Prospect Park Zoo in Nanuet

Awesome staff and great animals. I loved the sea lion training

Small quaint children’s zoo.You can see everything in one hour.There are just a few exhibits, multiple of which house the same species. However the price is fair, making this a nice spot to check out. Unless you have someone (kids primarilyto show it to, this is a one time zoo.

Nice & not crowded... We were visiting on Labor Day. Sea lions show was nice - a must see...Comparing with our previous visit, looks like there is less animals than we saw before.Please help Zebu!! His leg is bitten to blood by flies. He is all shaking. Its painful to see...Plase call a vet!!

Hmm I dont know why everything is disorganized here except Sealion zone. We parked our car on Flatbush Ave and then saw a entrance gate that was locked so we asked a women security (who was sitting in the booth and busy with earphones & phonehi....excuse us...is the zoo closed today ? after two times asking she replied no, go straight make a right you will see info.desk. then she goes back in her phone. well our first met women found so rough no courtesy.Then we walked for 2min to reach information desk (tickets counterthis lady also doesnt know how to behave with customers or guests. She speaks like she doesnt know anything (unprofessional). After met two women, Already our excitement was disturbing....finally we entered in the zoo...but totally disappointed. Lots of animals are missing! You can see in the pictures. Coffee shop was also so dirty but still I spent $40 there bcoz my family was hungry. Anyways this Zoo should be more organized and All employees should be more congenial and better quality.

This zoo is amazing fill with atol to learn about the animals and have a great selection of animals to see

It may not be the biggest zoo around, but the ability to feed and pet some of the animals makes it a very enjoyable one.

Really nice and cool zoo it’s small but you see a lot of animal for $10! They have two hidden spots where they keep animals in the dark/cool temperatures make sure to check them out.

Its small and fun. I went on a Saturday. It wasnt crowded and the kids love the barn area feeding the animals. You have to reserve your tickets before you get there online. Its better to get the annual family pass if you want to visit more than once or multiple zoos. Its way cheaper that way.

Nice time at the Prospect Park Zoo🦧🦥🦔. Wouldve liked a little more but all in all a nice excursion for the kiddos from the norm that is Brooklyn 🚉🚔

Great clean zoo. Lots a/c indoor areas to cool down and look at reptiles. Cafe is small as in the other zoos. They had salads, sandwiches, yogurts, cheeses, wraps, hot drinks, cold drinks, and ice cream. Kids can feed farm animals and turtles and ducks. Five min walk to train station. McDonalds & Wendys in the corner outside.

Go early to avoid the crowds and heat. Plenty of indoor activities even if its raining. bring snacks or picnic outside the cafe. Clean. Dont forget your quarters for the petting zoo!

Hidden gem in Brooklyn. Great grounds for a walk and really nice displays for the most part. Lost a star because their wild dog seems a little too penned in.

Our favorite little zoo! What happened to the lovely prairie dogs, though? Haven’t seen them in a long time

Its ok.. really small zoo. You can really explore the whole park in 25-30 mins. Not much attractions either. The only highlight is the sea lion training feeding.

Out of the four zoos in the City that operate under the Wildlife Conservation Society, I like the layout of the Prospect Park Zoo the most. The peacocks that roam the park are a fun part of visiting the Prospect Park Zoo. Its very well-run, and clean. I really like this zoo!

Excellent little zoo with nice staff. Small zoo, but perfect for small children and special needs families. Love all the air-conditioned areas which make it great this summer. Nice sculpture and the waterfowl area is lovely. My son adored the baboons. If your kid is really into animals and you take drink breaks and advantage of the viewing and sitting areas, this is a very fun way to kill two or three hours.Also, the classic staple of amusement parks, zoos, and similar places are present! Dippin Dots are available. Really wish they had a soda fountain, cotton candy, popcorn, and more classic foods, but still pretty fun.

This zoo is small. But still is a good place to go. First of all, it is close to us in Brooklyn. I dont need to Bronx zoo. Second, it has many animals. There is a sea lion training at 11:30. My daughters are so happy.

I have stopped by this cute little zoo several times in the past with today being my most recent visit. It might not be a large zoo, especially in comparison to the Bronx Zoo, but it has enough animals and exhibits to entertain a small child. The price of admission is $9.95 for an adult and $6.95 for a child, which I find extremely reasonable. They have a really cool barn with adorable friendly farm animals that can be hand fed. They also have a cafe/gift shop which has vastly improved since the last time I was here. The cafe part might be limited on food options, but they have really nifty gifts and toys. Be on the lookout of all the zoos friendly resident peacocks that are walking around so children wont be startled if they approach them. I definitely recommend anyone (whether solo or with a familyto check out this zoo. It is really a great place to spend a few hours every once in a while.

Not your normal zoo. Lots of endanger animals, thats what makes it special. All but one of the exhibits was open. The grounds are beautiful and full of ambiance. Loved the peacocks walking the grounds, you never know when they will show up. Enjoy!

Small but really nice zoo.

Wow that was fun. We loved the primates and the peacock was a big show off. Its not too big and lots of shade trees.

We enjoyed the zoo. Small habitats and several buildings closed but a nice variety of animals and interesting ways to get to them including a petting farm. Adults liked it as well as the children. WE missed all the shows and events, but it was nice they were doing them. Cant match the Bronz zoo but this place is easy to get to and fun for the family.

This used to be a great place for younger children, with a lot of interactive activities. On my most recent visit (July 1st), I found that the several areas were closed. Also there were no prairie dogs, (which was always a highlightfor the kids. The cave around the prairie dog exhibit was filled with huge flies. It seems the whole place could use a good cleaning and sprucing up. Also, perhaps a few indoor seats for dining might be good as I noticed several children afraid to eat with peacocks near them. Hope to see the zoo return to top form soon.

The Zoo was awesome! A short 10s wait if you have a reservation for it.. Anyways, it was a blast. Staff was amazing, And they love company! (The animals. Maybe not the Sleeping ones though..But also, Id recommend visiting the SEA LION STORE & CAFE. Its a cute lil Gift shop and snack bar. 2 to 1 things. The pics down below 👇 are just pics for what the animals are. They also put signs for what the Type of Bird, Koala, Ect. They are. Make sure to look out for the otters when you first come in. Theyll be Jumpin!

Beautiful zoo with lots of wild life and trails to explore. They have roaming peacocks that are very friendly. For all the Turning Red fans they have a red panda!!!.

This is a fairly small zoo, but it has a reasonable admission. When you walk in, you see sea lions and buildings around it. One of the buildings was closed off but the others were open. There are some animals but not a lot. Several animal exhibits only included a single one. I finished walking around after an hour and I took time to look at them all. Its a fun place to go, but I dont think Id go again.

A very cute zoo, however, not the best if you want to see exotic animals. This zoo is located in Prospect Park, and is very small and lacks a variety of animals. They have on common zoo animals, like lions, zebras, giraffe, alligators, etc. The most exotic thing they have is an orangutan enclosure which is quite boring. Not great if you want to see exciting exotic animals.

The zoo may not be the biggest zoo and there arent that many animals but the grounds are amazing and fun to walk around especially with small kids you got these peacocks walking freely around a nice sea lions pool. Monkeys and a bird house. And a nice petting zoo my kids loved it . And theres a big plus the price is very cheap going at 8$ per child and 10 for adults.

Big fan of the Red Pandas. Very friendly staff, dont forgot to get some dippin dots.

A tiny zoo just like your backyard. Its good to bring your family to visit.

Ive been here a few times and never disappointed. Its the perfect size for walking around with little ones. The farm section is popular and interactive. The kids get to feed the animals there. The zoos location is also near public transportation, so very easy to get to. The Brooklyn botanical gardens, museum, and main library are all within walking distance.

It was really fun, and I enjoyed seeing the animals but alot were missing so that was a little let down. Other than that great experience and we got to catch the sea lion show!

Great little zoo! They require vaccination to go inside the indoor exhibits and enforce masks inside. It felt safe and a fun way to get out of the house for a bit without too much risk.

I visited on a random weekday afternoon and had a great two hour visit. Its so nice to have a zoo as a resource for the borough - lots of different types of animals and there are a few interactive opportunities. Glad I went!

Perfect size zoo for a family with kids.…Interactive Petting zoo, sea lion feedings,Stroller and wheelchair accessible.…They have a wonderful baboon exhibit where you could sit down and watch the baboon families hang out.There is no indoor cafe, only outdoor picnic tables. The gift shop is rather pricey.

Its great for a local last minute trip to the zoo if you are from brooklyn however if you children or child is over 5 this might not do it for them. Or maybe you need to pay attention to special exhibitions. My daughter is 3 and loved it.

Being kissed by an alpaca was one of the happiest moments in my life. Their wildlife exhibits are great too. Plus feed the goats, cows. There is a freely moving about peahen who will peck breadcrumbs from your palm. You can also make ducks squabble over the food you throw to them. You get all the food from the zoo itself. Go with your child or go to bring out the child in you.

Really manageable zoo that was clean and conveniently located. It was also really reasonably priced! The petting zoo was wonderful. Not great food on premises so make sure to eat beforehand.

A small but cozy zoo. The animals are clean, well-groomed. You can buy food in the zoo itself and feed a llama, sheep. There is a swimming pool with sea lions in the center of the zoo. The cutest thing in the zoo is a red panda♥️. Entrance prices are not expensive, great for children 4-10 years old.

My kids enjoyed the zoo as the variety of animals and modern exhibits are enough to sustain the joy and wonder of the little kiddos.

Wonderful place for families, especially with young children. Admission price is very reasonable, but beware that the snack shop is pricey. Lovely landscaping and helpful young staff who tend science stations for interested children. Clean restrooms. Feeding station for sheep, etc.

I loved the place, the park is beautiful and I like it even more than central park, and the zoo is awesome, it worth it, if youre in Brooklyn you definitely must go here

Great experience observing all the diverse animals. We even caught the mini sea lion feeding where they did a few tricks. My son also fed the swans, ducks & turltes. You can also feed the animals in the barn too. I love that you can cool down in the various conservatories. It was over 90 degrees when we visited. There was only one area that was closed due to covid but all in all a great day activity for the kids.

This is a nice but small zoo. Due to covid, all indoor attractions are closed, but you can still see the sea lions, go on the discovery trail, and visit the barn. My family spent a fun 50 minutes here, but if the indoor attractions were open, we would have visited for longer. You do have to reserve tickets ahead, and not take the chance of there not being enough tickets for everyone in the group. Its worth it too get a zoo membership so you can come here as often as youd like.

The zoo is a treasure and was a favorite of my father when he was a kid in the 60s (when they had elephants!And mine in the 90s and this week we took our 1yr old to start the next generation!A part of the whole wildlife conservation system of ny zoos they do amazing educational programs and have just enough cute animals to be a requested trip for kids of all ages.Sealion training, cutest little monkeys, a nature trail with kids activities and a petting zoo!If you are looking for extensive collections or exotic animals you must go to the bronx but dont sleep on this little gem!The zoo is also located next to childrens corner (the carousel and Lefferts houseso there is a full day of kid stuff to be done!I always pack a picnic lunch as there are nice tables and grassy areas you are allowed to picnic on and the concessions are underwhelmingOh and dont be alarmed the peacocks are supposed to be free roaming lol

Awesome little zoo, especially for the cost. Hand feed goats and sheep, sea lions a few feet away, peacocks roaming wild, and so many other cool finds. Perfect for kids.

Had a good time. Tickets have entry times but you can stay in there for as long as you want once your inside. Hand sanitizers are posted throughout the zoo. Was surprised to see the peacocks walking around freely. They were friendly and eating food from people and just going about their merry way. The barn feeding was a nice touch. Wasn’t too crowded which was good. The cafe wasn’t much of a cafe. More of a gift shop with few snacks. We literally got through the whole zoo in about an hour and a half. It’s small but good enough if you don’t want to go all the way to the Bronx. Overall had a good time. Would recommend for kids as well as adults.

The PEACOCKS! Definitely the most memorable part, they just roam freely!Today was my first time coming to the Prospect Park Zoo and I really dig it. I took a few of my students, who are locals in Brooklyn and have been to this zoo at least once before. The zoo is small but has a good amount of sightseeing and animal interactions for the visitors. I really enjoyed the farm part of the zoo. Got to pet and feed sheep and an alpaca (or a llama?)!Covid has brought numerous sanitizing stations. Given that we had a 10:00am entry, park had a few visitors and finished covering the zoo in less than 2 hours :)

Small zoo even smaller now with COVID as some of the exhibits were closed. During COVID they are very good with social distancing. They have floor markers, direction signs for one-way traffic and limit the number of people in the indoor exhibits. The price is very reasonable and appropriate for what is currently being offered. ($10 for adults and $7 for kidsThis would be good if you are in or near Prospect Park to kill about an hour or two. Lots of street parking along Flatbush Avenue (even though street cleaning is alternate side - Mon/Thurs, Tues/Fri - it is from 8:30 - 9 AM so you could easily find spots after 9.All staff were very helpful and kind. I would love to return once the other exhibits open back up.

Great day trip for the little ones! Varied exhibits, love the sea lions, barn animal and duck feedings are a favorite in my household. Bring extra quarters and a cup or bag to put the extra food in. Recommend visiting with the kids for a 3 hour fun engaging experience!