We attended for the Holiday Lights exhibition and it was wonderful. The kids loved the animals, Christmas trees, marshmallow roasting, and the bug themed merry-go-around. Friendly staff. Great Christmas and Holiday experience for families.

+6

What I love most about the Bronx Zoo is how much it focuses on education and conservation. Every exhibit feels like a learning experience, showing not just the animals but also their habitats and the importance of protecting them. It’s inspiring to see kids and adults alike walk away with new knowledge and a deeper respect for wildlife. The zoo does a wonderful job combining fun and learning — from the Children’s Zoo to interactive exhibits and talks, it’s clear they care about making every visit meaningful. Families, students, and even solo visitors can all find something to discover. And for those watching their budget, the zoo offers a special admission price on Wednesdays, which makes it easy to enjoy this amazing place more often. Overall, it’s a place that truly balances adventure with purpose — an unforgettable spot to learn, explore, and feel connected to nature.

+5

There's so much you can't see everything in a day, so prioritize the things which sound most interesting to your party, and make a route between them to make the most of the day. Animal exhibits close before the zoo itself does, also. The dinosaur animatronics are awesome, and won't be coming back for three more years once they're gone, so catch them before they go away if you can! The Wild Asia Monorail is also very awesome, with a guide telling you what you're seeing. The exhibits are incredibly impressive in realism and intricacy. Be sure to get your tickets online before you go, but the payment might be a little glitchy so don't do it too last minute.

+6

This place rocks. The staff and customer service from my experience were really kind. I came primarily for the brown kiwi, but walking around the entire zoo was a blast. Even on a Saturday, the crowd wasn’t that overwhelming, and the monorail during peak hours had only a couple minutes wait. The zoo is also part of the WCS, and you can learn about their various wildlife conservation efforts. As they are a more ethical zoo, some exhibits, such as the giraffe + ostrich area, are really big and hard to get a good look of the animals. It ends up being a double-edged sword, but in the end it’s worth it. Overall, lots of fun and definitely recommend!

+4

Brenda Liz Komatsu

My kids and I spent the whole Saturday there, exploring the zoo, seeing all the animals, and enjoying the fun Boo at the Zoo experience. The Halloween-themed activities and experience booths were fantastic, and everything was very family-friendly. It’s the perfect place to spend the day with kids. We had such a wonderful time!

+2

Aly W

We have been members for quite a few years now. We recently went to visit to see the holiday lights and they did not disappoint. The food offerings have gotten better as the years go by. They've added a new tube sledding activity and it was VERY popular. The ice sculptors using chainsaw to sculpt ice never disappoint. We will be back!

N Cyrus

Zoo is amazing...it was worth getting the membership. The exhibits were not only fun but knowledgeable. We went and they have these super fun carvings for their boo at the zoo event. Come prepared to walk but you won't be able to see everything in one day multiple trips will be required 😁😁

+3

RR

The Bronx Zoo is huge. You can tell it’s an amazing place, but since it’s winter, a lot of the animals were understandably kept inside to stay warm. Totally makes sense. I’d definitely recommend visiting in a warmer season so you can see more animals and really enjoy everything the zoo has to offer.

+6

I went on a Friday morning at 10 in Dec. It was 45 minutes before I saw another guest. It was magically quiet to explore the zoo on my own. At least half, or maybe 3/5 if the animals were inside due to the cold weather and many exhibits were closed. I’m glad I went, but I can also see why others didn’t on such a cold morning.

Mario M

The Bronx Zoo is a wonderful place to visit! The animals are beautiful, very big, and well taken care of. The zoo is huge, and there is so much to see and explore. Walking around, you can spend hours enjoying the different areas, from the big cats to the tropical birds. It’s a great place for families, kids, and anyone who loves animals. I had a really fun and memorable day there.

+6

許承恩

A great place to visit on weekends for families. We visited in October, and the park were having a lot of events for kids to participate. They had Halloween candy trial and most kids were wearing costumes. The park is organized and designed well, so you can see every animal on the map in a smooth flow. Many cool animals and one of our favorites were sea lions. They were so excited and swimming around showing tricks. The giraffes are majestic, and they even had the Malayan tapir. Sufficient bathrooms around the park, but limited food choices.

+2

My recent trip to the Bronx Zoo was an absolute highlight of the season. From the moment I walked through the gates, the atmosphere felt vibrant and full of life. It is truly an urban oasis where nature takes center stage. The Majestic Free Roamers One of the most enchanting parts of the visit happened before I even reached the formal exhibits. Seeing the peacocks wandering freely across the grounds was a stunning surprise. Their feathers are a masterpiece of iridescent blues and greens, shimmering beautifully in the sunlight. Watching them strut with such elegance adds a layer of magic to the park that you just don’t get at most zoos. The zoo is incredibly well maintained, and the staff's passion for conservation is evident everywhere you look. The paths are easy to navigate, and there is a wonderful balance of education and pure wonder. Whether you are a photography enthusiast capturing the peacocks' plumes or a family looking for adventure, there is something beautiful around every corner. I highly recommend spending a full day here to soak it all in. It is more than just a zoo; it is a world class experience right in the heart of the Bronx.

+2

Lots of things to do and see. I saw a polar bear, an orangutan, and the special exhibition on horses. I was pleased to be there on Martin Luther king Jr day as it wasn’t very crowded. I caught the crocodile and alligator feeding. They had also just opened their aquarium, and I was able to see the blue whale show! Such a great birthday activity for the whole family!

+2

Guillermo Brea

I loved my experience at the zoo, specially the birds world that you can interact with the birds inside their habitat, definitely coming back during summer to explore more.

+8

Kiana

I visited the Bronx Zoo on their free Wednesday and decided to upgrade for the special attractions — 100% worth it! The extra experiences really made the day. The dinosaur exhibit was such a fun surprise, the butterfly garden was peaceful and beautiful, and the gorilla exhibit was unforgettable. My absolute favorite was the monorail. The ride operator pointed out all the animals along the way, which made it even more exciting. We saw elephants, a tiger, and so many others up close from a totally different view. We also enjoyed watching the birds, seeing the sea lions being fed (such a fun show!), and checking out the reptile house with all the different snakes. One of the coolest moments was watching the bears take a swim to cool off on the hot day. It was so playful and fun to see. Overall, it was the perfect date with my boyfriend. We saw so many amazing animals, had great food (surprisingly tasty for a zoo!), and spent the whole day exploring. I highly recommend paying for the upgrade — it’s worth every penny for all the special attractions and experiences.

+6

Amanda Shanks

There is a lot of ground to cover in this huge zoo. Wear your walking shoes and be ready. You can bring in food and drink from the outside. For as large as the zoo is it seems that the enclosures for the animals are really very small. Many animals seem very unhappy, and very confined. The older area of the zoo is very beautiful and well laid out. The newer area was designed less thoughtfully and causes you to have to back track multiple times to see everything. The nocturnal exhibit was by far our favorite. It was well done and the animals fun to see. The zoo is free on Wednesdays, but you must reserve your tickets in advance. If entering with the Wednesday free pass there are parts that you are unable to view without an upgraded ticket. The photo shows all of the areas that you either need to pay per person, per experience or buy the upgraded ticket.

Syd

It was an amazing experience visiting the Bronx Zoo! The park is beautiful, the animals are well cared for, and the staff were friendly and helpful throughout our visit. It’s truly one of the best places in New York to spend the day with family or friends. The only small downside was that the monorail wasn’t operating during the season, which I wish had been mentioned clearly on the website before purchasing the tickets. It would help visitors plan their day better. Overall, though, it was a wonderful trip — highly recommended

Seoyun Jang

The zoo is big with a lot of interesting animals. However, I recommend going in seasons other than winter since you won’t be able to see many animals. You can also go for free on Wednesdays if you get tickets in advance.

+6

One of the best zoos in the country. I have been to zoos all over the US and this ranks up there in the top 10. The park is huge and the animals are in large enclosures each with a sign detailing everything about the animal. The park has clear signage to guide you and it's safe due to an NYPD substation being inside the park. There is multi tier pricing. For a base price you can see the animals but not the special exhibits. There is a second price for the special exhibits and yes they check at each one. Parking is also a little expensive but that's to be expected. The park is constantly being updated which I appreciate. There are some decent food and beverage options and of course there are souvenir stores throughout. The monorail is a must as is tiger mountain and the newly renovated world of darkness. One of the best things that I have done at the zoo is the wildlife encounters. For a price you meet at the zoo center and are given a quick tour of some of the animals and are then taken to an education building where you are put up close with different animals. I have done the tour with big cats, sloths and also the animals that were featured on the TV show the zoo. You can also do private tours and other encounters. The zoo also does brew at the zoo, a holiday lights event and a fall/Halloween event.

+6

Chick Petterlin

Was a little underwhelmed as we heard how fabulous the Bronx Zoo was. But not all attractions are available due to repairs/renovations or having to purchase tickets for individual exhibits. This was very surprising as I am a member of Melbourne Zoo and you get up to seven different parks/attractions per membership. Not restricted by individual exhibitions tickets…. Saw hardly any animals

+6

The Jewel Riders Archive

This review is for the Christmas celebration. I cannot find a separate Google listing for the Christmas lights event, so here it is! Overall, it was enjoyable, but not as much as I had hoped! Previous to this, the only zoo Christmas experience I had been to was the Los Angeles zoo. Which is not to the caliber of the San Diego zoo or Seaworld. Yet, they still did an amazing job at creating entertaining displays! I thought that the displays at the Bronx zoo were a little underwhelming. In some sections, they were still using the white wire flat cut outs with white Christmas lights… Wasn’t that so 25 years ago? I want to see more of the lantern animals! It was a beautiful display, which was my favorite of dolphins and underwater creatures. But outside of that many of the lantern animals were just put in empty land clearing. The Los Angeles zoo created more of a display vignette. Including light up plants and Music. Come on New York! Show up the West Coast.

+6

I don't think it's fair that you pay the same amount of money for the tickets when it's winter or its summer because during the winter time most of the animals are kept closed because of the cold weather so I couldn't see lions and elephants or many others. Servicea were poor too, as it was only one restaurant open so you needed to go through the whole park for a coffee. I paid and extra fee to visit four special attractions, but two were closed and another one was opened for everyone during winter, so I threw the money down the toilet. I think they should advise the users of all these situations before buying the tickets.

+6