Great inner city zoo for a long day of walk. I've been coming here for years and I love how they are making improvements. I wish they had better food options, though. I like the parking that came with the membership.
Bronx Zoo is an amazing place to walk around while we see exotics animal, wild animals from America, Africa, Indonesia and Asia. On Wednesday is free entrance. However, they have special fees for Gorillas and a few else. I enjoyed my time, specially when i saw the tiger.
I loved going on the class trip with my class the zoo was clean each section was clean enjoyed our trip to the Bronx zoo
Family friendly be prepared to walk. Bring your own food the lines for concessions are long and pricey.
Very nice place to visit with your family and friends
It was a great place to visit. However I felt that the map and guides were not user friendly which cut into our time and enjoyment in getting to see all the exhibits .
Very nice place to visit with family kids enjoy it and have fun. We love this place and come with 5 yo kid regularly.
The animals were very active when we came & that was great for our boys. Good family trip to learn more about creation!
My whole family loves this place. Also watch the zoo on animal planet for great behinf the scenes
Nice place but requires a lot of walking. Worth talking the full ticket to use shuttle service.
Nice place for the kids locally. Food is is good in all the restaurants.
Had a great time. Kinda nice with reduced capacity. The staff is friendly and nice. Became a member.
This zoo is okay for NYC. Parking is a headache. If walking isn't your thing, not a great option. Staff is very helpful and caring though.
Plenty to see and can be there all day if you'd like
Have been visiting the Bronx Zoo since I was a small child and never ever disappointed.
The Bronx Zoo remarkably continues in its evolution for the better, in the care and health of most all its animals.
Again, as with all human made institutions/facilities, a slip is inevitable.
But once discovered, it needs to be corrected.The Bronx Zoo has always tried to accomplish a most magnificent job in that process, towards most all its animals. Much more improved since the 1960's.
This is truly a place to visit and support. With the hope that we will become aware of the beauty, and most importantly the benefit of all the animals on this planet, our planet.
Our most beloved home.
Notice traveling time by car is most often very long, with lots of traffic.
Therefore, I would suggest walking to the zoo. Or taking the Metro North Trains get off @ Botanical Garden exit. Then you will still have about 1/2 mile walk south to the Zoo entrance.
Best times are early Spring & Autumn seasons, when most of the animals will be out. And it may not be as crowded.
Always check the traffic and weather conditions before you leave home .
Be safe & alert in the Bronx. Oh yes, but beware of the lions, and tigers and bears.
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This is really a lovely place to spend a day. The zoo is nestled within a lush landscape with many strolling paths and, of course, interesting animal habitats. The subway or Metro North rail both get you nearby, so it s quite easy to visit without a car. The food choices for vegetarians are a bit slim so take some snacks if you plan to stay a while.
Really nice, it's a "play what you wish" place and it worth each penny that you pay
Good zoo but a lot of it closes seasonlly which makes sense.
So much to see. It had been 15 yrs since I was there and it was like I was there for the first time again. Didn't get to all animal exhibits, will need to return again soon.
A good zoo with a good mission and a great way to spend a day with your family.
Huge zoo and tons of animals to look at. Be sure to go early because you'll be walking a lot throughout the park if you want to experience everything.
MY DAUGHTER HAD A GREAT TIME LOOKING AT ALL THE ANIMALS. THE EXHIBITS ARE GREAT AND EVERYONE THERE WAS VERY FRIENDLY!
Luv seeing all the animals think I had more fun than the children lol
We have different wild animals there,it is so good to discover wild animals and compare with pets
Awesome experience but if your going to go do it early in the morning so you can catch everything.
Best zoo in the tri-state area! Family fun for everyone! Be sure to bring plenty of $$ and comfortable sneakers because exploring is the only way to absorb this wildlife kingdom. Will always come back to visit the lions and my favorite, the monkeys!
This is one of the best places to go in NYC if you have young children. It is stroller/wheelchair friendly with plenty of outdoor seating for picnic. Animals have ample room to roam around and not caged, so expect quite a bit of walking between exhibits. Staffs were nice and welcoming.
Here are a few tips for new visitors:
- Bring your IDNYC to the admission windows for one year of free membership
- Arrive early for free street parking
- Bring your own food and water
My husband and I had a great time at the zoo!! We took the train up to the Bronx from Manhattan and at the end of the train line we grabbed an Uber. The zoo seemed small and we didn't get to see the tigers that day, but it was neat connecting with the wildlife outside of the concrete jungle. Our favorite was the gorillas as they were very interactive. The zoo also offers beer which is awesome for adults. There is a shuttle which is nice for bypassing a few exhibits and getting to the other side of the park faster. The staff that works the concession stands were very nice. The restrooms were relatively clean. You can ride camels there. Cool experience and we plan on returning.
Had a wonderful experience and it free ALL day on Wednesday
Nice for kids, a lot of activities closed,we had a difficulty finding any shuttle and we had to walk for a long distance to reach the exit, otherwise it is fun
The Bronx Zoo easily one of the better zoo in NYC. That dinosaur safari is a long wait. I sat 2 hrs while family went looking around the zoo
My children love this place so much we joined the Wildlife Conservation Society
Not the place I thought it would be. The Bronx Zoo is a quite boring place, and their isn't much entertainment. Unless you like either the merchandise, or you are really in to learning about the animals, I don't recommend you go here.
Awesome place to spend your time with your family. Remember every Wednesday is free! It gets packed fast so I advisr to go early as you can. If you go on any other day and pay for the "All Access" pass, It will be worth the money.
I visited the zoo on a Thursday having missed place my membership card. Customer service representative was extremely polite and helpful, emailing me a temporary pass immediately. I rarely visit the zoo and or the five parks that I'm allowed to visit with my membership. But I don't mind, for it allows me to support their wonderful work. I'm from a very small island in the Caribbean and our zoo leaves a lot to be desired. Since the zoo is so large we plan to visit again to see the other parts.
The zoo was very clean, the staff very helpful and friendly escorting us to areas for additional help. I also felt safe with the NYPD presence. My grandson wanted to take a picture of the cops, and the cop offered my grandson to take the picture with them. With membership which I would highly recommend I didn't have to pay for the items I heard other visitors complained about, in addition it's a big tax deduction. A resounding heartfelt applause to CEOs, Directors, Managers and Staff - job well done!!!
Definitely worth checking out. Large and spaced out. Don t feel like you re in the city. Array of animals. Lots of birds. More animals during the warmer months.
Tremendously fun. Spent the entire day. Must see place in NY
My family and I really love the Bronx Zoo! Our 20mont old loves the free roaming "Kah-koos" (peakocks!). The animals always look so healthy and vibrant, and the zoo is very accommodating for all ages. My big reason for not giving it all 5 stars is that, despite being members for the last few years, early this month, when we went on a Friday (over a lot of middle/elementary schools spring breaks), parking (which we're supposed to get free as members) was totally shut down in all lots because they were all apparently "full." It was 1pm. People that had gotten there at open were already leaving. Despite seeing several open spots while driving by, the person "directing traffic" just said "find the nearest university and park there." I'm not familiar with the Bronx other than the zoo, and I had 5 children with me. NOT COOL. I was able to find free street parking a few blocks away, but I was quite disappointed with the lack of actual direction.
Free to the public on Wednesday's!! Use one of the ALTERANTE entrances (not the main!!), and the line is much shorter to get in on a Wednesday! The zoo will be very busy on the day that it's free but keep in mind you are in one of the five boroughs in New York City and it is busy in the city in general so be prepared.
We had a really nice day. It was rainy and the animals were active. Watched one snow leopard prowl right in front of the glass. The monkey house was closed, but there was a capuchin display on its outside that was still open. The giraffes were gorgeous, tall and close enough to see stride across the grass. They have a red panda! The carousel and butterfly garden are each an extra $6. The wait for Dinosaur Safari was about an hour around 10:30 am.
Nice exhibits but no animals in them (no tigers, lions, red panda, snow leopard or gorillas). Even the extra indoor gorilla exhibit had no gorillas. Not sure how this can be considered a top zoo in the country.
Great zoo perfect for the whole family memberships are worth it if you come a few times a year
One of the nicest zoos I've been to! All day event its so big,Very clean and wicked helpful and resourceful employees throughout the entire park.
A very nice ZOO in deed. The animal displays are good, and the way the path and walk ways are designed make it easy to navigate.
The best place to get in touch with nature no matter what your age or abilities are. There is always something new at the zoo. The young playful gorillas were so enjoyable to watch as there elders say like statues.
Big & crowded .. specially on Wednesday... free addmission day.
Love the place. Membership is what you need. Save alot of money and for a good cause.
Great place to commune with nature and watch your kids learn about animals and their conservation.
It was fun... a zoo is a zoo anyway. So yeah it's good
Better get the special ticket to be able to visit the Congo gorilla.
Wonderful variety of animals. Very energetic. Fun for children as well. The only thing I had a problem with was the prices.
A big zoo, it is too tired to walk all the zoo. many animal and many plant. The price of the ticket is $40 for a adult, and $30 for a child.
A wonderful experience looking at various species in a very appropriate settings a must for everyone
While I was here I did not see a single
1. Otter
2. Mermaid
3. Unicorn
4. Fairy OR petter pan
5 dinosaurs
6 or an elf
This is very disappointing they don't even have Dino nuggets
DONT WASTE YOU MONEY PEOPLES
The Zoo lights was a fun experience but cafe was crowded.
The light show was great. A fun thing to do with the kids during the pandemic.
The zoo itself is great. The experience of visiting the zoo is a nightmare. Never before have I seen a bunch of obnoxious, undisciplined, very loud kids all in one place. Thousands of barbaric children are brought here on school trips and literally shove and body check you at each exhibit. Chaperones have no control over these kids and the zoo staff allows this behavior to interfere with the enjoyment of the other guests who want to bring their families here. I'm never returning to this place. I'd rather be on the other side of the fence with the lions. I'd be much safer.
Great place the day we went was very crowded. Wednesday is free in the summer. So very crowded!
This place has always been a worthy attraction ever since I was a child. It's a joy to know that still holds true as an adult. The best part of it all? I live just 15 minutes away, walking distance.
Still as I remembered it. Children and I loved the variety of exhibits. Its a 2 day Trip.
Surprised that you can see the animals so close! Beautiful conservation place. If you go make sure to go to the Gorilla' s section. It's an extra charge of $6, however, this is use for their conservation and high medical bills. Stop by the theater inside, the documentary is about just 7 minutes but you will get a beautiful surprise at the end!
Jungle world is awesome and hot! But too crowded during pandemic, you will need reservations.
Amazing experience. This was by far the best zoo I have ever been to. It's so unlike any other zoo my family had visited. The are really no bars most animals have a lot of room to roam. My kids had so much fun and were in awe of the habitats. Coming from Binghamton we didn't get to see everything we will definitely be back again.
Always a great time a little pricey but we'll worth the experience
Friendly, hardworking staff. Fun zoo with a wide variety of exhibits for the whole family.
Amazing zoo, alot of animals and is a really good place to go with your family, specially to take the kids. Highly recommended.
Best zoo I've been in. So beautiful and organized. A huge place! Expensive though!
Bronx zoo never disappoints on a good time. Do initially it was my daughter's class trip. We had total experience tickets. The only drawback was that many of the popular attractions ex. Children's Zoo, Congo, were closed for the season opening on the weekend of Easter. Bummer! BUT, my daughter and I did the Nature Trek and Whoa! What an exciting adventure! Became a kid all over again..lol. I also enjoyed the Bug Carousel. Look forward to being at the zoo again soon
I love the place. It's pricey but I go every year with my kids and many times through out the year. It's a great place.
Fantastic! I discover a new beast each time I come here. This time, I found the Malay mouse deer. What a delightful little fellow! Go check him out!
I love the Bronx Zoo I am a bronx board I was born in Puerto Rico but raised in the Bronx I love the Bronx
This place is surely confusing... Its big but you will take the entire day to walk around also the animals most of them u can't see..I was totally lost I enter from one side and had to exit another where as I had to walk for almost 20minutes to get back to my car. Not forgetting everything is expensive!!!!
Great place to spend the day, but stay away on wednesdays, that's free admission day, and on Wednesday you'll find more dangerous animals outside the cages than inside the cages
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