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Village Petting Zoo
📍 Bird in Hand, PA 17505🕐 Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–6 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7 AM–6 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–6 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–6 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–6 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Village Petting Zoo
Village Petting Zoo is a zoo in Bird in Hand, PA. Big Cats exhibit features floor-to-ceiling windows allowing close-up, personal viewing of lions, tigers, and snow leopards. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Petting Zoo
- Best For
- Families with kids, all ages
- Highlights
- Animals, playground, nearby farmer's market and ice cream
- Admission
- Free
💡 Did You Know?
- Big Cats exhibit features floor-to-ceiling windows allowing close-up, personal viewing of lions, tigers, and snow leopards
- Holiday Magic seasonal event features 2 million lights with all animal houses open during the holiday period
- Snow leopards are prominently featured as a visitor favorite species in the Big Cats collection
💬 What Visitors Say
- Time your visit to catch the lions during their active periods when they're playing and roaring rather than sleeping. Most big cats rest during parts of the day, so plan accordingly to see more dynamic behavior and get the full experience.
- Take advantage of the floor-to-ceiling windows in multiple indoor and outdoor viewing areas for close-up encounters with the cats. These windows provide the best photo opportunities and intimate viewing without disturbing the animals.
- Visit during Holiday Magic (seasonal event) when all animal houses are open and the venue features 2 million lights. This provides extended access to indoor exhibits and makes for a special family outing experience.
- Snow leopards are a visitor favorite at this exhibit. If this is your must-see animal, ask staff about their typical activity patterns or viewing locations to maximize your chances of a good sighting.
- Plan to spend dedicated time at the Big Cats exhibit during your zoo tour—it's a large building with many indoor and outdoor locations to explore, so don't rush through. Multiple viewing angles mean you can return to different spots if animals were resting.
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