Central Park Petting Zoo

Central Park Zoo    

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Central Park Zoo is a compact but captivating zoo located in the heart of New York City, nestled within the iconic Central Park. Established in 1860, …

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May 3, 2025
Central Park Zoo is divided into two separate areas for adults and children. It’s relatively small. Can be very busy at times.Full review by StephenCr0ss
Apr 4, 2025
Great time visiting Central Park zoo. We were able to join the pop up tour led by Alex and it made the experience truly memorable. He’s a great guide, very knowledgeable and personable. Highly recomm…Full review by Stephanie S
Mar 14, 2025
Central Park Zoo was a fun little activity to do whilst in the park but bear in mind it doesn’t take long to see everything. We were there for about an hour in total. It was thoroughly enjoyable but …Full review by Hayley May M
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One of the first experiments in creating natural habitats for diverse animals in an urban setting, the Central Park Zoo is, expectedly, small-sca…
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More than a million visitors a year flock here for quality time with some 130 species that inhabit this 6.5-acre corner of Central Park. Don't mis…
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The stellar zoo located within the sprawling Central Park is one of the most recognized wildlife attractions in the city. Part of a networ…
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Hi, how much time should we plan to see the zoo? How big is it? Also, are there any playground areas inside for the kids? …
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Hi, how much time should we plan to see the zoo? How big is it? Also, are there any playground areas inside for the kids? Thank you.
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Apologies - just saw your query now. We had teenage & young adult age children with us & we managed to spend approx 3hrs there. For littlies there was the childrens zoo which you …
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Apologies - just saw your query now. We had teenage & young adult age children with us & we managed to spend approx 3hrs there. For littlies there was the childrens zoo which you could feed the "farm" animals at. There was a playing area in there.
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Visiting in Nov/Dec 2019 - what are the opening hours? The website isn’t very helpful Thanks
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There is a gate and they definitely take your tickets (which you purchase on the other side of the walkway). The zoo is small, so unless you do the 4D thing, you would easily see …
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There is a gate and they definitely take your tickets (which you purchase on the other side of the walkway). The zoo is small, so unless you do the 4D thing, you would easily see everything in two hours. We really debated going because the reviews were mixed, but our 6,11 and 17yr old all enjoyed it and it was a change from the other attractions in NYC. Just be aware that it isn't a whole day activity - but in my opinion, it is priced appropriately for its size and easy to view enclosures.
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Hello, I'm from Miami, Fl. I'm planning on visiting the zoo in December, is it comfortable to see the zoo is the cold …
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Hello, I'm from Miami, Fl. I'm planning on visiting the zoo in December, is it comfortable to see the zoo is the cold weather, anyone recommends to do this attraction in the winter, anything below 50 degrees to us is COLD ?
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Ruth, In December in NewYork the average temperature is in the 40’s and 30’s so you would be freezing! I suggest you visit one of the many fabulous indoor sites. Like the Natural …
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Ruth, In December in NewYork the average temperature is in the 40’s and 30’s so you would be freezing! I suggest you visit one of the many fabulous indoor sites. Like the Natural History museum or the Metropolitan Museum of Art or the Empire State Building or the Rockettes at Radio City Music Hall. Buy a hat, scarf and gloves and enjoy every minute!
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Would it be fun to just ride threw the park site seeing on a party bus?
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Only on foot. Vehicle traffic is not allowed.
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What is the best way to purchase tickets to the zoo?
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Ticket purchases for the Central Park Zoo, and Member ticket reservations, should be made online in advance through the zoo's official website. This system allows us to...
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Do not feed the animals without any guidance
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Keep your kids with you at all times to avoid mishaps.
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Visit the children's zoo housing the only cow in manhattan, or check out the playful sea lions
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The zoo offers a discount for online tickets after filling in a registration form at the Zoo's official website
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You cannot park your car at the zoo, however, it is possible to arrange an online parking reservation for a parking garage near the zoo
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Buying tickets online will save you 10%
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A special children's zoo lets kids get close to goats, sheep, and pigs, too
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There are also fruit bats in the rainforest and a large free-flight area for birds
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The temperate territory transports visitors to asia where they can visit with cranes, red pandas, and snow monkeys
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You can also go on a scavenger hunt to find your favorite animals
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In the polar circle, glass walls allow you to see penguins and polar bears swimming just inches from your face
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Is perfect for small children – especially the animal feeding from 10am to 2pm
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Also look for the adorable California sea lion pup named Bruiser
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Children can observe jungle frogs, poison-dart frogs, Surinam toads and tons of other little critters
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Visit the frigid penguin house to see the gentoo and chinstrap penguins waddle, and try to spot four new king penguins
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The zoo is good for short attention spans; you can cover the entire thing in 1 1/2 to 2 hours
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The central park zoo includes the tisch children's zoo
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There is also a 4d cinema experience – only 15mins long but worth a watch and pretty entertaining
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