The Bronx Zoo is the larger of the two, with more exhibits and animals, many of which are spectacular. If you have a full day it is well worth the visit.
Today, the Bronx Zoo is world-renowned for its large and diverse animal collection, and its award-winning exhibitions. The zoo is part of an integrated system of four zoos and one aquarium managed by the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), and it is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).
Become a WCS Member today and begin a year of adventure at the Bronx Zoo, Central Park Zoo, Queens Zoo, and Prospect Park Zoo. Complete the wildlife fun by adding the NY Aquarium.
Based on attendance figures published by the Themed Entertainment Association, the most visited zoo is Disney's Animal Kingdom in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, USA, which received 13,888,000 visitors in 2019.
Is there a day when admission is free? Limited Admission is free all day on Wednesdays at the Bronx Zoo. ADVANCE TIMED TICKETS ARE REQUIRED. The Wednesday Ticket Store opens on Mondays at 5:00pm for that Wednesday's reservations.
There are more animals at CP and the feeding zoo at CP has more animals. If you're a sea lion fanatic, though, the sea lion show at the Brooklyn Zoo is better (imo). My favorites at the CP Zoo are the snow leopards--just spectacular, majestic animals--and the goats (who compete for your snacks).
Georgia Aquarium (Atlanta, GA)The largest aquarium in the world, the Georgia Aquarium invites visitors to come face-to-face with sharks, rays, dolphins, penguins, sea lions, seals and beluga whales!
San Diego Zoo (Winner)Our 2023 Best Of Travel Award winner for Best Zoo in the U.S. is the San Diego Zoo! Situated in sunny San Diego's beautiful Balboa Park, this southern California zoo is renowned for its diverse collection of animals and dedication to conservation.
Spanning over 200 acres, Southwick's Zoo is New England's largest zoological experience. Southwick's is home to over 850 animals in naturalistic habitats including lions, tigers, giraffes, chimpanzees, white rhinos, two-toed sloths, and more.
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In 2006, the Bronx Zoo announced no further elephants would be acquired, a measure taken by other zoos after calls from the public and animal experts stated that elephants do not belong in captivity thus affecting their natural behaviors as social creatures.
The zoo is quite large so one must be prepared to do a lot of walking. Food stations do provide meals that will accommodate vegetarians. We splurged on a camel ride which wasn't included in the Total Experience ticket.