About Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society

Zoo & gardens with a rain-forest area. Zoo & botanical park with an interactive fountain for kids, a rain-forest section & rare animals.

💬 What Parents Say

• 🕐Arrive shortly after opening (9:00am) on weekends to avoid crowds and secure easy parking and cart rentals. Reviews note the zoo gets significantly busier as the morning progresses.
• 💡The zoo's compact, hub-based layout makes it easy to navigate without needing trams or alternative transportation. Plan 2-3 hours for a comfortable visit with young children, as shade is plentiful throughout.
• 💡Consider purchasing an annual membership if visiting multiple times, especially for families with toddlers. Members report using the Latitude lounge (climate-controlled area) as a refreshing break from Florida heat.
• 💡Visit Zoo Lights (select nights November 21 - January 4) for a unique nighttime experience. Recent visitors report the 2025 light displays were significantly upgraded with new equipment and complete coverage with no dark zones.
• 💡The zoo features unique animals like capybaras and axolotls that are rare to find at other facilities. Check the special event 'Name Our Capybara Pups' (through April 22) for interactive educational engagement.

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