1 / 6
Location
Accessibility
Accessibility Statement available on website
Best time
Visit during warmer months or check weather alerts before arrival. Winter visits result in most animals being kept indoors and inaccessible. The zoo lacks sufficient indoor viewing areas, making cold weather visits disappointing.
Visitor tip
Attend animal chats and keeper presentations scheduled throughout the day to enhance your visit. These educational sessions provide deeper insights into animals like flamingos and snow leopards, which are among the most mentioned exhibits.
About Stone Zoo
Diverse animal exhibits on 26 acres. Smaller zoo home to an array of animals, including bears & big cats, plus a petting area for kids.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Location
- Stoneham, MA
- Key Habitats
- Himalayan Highlands, Mexican Gray Wolf Habitat, Treasures of the Sierra Madre
- Membership
- One membership covers two zoos
What visitors say
I suppose I went on the worst day of the year. It was about 15F degrees and almost all animals were inaccessible to the public. I was able to see a few but got a terrible freeze frost. I checked the zoo website at 8.30 am and didn't see…
Nice small zoo with a variety of animals and a relaxed, family-friendly vibe. Great for a quick outing with kids, especially in nice weather. Some exhibits are older and smaller compared to bigger zoos, and it can feel a bit pricey for…
Although it was one of the coldest day of 2025, I would suggest to make sure it is a bit darker as you go in for the lights. My family and I went at 4pm on December 26, 2025 and the sun wasn’t setting till closer to 440pm. However, we…
From 4,651 Google reviews Read all reviews
Did You Know?
- Stone Zoo offers a dual-membership program that provides access to both Stone Zoo and Franklin Park Zoo with a single membership
- Massachusetts K-12 school groups receive free admission Monday-Friday during the regular school year, making it an accessible educational resource
- The zoo features multiple interactive 'animal chat' experiences throughout the day including Bear Chat, Sloth Chat, Flamingo Chat, Tortoise Chat, and Gibbon Chat
Other Zoos in Stoneham
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