I love zoos and I love love love turtleback zoo! It is not as prices as the bronx zoo but also have a lot to see and explore! We did giraffe feeding and it was a fun experience. You'll see that most of their animals are sociable a good sign that they are happy and healthy!
I absolutely love this zoo. They have a really good variety of animals that you can see. The views to see most of the creatures are perfect. It's a very friendly and clean environment as well. This is a really good zoo to go to as a fun and family event. Definitely recommend going.
Great zoo. Small enough to get it done in a few hours, but big enough to spend a good chunk of a day with the kids. The train rude is shirt but it's good to sit for 10 minutes or so while catching the view of the lake.
I was a member for 3 years at this zoo. I spent many wonderful days here with the children.
My term of membership has expired and I wanted to extend it today. But what I saw here today changed my mind.
Half of the zoo was closed and the most interesting things for the kids as well. The train, touch tank, playground and much more are closed.
Much dirtier in the park than usual.
Even the water in the pool with the sea lions was so dirty that nothing could be seen. Green muddy
Friends - You have something to do in the Zoo. I should not have spent my money here.
Beautiful small zoo with varieties of African, Australian, Asian, South American, great plans, our own New Jersey and many animals. You can view some of the wild animals just inches away from the glass. Train ride is a must do not miss and it was free. Touch water animals, enjoy feeding the birdies, giraffe and many more. Ample parking available and they also offer free parking near by Kids will enjoy, have fun
My godson and I went to this zoo a couple days ago for the first time and we both had a great time! The zoo is larger and has more animals than I originally thought. Along with just being able to see all the animals my godson also rode the carousel and train, fed the goats and birds and touch the stingrays and sharks. The bathrooms and the zoo itself were very clean. The price of admission and the additional price to ride the carousel and feed the goats and birds was reasonable in my opinion. We will definitely be returning.
P.S. - the peacocks roam free at the zoo so don't be alarmed. Lol.
A fantastic zoo for your family, specially if you have younger kids. We became annual members and have gone back again a and again. Good social distancing and some great opportunities to see different animals (lots of giraffes, flamingos, stingrays). There s good food options for all or bring your own food. Plenty of places to sit and eat with your family. And the little (but fast moving) train around the lake is fun for the family. Parking is free, there s stroller renting too.
We had such a wonderful time here. We got to see so many animals. It was fun to feed the giraffe and see the butterflies . We also loved the petting zoo and the train ride. Enjoyed the sprinklers they had set up at certain spots for a nice little cool off. The Cafe was nice also and good selection of food to pick from. This is definitely a all day event because there is so much to do and see. So I definitely suggest getting there first thing when they open so you can pace your day. Also make sure to have sunscreen the sun will beat you down without even realizing it. Have quarters handy for the petting zoo to feed the animals. Definitely grab a map. The signs are not posted to well around the park so you definitely want a map to help guide you. The restrooms were kept very clean while we were there. This was such a great place for kids to come because there is so much for them to see, do and touch. We had so much fun here today and the staff we encountered were extremely pleasant
Such a cute little zoo. Even in the rain. This zoo has animals I haven't seen in a while. Tiny wallabys, white leopards, alpacas. Even in the pouring rain it was fun to walk about. I'd it was charming in the rain, imagine how perfect it would be on a sunny day. You should go. Enjoy!
Excellent, 1st class zoo, very clean, very well maintained, modern infrastructure, many new exhibits in top condition, very good proximity to animals usually from multiple vantage points, great train ride for kids at no additional charge, wonderful walking loop around the zoo with lots of options and turn offs. Delightful water touch tank where adults and kids can pet and feed small sharks and rays. Excellent new giraffe exhibit where guests may meet and feed the giraffes at eye level. Overall, the zoo is very well designed and maintained. It s evident that the County of Essex has prioritized the funding this wonderful zoo. Deserves more than 5 stars!
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