focus on small mammals, reptiles, and birds. But even then, the viewing spaces for 98% of the animals do feel tight. Makes me feel bad for those that call this zoo home. I'll still come back, only because it's one of the few respites from city life and it's close to me which is why it got two stars from me. But if you're visiting the city, there's better zoos out there, especially in the Bronx.

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    It was my first time visiting this aquarium with my family. They have private parking for customers…read morewhich was great. They have so many exhibits it's hard to see in one day with a toddler. I can't wait to visit again and take time to see everything. Next to come in the morning. I just wish the souvenirs weren't so expensive.

    I haven't been to the New York Aquarium in over 20 years (damn, that made me feel realllyyy old)! I…read moreremember coming as a kid and always loved it there. It seemed like such a huge place. Back then, they had dolphins, beluga whales and it was so cool (but also pretty sad, now as an adult thinking back). Today, the aquarium is pretty underwhelming. It's definitely a lot smaller than what I remembered, and there seemed to be a lot of empty exhibits (as of May 2026). The coolest new addition was probably the shark exhibit, which is a tunnel tank, so you'll see sharks swimming above you. We got there right after it had opened at 10, so not too many people were there yet. By the time we finished the sea lion show (started at 11), it was starting to get crowded. Luckily after that, we only had one more exhibit to visit + the gift shop, so we quickly finished up and got out of there. Parking is $18 for up to 3 hours but I heard there may be street parking nearby, if you're lucky. I did get free tickets, but I would have been mad if I had to pay $32.95 per person for this. I would say to go if you can get discounted tickets somehow but if not, I don't think it's worth it, and you're better off just spending the day at the boardwalk.

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    3.7(25 reviews)
    10.9 mi

    This is pretty far from my home but it was a pretty nice experience. This is located all the way…read moreout at Floyd Bennett Field so commute was forever from Williamsburg. It's a nice area for kids. Many animals to feed. They have goats, pigs, cows, and horses that you can feed. The only thing is the animal feed is $9 and you can a ball of lettuce. I did not bother buying the feed and ended up picking up some leftover lettuce leaves on the floor for the cows to eat. Unfortunately one of the cows bit my fingernail. Thankfully nothing was scarred. But it was painful. I did not realize they have those feeding sticks to use so you won't get bitten. Anyways, this place is very clean and comes with a working handwashing station with lots of water and soap for you to wash hands. They also have hand sanitizer all around the area. They highlight cleanliness really well in this park. There is a corn box truck that is really fun and my daughter loved it a lot. She was very busy in the corn box filled with corn kernels and trucks and buckets everywhere for kids to enjoy. Many kids were inside the corn box, which did not become an issue though. There was enough space for every kid to enjoy. Food was pretty good. I got hot dogs for $4 each, fries for $5, and a corn for $5. They gave a lot of fries and the corn was buttered. There was a lot of condiments they had out for to get. There are hay rides and pumpkins you can get. The only thing is the hay rides have time slots so you got to make sure you get there on time. Overall, it's a nice experience for kids to have fun. Pretty spacious and lots of different activities to try. There is this slide with a lot of rollers going down instead of your traditional steel slide and it hurt my butt like crazy. Just went down the slide only once. There is also pop and dance music to make the park more lively playing in the background. The bathrooms are porta potties and they're all situated in the back of the park. Too bad they do not have real restrooms.

    Small farm, great for field trips. My son's charter school had the entire place to them only which…read morewas fun. It's a good size for the time there and there was a lot to do. The bathrooms are outdoors but clean. I had 2 issues.... The first that they need to tell the schools to have parents sends kids with cash to feed the animals and for snacks. No one knew and many of us did not bring cash. The second was the puppet show they had was a lot of fun. However, there is a part of the show where the cow sprays milk at people. We thought it was fake milk and possibly water...until my son broke out in hives. He's allergic to dairy and that's when we found out it was skim milk. It would be smarter and safer to use water instead of actual milk. Dairy allergy is very common and everyone reacts differently. My son happens to be one that reacts severely.

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