Bronx Zoo
Bronx, NY 10460
Phone: (718) 367-1010
- Directions:
- 2, 5 at E Tremont Ave-W Farm Square
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat-Sun 10am-5:30pm
Editorial Review for Bronx Zoo – by Sheila Kim
Facts
When it opened in 1899, the Bronx Zoo was a leader in animal management, thanks to its thoughtfully constructed simulations of the native habitats of its myriad denizens. Today, 265 acres of wooded park and house more than 6,000 animals, including some of nature's rarest species: Asian elephants, Chinese alligators and snow leopards among them.
Features
Within the zoo are endless subsections, such as Jungle World (which replicates a tropical rainforest) and the World of Darkness (which gives visitors a glimpse into the nightlife of bats and naked mole-rats). For family fun, the Children's Zoo features interactive exhibits which let kids climb up a spider's web or crawl through a prairie dog tunnel. As for the famed Congo Gorilla Forest, that 6.5-acre re-creation of an African rainforest is inhabited by mandrills, red river hogs, DeBrazza monkeys and of course, gorillas.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoSpecial exhibits may require additional fees.
The ExtrasAlthough you can't work directly with the animals, there are other volunteering opportunities at the zoo. Call (718) 220-5141 for more information.
Save MoneyWednesdays, admission is collected by donation.
User Reviews for Bronx Zoo
12/08/2006 Posted by linda_40
The Zoo is the most fun thing to do. They have changed it since I was a kid for the better. Like the "habitats" the animals "live" in, the rides through the animal areas, the light show in the winter and just walking around, it's great exercise. Yes, the food is not the greatest, but after you're done at the Zoo, you can go over to the Little Italy of the Bronx . . . Arthur Avenue for the best Italian food.
Pros: the animals, the rides, the fun walking around
Cons: parking
05/19/2003 Posted by watullo
This is a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon - especially as a group outing. The ONLY downside is the price. $7 parking, $11 admission, $8 "ticket upgrade" (if you plan on attending any of the "cool exhibits -- do yourself a favor and upgrade). Lunch and refreshments ran approx $10/pp. It's also best to get there when the park opens (10 am) for a good parking spot.
Pros: Beautiful
Cons: $$$$, Parking
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