Prospect Park Zoo is home to nearly 400 animals of more than 80 species. Kids will be amazed by close-up views of some of the wild’s most unusual animals. The Zoo is operated by the Wildlife Conservation Society, known throughout the world for its innovative ways of caring for animals while increasing visitor interaction. The exhibits feature animals in environments mirroring their natural habitats.

Zoo Exhibits include "World of Animals," where kids can meet prairie dogs and wallabies face-to-face. Other Zoo residents include the cotton-topped tamarin, the hamadryas baboon, the red panda, and a vibrant band of birds, reptiles and amphibians. The Zoo presents special annual events - like the Fleece Fest and "Boo at the Zoo" - in addition to educational programs for individuals and school groups.

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Click here to learn about the history of the Prospect Park Zoo.

The Zoo is part of the Children’s Corner and is located on Flatbush Avenue, near Ocean Avenue. You can reach the Zoo from the street entrance or from inside the Park, near the Willink entrance at Ocean Avenue and Empire Boulevard.   Click here to view this location on our Interactive Map.

By Public Transportation: (MTA map)
• Q, S, or B Train to Prospect Park station
• B-41 bus to Flatbush Ave. and Empire Blvd.
• B-43 bus to Ocean Ave. and Empire Blvd.
• B-48 bus to Empire Blvd.

By Car:
• From Manhattan and Brooklyn Bridges: Take Flatbush Ave. to Grand Army Plaza, continue on Flatbush until Empire Blvd.
• From BQE: Take BQE to Prospect Expressway, 10th Ave. exit. Make left on 11th Ave. Make right on Prospect Park Southwest to Park Circle. From Circle, follow Parkside Ave. Make left on Ocean Ave. to Flatbush Ave.

April-October
· Weekdays, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
· Weekends, 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

November-March
· Daily, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

$6 adults, $2.25 seniors, $2 children 3-12.

Contact
(718) 399-7339