About Southwick's Zoo

Over 100 species in naturalistic setting. Family destination offering animal farm, camel rides, wildlife shows & special holiday events.

💬 What Parents 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

Hours

Monday10 AM–4 PM
Tuesday10 AM–4 PM
Wednesday10 AM–4 PM
Thursday10 AM–4 PM
Friday10 AM–4 PM
Saturday10 AM–4 PM
Sunday10 AM–4 PM

Southwick's Zoo

★★★★☆ 4.7 (7871 reviews)
📍 2 Southwick St, Mendon, MA 01756
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

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