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New York Tickets Central Park Zoo Opening Hours

Central Park Zoo - Timings

Central Park Zoo: Operating Hours

November to March: The zoo is open daily from 10 AM to 4:30 PM.

April to October: Weekday hours are 10 AM to 5 PM. On weekends and federal holidays, the zoo stays open until 5:30 PM.

Last Entry: Entry closes one hour before the zoo does. In winter that means 3:30 PM. From April to October it is 4 PM on weekdays and 4:30 PM on weekends and federal holidays.

Feeding Times: On a typical day, the penguins are fed at 10:40 AM and 2:30 PM, and the sea lions at 11:30 AM and 3:30 PM. Each session lasts about 15 minutes. Times can change from day to day.

Holidays and Early Closings: The zoo is open 365 days a year, including Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Federal holidays between April and October follow weekend hours. A handful of dates, mostly in summer, close early for special events.

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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 Central Park Zoo Timings

What are the zoo’s winter hours?

From November through March, the zoo is open daily from 10 AM to 4:30 PM.

What are the hours from April to October?

10 AM to 5 PM on weekdays, and 10 AM to 5:30 PM on weekends and federal holidays.

What time is last entry?

Last entry is one hour before closing time.

Is the zoo open on holidays?

Yes. It is open every day of the year, including Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

When are the animal feedings?

Penguins are usually fed at 10:40 AM and 2:30 PM, and sea lions at 11:30 AM and 3:30 PM. Times can change.

When is the zoo least crowded?

Fall and winter tend to be quieter than spring and summer.

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