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Franklin Park Zoo

Tourist attraction

4.4(8647 reviews)
Open Open ⋅ Closes 5 PM
Franklin Park Zoo

About

Gardens, a zoo & an arboretum. This park, part of the Emerald Necklace of green spaces, includes a zoo, golf course & arboretum.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at Franklin Park Zoo:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    1 Franklin Park Rd, Boston, MA 02121
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    Phone
    (617) 541-5466
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    Hours
    Monday:9 AM–5 PM
    Tuesday:9 AM–5 PM
    Wednesday:9 AM–5 PM
    Thursday:9 AM–5 PM
    Friday:9 AM–5 PM
    Saturday:9 AM–6 PM
    Sunday:9 AM–6 PM

Features

Service options

  • Onsite services: Onsite services available

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom: Has wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating: Has wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Gift shop: Has gift shop

Amenities

  • Cafe: Has cafe
  • Offers tours: Offers tours
  • Petting zoo: Has petting zoo

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids
  • Good for kids birthday: Good for kids birthday
  • Kid-friendly activities: Has kid-friendly activities
  • Playground: Has playground

Parking

  • Free parking lot: Free parking lot
  • Free street parking: Free street parking
  • On-site parking: On-site parking

Nearby

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