Best Zoos, Aquariums & Animal Encounters

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Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo

Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo

Animals from North & South America. Long-running zoo with hundreds of animals, most of which hail from North & South America.

1875 Noble Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06610

Riverside Reptiles Education Center

Riverside Reptiles Education Center

Visit this great place for kids and families!

132 S Rd, Enfield, CT 06082, United States

Long Island Aquarium

Long Island Aquarium

Shark & sea lion shows plus boat rides. Interactive exhibits include boat rides, shark dives, feeding stingrays & frolicking with sea lions.

431 E Main St, Riverhead, NY 11901, United States

The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk

The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk

Multiple marine exhibits & a 4-D theater. Sizable aquarium featuring fresh- & saltwater exhibits, plus a 4-D theater & catamaran tours.

10 N Water St, Norwalk, CT 06854, United States

Mystic Aquarium

Mystic Aquarium

Whales, sea lions & penguins on display. Beluga whales, African penguins, sea lions & sharks are top draws to this interactive aquarium.

55 Coogan Blvd, Mystic, CT 06355, United States

Lupa Zoo

Lupa Zoo

Exotic animals, petting zoo & fish pond. Exotic & domestic species, a botanical garden & a playground draw crowds to this family destination.

62 Nash Hill Rd, Ludlow, MA 01056, United States

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