Zoos

Children's Zoo

★★★★☆ 4.7 (423 reviews)

📍 Bronx, NY 10460

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🕐 Hours

Monday	10 AM–5 PM
Tuesday	10 AM–5 PM
Wednesday	10 AM–5 PM
Thursday	10 AM–5 PM
Friday	10 AM–5 PM
Saturday	10 AM–5:30 PM
Sunday	10 AM–5:30 PM

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About Children's Zoo

Children's Zoo is a zoo in Bronx, NY. The Children's Zoo features over 11,000 animals representing diverse species including rare animals like pygmy slow lorises, geladas, and aardvarks, with dedicated Madagascar and lemur exhibits. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 423 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Zoo
Animal Collection: Over 11,000 animals
Best For: All ages
Highlights: Wild Encounters with penguins, cheetahs, sloths; animal feedings; baby animals in spring
Membership: Available

💡 Did You Know?

⭐The Children's Zoo features over 11,000 animals representing diverse species including rare animals like pygmy slow lorises, geladas, and aardvarks, with dedicated Madagascar and lemur exhibits
⭐Wild Encounters program allows visitors to get up-close and personal with large predators including cheetahs and penguins, combined with interactive animal feeding times throughout the day
⭐The zoo operates virtual experiences called 'Zoo To You' that extend educational access beyond physical visits to the Bronx location
⭐Spring season is particularly notable for showcasing seasonal baby animals and new animal arrivals, making it the ideal time for families with young children to visit
⭐The venue hosts major branded events including Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood experiences and achieves a 4.7-star rating across 423 reviews, indicating high visitor satisfaction

💬 What Visitors Say

🕐Arrive early and plan to stay 2+ days if possible. Reviews highlight that the zoo is always crowded and there's too much to see in one visit. Consider splitting your visit across multiple days to fully enjoy all exhibits without feeling rushed.
💡Don't miss the interactive animal feeding experiences at 3:00 PM (Bee-Eater and Sea Lion) and 3:30 PM (Penguin). Plan your route to hit these keeper talks and feeding times for the most educational and engaging experience.
💡The petting zoo with farm animals is a major highlight for young children and is located at the end of the trail. Budget time for this interactive experience, which visitors note is particularly engaging for toddlers and little ones.
🕐Visit in spring to see baby animals and new arrivals, which adds educational value and creates memorable experiences. Spring also aligns with seasonal programming like Spring Adventure World Premiere.
💬Note the last entry time is 4:15 PM with exhibits closing at 4:30 PM and the zoo closing at 5:00 PM. Plan accordingly so you don't arrive too late to experience the main attractions, especially the petting zoo.