Central Park Zoo

Great place to visit in the middle of New York City! The animals looked well cared for, and the zoo was clean and easy to walk around. I especially enjoyed seeing the grizzly bear and the red panda. Friendly staff and a great experience. Highly recommend!
Ереке Кенжебай - a month ago

Cute zoo! It’s a little small but the animals are adorable. I recommend going into the aviary. The birds roam everywhere and you can see them up close. There are macaws, parakeets, and other species. In the winter it gets very hot and humid but the temperature this time was great. The flowers were also beautiful. I prefer the zoo during spring/summer than winter. The seals were very active.
Angie Benitez - 2 months ago

During our March visit to NYC, we decided to spend a morning at the Central Park Zoo. Located right in the heart of the city and managed by the Wildlife Conservation Society, it’s a lovely escape that features tropical, temperate, and polar exhibits. One of the biggest perks of this zoo is its size. It isn’t massive, which we actually found to be a huge plus! It takes about 1 to 2 hours to see everything, making it the perfect activity for a morning session right before lunch. Coming from Miami, we were thrilled to see animals we don't usually encounter back home. Our absolute favorites were the snow leopards and the grizzly bears. Right as we entered, we caught the sea lion presentation, which was incredibly cute—it was full of great information, and we loved watching them show off their tricks! Another great bonus: your ticket includes admission to the Tisch Children's Zoo nearby. It’s a fantastic petting zoo area where we saw goats, sheep, and birds. You can even feed them, which was a highlight for the kids. My son’s favorite part, however, wasn't the animals—it was climbing the giant spiderweb playground! If you’re looking for a family-friendly activity that doesn't require an entire day of walking, I highly recommend stopping by. It’s a wonderful, manageable experience for all ages.
Tiffany Carrasco - 4 months ago

Central Park Zoo was a wonderful experience and a great place to visit while exploring New York City. The zoo is clean, well maintained, and home to a variety of fascinating animals. I especially enjoyed how peaceful and family-friendly it felt, making it easy to spend a relaxing afternoon there. The staff was friendly, and the exhibits were thoughtfully designed. I highly recommend visiting if you're looking for a fun and memorable stop in the heart of the city!
J.C Blayas - 4 weeks ago

An absolute gem in the heart of Manhattan! The Grizzly Bear exhibit (Treena’s Overlook) was a massive highlight,seeing such powerful animals with the city skyline in the background is surreal. They were so active, climbing the rocks and splashing around. The Snow Leopards are equally stunning; they have such a beautiful, rugged habitat that makes you forget you’re blocks away from Fifth Avenue. But the biggest surprise was the Tropic Zone. Walking from the crisp New York air into a humid, lush rainforest filled with free-flying birds, lemurs, and monkeys was an amazing transition. It feels like a total teleportation. Perfect for a 2-hour escape!
tomer - 5 months ago