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Central Park Zoo

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Has a stamp of approval from The New Yorker and Time Out New York
"You can watch sea lions for free every day from behind the fence."(26 Tips)
"check out the grizzly bears, red pandas, snow leopards"(16 Tips)
"Loved seeing the snow leopard and the birds in the tropical section."(8 Tips)
"Prefer it to the Bronx Zoo and it's definitely better for kids."(7 Tips)

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elizabeth allumsAugust 14, 2013
The sea lion feeding and 4D theater were awesome - buy tickets online in advance
Jakob HedegaardJuly 20, 2017
Too few animals, and an uninteresting selection. Plus it was kind of expensive. The rainforest was pretty, but had almost only birds.
Sem AlghamdiOctober 20, 2015
Loved seeing the snow leopard and the birds in the tropical section.
Ben BartoloneJuly 16, 2012
Did you know? The Central Park Zoo was refurbished in 1909 as a sanctuary for exotic animals hunted by President Teddy Roosevelt.
James CAugust 10, 2015
Smaller zoo. Nice bear exhibit. Gets crowded. Is great for kids.
James John (Jay) Cudney IVNovember 29, 2019
What a cool afternoon! Small but great fun and well organized.
MOctober 8, 2013
Been here 5+ times
My Dad used to take me to see the penguins when I was 2-years-old. They are still my favorite part of this small zoo.
Angelica HamannJuly 23, 2011
A small zoo with lots to see and learn about wildlife conservation. Be sure to see the beautiful Snow Leopards if you can spot them.
Central ParkNovember 20, 2015
Everything. Find out the feeding times for the different animals.
NYC-ARTSJuly 17, 2012
Just steps from Fifth Avenue, visitors can chill out with penguins and polar bears or warm up with tropical rainforest critters. Read more
Ryan Scott TandyMay 28, 2016
Pretty amazing considering it's a zoo in the middle of a massive metropolitan city.
SMOctober 10, 2013
Try to get to the zoo after a good snow that sticks; THE RED PANDAS LOVE IT!!!!
DarkrweSeptember 1, 2017
If you want to see a nature inside central park. Don't hesitate. Ho ahead the zoo.
Alexandra TritzAugust 17, 2016
Cute animals and the feeding of the sea lions is so fun !
vanessa lopezNovember 10, 2013
Must go to the children's zoo and 4D ice age movie
nycgoSeptember 23, 2011
A particular favorite among most zoo-goers is the sea lion feeding, which takes place three times daily at the Central Garden. Read more
Roger SchonfeldAugust 17, 2014
Been here 5+ times
A great place for a 60 minute pop in for WCS members in the area.
Dan GoodwinNovember 29, 2014
Very good for young children
Sam LevyDecember 29, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Always a fun place for kids. Schedule accordingly with the sea lion feedings.
Ivan ZimnukhovApril 27, 2013
Been here 5+ times
You can watch sea lions for free every day from behind the fence. They are amazing!
Charles YeganianOctober 9, 2015
If you have kids, buy the family membership. It'll pay for itself pretty quickly
Lizzie BordenJuly 26, 2018
Great little zoo in middle of the city
Michael EasterbrookOctober 27, 2010
Very small zoo. You can see the main attraction (the sea lions) from the public path, you can also see the animal clock as you walk through.
Matthieu HouleDecember 30, 2011
If there's a long line to buy tickets, buy online from your phone. They will ask for confirmation # at the gate. Saved me 1+ hour today!
Hafsa KhanJanuary 1, 2019
Great value for $13!
Monica EscobarJune 20, 2017
Expected to be bigger, but it was nice, excellent for children
Marc GoldbergJuly 14, 2013
Opens at 10a, go straight to the petting zoo first... Awesome quality time with the Llamas.
Rosie PopeJanuary 3, 2012
A great place to have fun with your wee one and enjoy the outdoors (JR loves to feed the llamas).
Shane BoyleNovember 10, 2018
Perfect for kids. See the sea lions.
Claudia SMarch 3, 2013
Head straight to the bike rental shop on 58th and get a cheaper rate than at the park.
Elia ClementeApril 11, 2017
Leave your baby stroller at home. Don't allow them in any buildings
MyerAugust 12, 2015
Penguins, snow leopard and sea lions are favorites.
Jinnie LOctober 28, 2014
small but fun♥ penguin, sea lion, n 4D theater!!
Jonah EnglerApril 13, 2016
If you love observing animals, this place is great!
Billy HenehanMay 9, 2010
Check out the dancing animals clock at the north end of the zoo. It moves and chimes on the hour and half hour between 8 AM & 6 PM each day.
Alan MortonSeptember 20, 2016
It's a nice zoo but a little small and not quite as grand as I expected
Kimmie OhhAugust 3, 2020
Take pics of all the animals but don’t use flash!
Bianca LeeDecember 30, 2016
Try to catch the seal feeding. You can see it from the park.
Margaret MolloyNovember 11, 2012
Be sure to chat with the Zoo Keepers, they have a wealth of information
Mariana CovarrubiasJuly 31, 2014
Super small, but the penguin feeding is great! 🐟
Portia AddisonJuly 28, 2015
It's cool but small. Did the entire zoo in one hour but still enjoyed it.
Helloise NeryOctober 2, 2014
A great place to visit and to spend some time.
Debbie KorkodilosApril 19, 2010
Took the kids to Central Park Zoo. They loved it. They especially loved watching the monkeys eating the flowers from the blooming trees.
Jamie ShawJuly 27, 2015
Small but quaint selection of animals.
Ahmed Alakeel احمد العقيلMay 10, 2016
Nice zoo and nice location
Rebecca WJuly 7, 2015
One of central parks great perks
David Chang VillacresesDecember 31, 2015
Wait for the clock to pass and don't forget the children's zoo. :)
Radio City Christmas SpectacularOctober 6, 2011
Spend the day meeting the animals. See the camel’s cousin star in “The Living Nativity” at the Radio City Christmas Spectacular!
Healthy at NBCUMay 31, 2011
Stop by the Central Park Zoo. Being around animals can lower blood pressure and improve your mood.
Insil KimJuly 16, 2015
Nice zoo! Friendly staff

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