1 / 6
Location
Best time
Arrive at 10am when animals are most active and playful—they rest starting at noon, so you'll miss peak activity if you arrive later in the day
Visitor tip
The intimate, manageable size (not overwhelming) makes this ideal for first-time zoo visitors and young children who might be overstimulated by larger facilities
Visitor tip
Engage with the passionate owner and knowledgeable staff—they provide detailed, educational information about animal habitats and can talk extensively about the rescue animals and their care
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Focus
- Rescue sanctuary for abandoned, surrendered, and non-releasable animals
- Highlights
- Hand-feed farm animals, interact with prairie dogs and tortoises, Delaware's only alligator exhibit
- Admission
- $6.00
What visitors say
The staff was incredibly welcoming and friendly, creating a comfortable atmosphere from the start. They were also very knowledgeable about the animals and their habitats, which made the visit both fun and educational. The space itself…
Can I just say how much I LOVE LOVE LOVE this place?? It's like a huge back yard rescue. All the animals are so well kept and I love that their enclosures are realistic. It feels so refreshing. They are overgrown and perfect for these…
This was a cute place for little ones. Bring your chairs and have lunch in the parking lot. Limited bathrooms. Can feed bunnies and prairie dogs. Also goats . Some of the ducks geese and chickens walk around but they are all very…
From 51 Google reviews
Did You Know?
- 3 Palms Zoo & Education Center operates Delaware's only alligator exhibit, making it a unique wildlife destination in the state
- The zoo features a Wildlife Rescue program with foxes in four color varieties (silver, red, gray, and leucistic), providing specialized care for rescued animals
- Visitors can hand-feed animals directly from their palm, including prairie dogs, rabbits, and giant tortoises, with feeding scoops available for $1 each
More Family Fun Nearby
Other venues within driving distance:
Own this venue? Stand out from the competition.
Zoos listings that are Featured get seen first by thousands of families every month.
- Priority placement in search
- Photo gallery showcase
- Insider tips from visitors
- Highlighted in dedicated featured section