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Bronx Zoo

2300 Southern Boulevard, The Bronx, New York

Description

The Bronx Zoo opened in 1899 with buildings in Beaux-Arts design and is today the largest metropolitan zoo in the USA. It is affiliated with other zoos managed by the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) within New York. There are currently over 4,000 animals from 650 species spread across sections such as (inter alia) Birds of Prey, African Plains, Baboon reserve, Madagascar, the Sea Lion Pool, and Tiger Mountain.

Access & Transport

The zoological garden is in the southern part of Bronx Park By public transport, take line 2 or 5 to Pelham Parkway and walk or the BxM11 express bus from Manhattan (leaving from madison Ave between 26th and 99th Streets, then travels directly to the Zoo's Bronx River entrance). Car all-day parking is $20 More info on how to get there: https://bronxzoo.com/plan-your-visit/getting-here/transit Accessibility info: https://bronxzoo.com/plan-your-visit/accessibility

Instructions & Recommendations

All visitors must have a date-specific ticket. Limited Admission tickets are for park entry only and are $26.95 (ages 13+) and $18.95 (ages 3-12 yrs.); they do not include any "Star Attractions".

Meta review

The zoo gets very good reviews overall but isn't without issues, price first among them. Many visitors complain of the admission fee, how expensive F&B is inside, and the time it takes to get there from Midtown/Downtown Manhattan. That being said, there are recurring positive comments about how large the place is, the shaded paths, the animal enclosures that seem well cared for, and the play areas and attractions to keep children entertained.

Environmental & Social

WCS has some research/education aspects and is involved in conservation projects such as the Makira National Park in Madagascar and in Melanesia (Oceania). This partially compensates for the ethical aspect of keeping animals in captivity.

Conclusion

The Bronx Zoo is arguably one of the best family activities in NYC but isn't great value for most travellers and residents, in our opinion. An option to consider for those tired of the museum and skyscrapers with 5 days or more in the city.

Key positive

Large, with good diversity of animal species

Excellent family activity

Key negative

Very expensive

The concept of zoos is debatable

Suitability

Suitable for all ages and accessible to visitors with reduced mobility.

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

Updated in October 2023

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit
Last admission 30mins prior to closing. Closed on Thanksgiving, 25 Dec, 01 Jan and Martin L.KJ. Day

av. transport time:0h 45m

est. visit time:3h

Regulated hours

Start of Season 1:Apr, 01

Season 1

MONDAY10:00 - 17:00

TUESDAY10:00 - 17:00

WEDNESDAY10:00 - 17:00

THURSDAY10:00 - 17:00

FRIDAY10:00 - 17:00

SATURDAY10:00 - 17:30

SUNDAY10:00 - 17:30

Start of Season 2:Nov, 05

Season 2

MONDAY10:00 - 16:30

TUESDAY10:00 - 16:30

WEDNESDAY10:00 - 16:30

THURSDAY10:00 - 16:30

FRIDAY10:00 - 16:30

SATURDAY10:00 - 16:30

SUNDAY10:00 - 16:30

Pricing
Age band
Age band
Regular price / pers.
Senior
65 - 99
US$37
Adult
13 - 64
US$42
Child
3 - 12
US$32
Infant
0 - 2
US$0
Includes Dinosaur Safari, unlimited rides, & attractions.

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