Zoos

The Buffalo Zoo

Name: The Buffalo Zoo
Address: 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY 14214, Buffalo, NY, US
Telephone: (716) 837-3900
Rating: 4.3

★★★★☆ 4.3 (7399 reviews)

📍 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY 14214

📞 (716) 837-3900

🌐 www.buffalozoo.org

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🕐 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

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About The Buffalo Zoo

Exotic & endangered wildlife since 1875. Mammals, reptiles & birds plus kid-friendly petting area & shows in the country's 3rd-oldest zoo. The Buffalo Zoo is the country's 3rd-oldest zoo, established in 1875. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 7,399 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Zoo
Best For: All ages
Hours: Daily 10:00 am - 5:00 pm (last entry 4:00 pm)
Highlights: Mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, educational animal experiences
Location: Delaware Park, Buffalo, NY

💡 Did You Know?

🏛️The Buffalo Zoo is the country's 3rd-oldest zoo, established in 1875
🏛️The zoo grounds date back to the 1870s and are located within Delaware Park in North Buffalo
⭐The Buffalo Zoo offers free Thursday visits in October, making it an accessible attraction for budget-conscious visitors
⭐The zoo features a hands-on petting area and immersive educational animal experiences designed for interactive learning

💬 What Visitors Say

🕐Visit on Free Thursdays in October or during cooler weather months to see animals most active. Polar bears and snow leopards are especially comfortable and playful in chilly conditions, making for better viewing opportunities.
💬Plan to spend 2-3 hours to see all exhibits. The zoo is manageable in size, making it ideal for a morning or afternoon outing without requiring a full day commitment.
💬Take advantage of Free Thursdays to save on admission costs. The reviews highlight this as a great value opportunity, and October weather is noted as particularly pleasant.
🕐Arrive early (zoo opens at 10:00 am) and plan to leave by 3:30 pm (last entry 4:00 pm) to avoid peak crowds and maximize animal activity viewing, especially for popular exhibits like the polar bears and giraffes.
💡Don't miss the rainforest exhibit and watch for baby animals - visitors specifically highlighted baby red pandas as a highlight. Check ahead for current young animal exhibits to plan your visit accordingly.