Zoos
Southwick's Zoo
📍 2 Southwick St, Mendon, MA 01756🕐 Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–4 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–4 PM |
About Southwick's Zoo
Over 100 species in naturalistic setting. Family destination offering animal farm, camel rides, wildlife shows & special holiday events. Houses over 900 exotic animals representing more than 100 species in naturalistic settings, including rare species such as white rhinos, lions, giraffes, and tigers. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,871 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Size
- 200 acres, 900+ animals, New England's largest
- Best For
- All ages
- Highlights
- Hand-feed deer, Skyfari Sky Ride, live bird shows, Soaring Eagle Zipline
- Family-Owned
- 60+ years of operation
💡 Did You Know?
- Houses over 900 exotic animals representing more than 100 species in naturalistic settings, including rare species such as white rhinos, lions, giraffes, and tigers
- Features a 35-acre Deer Forest where visitors can hand-feed fallow deer in an interactive experience
- Operates multiple aerial attractions including a Skyfari Sky Ride and Soaring Eagle Zipline, providing elevated views of the zoo and surrounding landscape
- Successfully bred and is raising cheetah cubs, which visitors have been able to observe throughout the 2025 season as part of ongoing conservation efforts
- Recently updated the Within the Wild Carousel with beautifully hand-painted artwork, indicating active investment in modernizing guest experiences
💬 What Visitors Say
- Buy tickets online in advance to save money and skip entry lines - reviewers specifically praised how this streamlined their visit
- Don't miss the hand-feeding experience with deer and attend live keeper chats - multiple visitors highlighted these as memorable highlights of their visit
- Plan to spend several hours exploring - the property is well-spaced with plenty of shade from trees, making it comfortable for a full day visit without feeling crowded
- Ride the Skyfari for a bird's eye view of the park layout and to see animals you might miss from ground level
- Visit during special event weekends like Spring Fest (April 25, 2026) or Mother's Day Weekend (May 9-10, 2026) for enhanced entertainment and photo opportunities
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