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Phillips Park Zoo

Tourist attraction

4.5(2131 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 9 a.m. Thu
Phillips Park Zoo
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About

Historic park housing native animals. Year-round animal park since 1915 with 40+ native species of mammals, reptiles & birds.

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What to bring

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

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

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To avoid crowds at Phillips 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

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This location is generally recommended for:

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

Details

  • Address
    1000 Ray Moses Dr, Aurora, IL 60505, United States
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    Phone
    (630) 256-3860
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    Hours
    Monday:9 a.m.–4 p.m.
    Tuesday:9 a.m.–4 p.m.
    Wednesday:Closed
    Thursday:9 a.m.–4 p.m.
    Friday:9 a.m.–4 p.m.
    Saturday:9 a.m.–4 p.m.
    Sunday:9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Features

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance: Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair-accessible parking lot

Offerings

  • Gift shop: Has gift shop

Amenities

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

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids
  • Good for kids birthday: Good for kids birthday
  • Playground: Has playground

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