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New York Tickets Central Park Zoo Address Directions

Central Park Zoo - Address & Directions

How to Get to Central Park Zoo?

Central Park Zoo sits in the southeast corner of Central Park, by Fifth Avenue and East 64th Street. Cars can’t drive into this part of the park, so the last stretch to the entrance is on foot along the park paths.

Address: East 64th Street and Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10065

Directions

Three subway stations are a short walk from the zoo.

N, R or W: Get off at Fifth Avenue/59th Street. Walk north on Fifth Avenue to 64th Street and enter the park there.

6: Get off at 68th Street/Hunter College. Walk west three blocks to Fifth Avenue, turn left and continue south four blocks to 64th Street.

F or Q: Get off at Lexington Avenue/63rd Street. Walk west to Fifth Avenue and enter the park at 64th Street.

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Central Park Zoo: Total Experience

Highlights

Explore a compact zoo featuring diverse wildlife within Central Park.

Visit the Tisch Children’s Zoo for interactive experiences.

Watch a show at the zoo’s 4-D Theater.

Discover animals from different habitats including the Polar Circle, Tropic Zone, and Temperate Territory.

Benefit from timed entry which helps to avoid overcrowding.

Frequently Asked Questions about Getting to Central Park Zoo

Where is the zoo inside Central Park?

In the southeast corner of the park, at East 64th Street and Fifth Avenue.

Which subway station is closest?

Fifth Avenue/59th Street on the N, R and W lines. From there it is a short walk north along Fifth Avenue to 64th Street.

Which buses stop near the zoo?

The M1, M2, M3, M4, M5, M66 and Q32 all stop on Fifth Avenue between 59th and 65th Streets.

Is there parking at the zoo?

No. Drivers should reserve a space at a nearby garage before arriving.

Where should a taxi drop me off?

At Fifth Avenue and East 64th Street. The entrance is a short walk along the park path from there.

Can I drive into the park to reach the entrance?

No. The park drives are closed to cars, so the final approach is on foot.

Can I cycle to the zoo?

Yes, but bikes have to stay outside the zoo. Lock up before you go in.

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