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Location
Visitor tip
Start with the petting zoo and play areas first, especially if visiting with young children, as these interactive exhibits are popular highlights and best enjoyed earlier in the day
Best time
Visit on weekdays to experience closer encounters with animals and shorter lines at popular exhibits like the tiger and otter displays, which tend to draw crowds on weekends
Visitor tip
Take advantage of the zoo's outreach programs and special events (including the 100 Year Anniversary celebration) for enhanced educational experiences beyond standard exhibits
About Bramble Park Zoo
Historic zoo housing over 100 species. Historic zoo housing more than 800 animals from over 100 species in habitats spread across 15 acres.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Location
- Watertown, SD
- Membership Programs
- Yes
- Programs Offered
- Zoo Classes, Summer Camp, Youth Volunteering
What visitors say
Two days ago we visited this zoo, we came from Canada to your wonderful city, we had one full day to see your city a little, and to show the animals to the children. Clean and beautiful zoo, our little daughter was delighted with the…
I used to love zoos when I was little. However, now that i’m older and more educated, I know that what I seen here was awful. The large cats did nothing out pace back and forth over and over. It was sickening. Large cats walk miles a…
I enjoyed this zoo very much! I saw animals I hadn't ever seen before. I was able to get closer to the animals than in some other zoos. I do wish the big cats had a little more room though. Staff working at the zoo were friendly.…
From 940 Google reviews
Did You Know?
- Bramble Park Zoo celebrates 100 years of operation, marking a century of continuous service as a historic animal attraction in Watertown, South Dakota
- The zoo houses more than 800 animals representing over 100 species across 15 acres, making it a small but comprehensive zoo experience
- Tigers are among the most frequently mentioned animals in visitor reviews with 14 mentions, indicating they are a major attraction and focal point for guests
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