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Location
Accessibility
Sensory-friendly mornings offered (A Bug's World Sensory-Friendly Mornings)
Best time
Plan a summer daytime visit when animals are most active and visible, rather than other seasons, for the best wildlife viewing experience
Visitor tip
Park in the upper lot above the zoo for free and enjoy a 10-minute walk to avoid car queues at the main entrance, saving significant time during busy periods
About Roger Williams Park Zoo
This 40-acre landmark includes a petting zoo, a wetlands trail & a zipline, plus a vintage carousel.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Highlights
- 130+ species, Komodo dragon, armadillo encounters, zip rides
- Admission
- Adults $25, Children (2-12) $19, Seniors $21
- Founded
- Over 150 years of operation
What visitors say
We had a lovely winter afternoon walking around for about 2hrs. Plenty of parking available. The park wasn't crowded and the animals were quite active. Several spots are indoors so you can warm up from the outdoors. Will definitely plan…
I didn’t realize this zoo was somewhat in our backyard for the longest time... now we come at least once a year. We’ve gone for the Halloween Jack-o-Lantern trail and the Christmas lights (both super cool), but nothing beats a summer…
Exceptional family time! We stayed for 3 hours and loved every minute of the show. The atmosphere is fantastic the music is loud but has such a great beat that you can't help but feel happy. The carved pumpkins are true works of art.…
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Did You Know?
- Roger Williams Park Zoo is home to New England's only Komodo dragon, making it a unique regional attraction for seeing this rare and endangered species
- The zoo features over 130 rare and fascinating species from around the world across exhibits like Savanna and World of Adaptations
- The zoo offers sensory-friendly morning programs (A Bug's World Sensory-Friendly Mornings), demonstrating commitment to accessibility for visitors with sensory sensitivities
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