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General information, zoo history, map, education program summary, animal photos and descriptions, and calendar of events. Part of The Wildlife Conservation Society.
You can see the Bronx Zoo’s colony of little penguins at the Aquatic Bird House. Become a Virtual Member. Get more of the animals you love. Watch full episodes. Go to Animal Planet.
Plan Your Visit. There are more than 265 acres for you to explore at the Bronx Zoo and over 10,000 animals. Here's what you need to know to have an awesome day with wildlife. Buy Tickets.
Zoo Closes. 4:30pm. Last entry to the zoo is 45 min prior to park closing. Animal exhibits close 30 min prior to park closing. Exhibit line may close earlier if there is a wait time of more than 30 min. Bug Carousel and Nature Trek are open until park closing.
Things to Do. The Bronx Zoo spans more than 265 acres, which means there are plenty of opportunities for you to connect with the animals you love. Whether you want to watch the bison graze, or hear from the experts during a keeper chat, we’ve got you covered. Explore which outdoor and indoor exhibits you’d like to stop by first.
Get unlimited admission to the Bronx Zoo, Central Park Zoo, Prospect Park Zoo, and Queens Zoo while also helping us with our mission to protect wildlife and inspire the next generation of zoologists and conservationists. Choose the Membership that’s right for you.
The Bronx Zoo, the Wildlife Conservation Society’s flagship park, opened on November 8, 1899. Since then, the zoo has created a unique window into the natural world for city dwellers in the heart of the Bronx - and serves as a springboard and hub for conservation efforts across the entire planet.
Today, the Bronx Zoo is world-renowned for its large and diverse animal collection, and its award-winning exhibitions. The zoo is part of an integrated system of four zoos and one aquarium managed by the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), and it is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).
Maximize your next trip to the zoo. Check out bronxzoo.com/today on your smartphone to view real-time info and our interactive map.
Maximize your next trip to the zoo. Check out bronxzoo.com/today on your smartphone to view real-time info and our interactive map. Be sure to check the daily schedule of feedings and enrichment demonstrations happening at exhibits throughout the park.
