1 / 2Prospect Park Zoo
📍 Brooklyn, NY
Prospect Park Zoo houses nearly 600 animals including red pandas, California sea lions, Hamadryas baboons, and river otters across 9 acres.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families with children under 10 who want an intimate zoo experience without the scale of larger attractions. The interactive barn consistently ranks as the top activity for younger kids. Weekday and cold-weather visits yield a noticeably quieter experience. Families with teens may find the scale too small for a full outing.
ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go
💬 What Families Are Saying
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G Reviews from Google
Rene Vanek
9 months ago
“Wow! What a hidden gem! My husband and I went on a cold Saturday and had an amazing time. I loved all the exhibits-especially the ones inside the buildings! They have lots of amazing types of reptiles and monkeys and it was so cool to learn more about them. For me seeing the red pandas out and about was great! The staff there was super nice and helpful, and you can’t beat $9 to visit. I will say it is smaller and I would not enjoy going on a very busy day, but I will for sure be back. It was great to feed the barn animals as well, the we’re very friendly!”
Rita Barbara
11 months ago
“I was already taking a walk in the park and thought to check out the zoo. The tickets are only $10 and you can use Apple Pay to get in. The zoo was so amazing! I’ve lived in Brooklyn all my life and haven’t been there before but wow. It was so cool and much mire than I expected. Looking forward to coming again!”
Nadiia
10 months ago
“Most of all we enjoyed observing baboons and monkeys, also would like to admit that the barn is a great place to show your little ones real sheep and goats and you can feed them as well which is fun and new experience”
💬 What parents mention
Overview
This 9-acre zoo in Brooklyn features red pandas, California sea lions, Hamadryas baboons, river otters, and indoor reptile exhibits. Daily sea lion training sessions and the hands-on barn - where kids can feed sheep, goats, and alpacas - are the top draws. Compact size suits visits of two to three hours. Accessible via subway and multiple bus routes.
