Bronx Zoo, NYC: Tickets and Info

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Bronx Zoo

Highlights

Discover diverse wildlife across extensive naturalistic habitats.

Enjoy unlimited access to all animal exhibits and amusement attractions.

Take advantage of the convenient Zoo Shuttle to explore the vast grounds easily.

Experience interactive and family-friendly areas like the Butterfly Garden and Children’s Zoo.

Support global conservation efforts through your visit to this renowned zoo.

About the Bronx Zoo

The Bronx Zoo opened on November 8, 1899, and is run by the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS). Its 265 acres of woodland and parkland are home to more than 11,000 animals from over 600 species.

Some of the oldest buildings stand around Astor Court. Newer exhibits like JungleWorld and Madagascar! recreate the places the animals come from, and the zoo runs breeding programs for threatened species, including the Kihansi spray toad from Tanzania.

Total Area: 265 acres

Number of Animals: 11,000+

Number of Species: 600+

Year Founded: 1899

Management: Wildlife Conservation Society

Bronx Zoo - Highlights in Pictures

Good to Know Before Visiting the Bronx Zoo

Book your tickets online in advance and choose your date. Busy days such as holidays and school breaks can sell out.

Re-entry is not allowed. Once you leave the park, your visit is over.

Visitors aged 17 and under must be with an adult aged 18 or older.

You're welcome to bring your own food, and there are picnic tables around the park.

Pets are not allowed, including emotional support and therapy animals. Working service dogs are welcome.

Balloons can't be brought into the zoo, so leave them at home.

Smoking is only permitted in the parking lots.

Essential Visitor Info

Timings
Address & Directions
Facilities
Accessibility

The zoo opens at 10 AM every day.
From November 1 to April 1 it closes at 4:30 PM.
From April 2 to October 31 it closes at 5 PM on weekdays and 5:30 PM on weekends and federal holidays.

Last entry is 45 minutes before closing.

The zoo is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Year's Day and Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Why Visit the Bronx Zoo?

Immersive Habitats

Exhibits like Congo Gorilla Forest and Himalayan Highlands put you close to the animals in settings built to look like their wild homes. JungleWorld is indoors, so it works well on a cold or rainy day.

A Huge Range of Species

African elephants, snow leopards and Komodo dragons all live here, along with hundreds of smaller species that are easy to miss if you rush.

Seasonal Attractions

From spring through October, extras like the Wild Asia Monorail, Butterfly Garden and Children's Zoo open up. In the fall, Boo at the Zoo takes over the long Halloween weekend.

A Historic New York Landmark

The Rainey Memorial Gates are a designated New York City landmark, and Astor Court is lined with some of the zoo's original buildings.

Bronx Zoo - Additional Info

Dining
Souvenir Store

Dancing Crane Café is the main place to eat and is open every day of the year. You can also bring a packed lunch and use the picnic tables around the park.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Bronx Zoo

Who runs the Bronx Zoo?

The zoo is run by the Wildlife Conservation Society, a non-profit that works to protect wildlife and wild places.

When did the Bronx Zoo open?

It opened to the public on November 8, 1899.

How big is the Bronx Zoo?

The park covers 265 acres and is home to more than 11,000 animals from over 600 species.

Is the Bronx Zoo a landmark?

Yes. The Rainey Memorial Gates are a designated New York City landmark.

Which animals can I see?

Highlights include gorillas, Amur tigers, snow leopards, African elephants and Komodo dragons.

Is there anything to do indoors?

Yes. JungleWorld, Madagascar!, World of Reptiles and Zoo Center are all indoor exhibits.

Do I need to book tickets in advance?

Booking online ahead of time lets you choose your date and head straight to the entrance. Busy days can sell out.