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Highlights
- Explore the attractions at Central Park Zoo, including the Allison Maher Stern Snow Leopard exhibit, Grizzly Bear Overlook, Sea Lion Pool, Polar Circle, and Tropic Zone rainforest.
- Experience Penguin and Sea Lion Feedings where staff share interesting facts as animals enjoy their meals.
- Watch an engaging wildlife film in the 4-D Theater before exploring colorful birds and reptiles in the lush Tropic Zone.
- Visit the Tisch Children's Zoo for encounters with friendly farm animals, then head to the Grizzly Bear Overlook for a fantastic view of these majestic creatures.
- Did you know? Central Park Zoo opened its doors in 1861 as a menagerie and has since transformed into today’s modern zoo.
Your Experience
Located in the heart of Manhattan lies Central Park Zoo, a compact yet fascinating attraction that's perfect for families, animal enthusiasts, and newcomers to New York City. This zoo offers an engaging experience amidst the bustling city life.
Getting Started
Your adventure begins as you enter with your ticket, allowing you to explore at your leisure. Conveniently located within Central Park, it's easy to incorporate a visit into any itinerary—whether for a brief stop or alongside a stroll through the park.
What You'll See
- Diverse animal habitats: The zoo showcases animals from across the globe in carefully designed exhibits. Encounter snow leopards at Allison Maher Stern Snow Leopard, observe sea lions at Central Garden pool, and watch grizzly bears from Treena’s Overlook.
- Visit Polar Circle to see penguins thriving in their icy environment or explore Temperate Territory and the lush Tropic Zone rainforest with its vibrant birds and reptiles.
Features
- Wildlife habitats: Discover exhibits featuring global wildlife like snow leopards, grizzly bears, penguins, red pandas, and tropical birds—all within Central Park’s greenery.
- Penguin & sea lion feedings: Enjoy scheduled feeding sessions where zookeepers share fascinating facts about these animals' behaviors.
- 4-D theater experience: Watch a wildlife film enhanced with sensory effects such as motion and sound for an interactive viewing adventure.
- Tisch Children’s Zoo: A hands-on area where children can interact with farm animals, making learning about wildlife fun and accessible.
- Compact & family-friendly layout: The zoo's manageable size ensures a relaxed exploration experience for families, first-time visitors, or those on tight schedules.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Admission to Central Park Zoo
- One ticket for the 4D Theater show
- Access to these exhibits: Allison Maher Stern Snow Leopard, Central Garden & Sea Lion Pool, Grizzly Bear & Treena’s Overlook, Polar Circle, Temperate Territory, Tisch Children’s Zoo, and Tropic Zone: The Rainforest
- Allison Maher Stern Snow Leopard exhibit
- Central Garden & Sea Lion Pool attraction
- Grizzly Bear & Treena’s Overlook feature
- Polar Circle experience
- Temperate Territory area
- Tisch Children’s Zoo section
- Tropic Zone: The Rainforest habitat
- Personal expenses
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Ticket Delivery
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Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
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Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.
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