Franklin Park Zoo

Location: One Franklin Park Road, Boston

Time: Summer (April 1 - September 30) 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. weekdays, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. weekends and major holidays. Winter (October 1 - March 31) 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. daily

Age appropriateness: All ages

Cost: Varies

Franklin Park Zoo has been part of the fabric of downtown Boston for almost 100 years. Founded in 1911, this 72-acre zoo is situated in the middle of historic Franklin Park, part of Boston’s public park system and considered to be one of the finest parks in the city.

Though this isn’t one of the biggest city zoos, both children and adults will enjoy the exotic variety of animals found here.

The Franklin Park Zoo is divided into several habitats: Serengeti Crossing, where visits will view animals that are normally found on the African Savannah like ostrich, zebra, ibex, and wildebeests. Franklin Farm is full of traditional farm animals such as goats, sheep, cows, and chickens.

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Kalahari Kingdom, where guests can find safari animals; and Tropical Forest, with dozens of plants and animals indicative of that eco-system. You’ll also find an Australian Outback Trail with kangaroos and emus, a Bird’s World, and Butterfly Landing. Admission is quite reasonable.

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