Boston Lights Franklin Park Zoo

Franklin Park Zoo    

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Step into 72 acres of wonder at Franklin Park Zoo, where adventure meets discovery! Come face-to-face with western lowland gorillas inside the balmy Tropical Forest or outside at the seasonal …
Step into 72 acres of wonder at Franklin Park Zoo, where adventure meets discovery! Come face-to-face with western lowland gorillas inside the balmy Tropical Forest or outside at the seasonal Gorilla Grove, marvel at the majestic African lion in the Kalahari Kingdom, and admire the graceful Masai giraffes in Giraffe Savannah. With hundreds of incredible animals from around the globe and immersive habitats, Franklin Park Zoo offers a unique experience for all ages!

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Oct 30, 2024
Nice time of year to visit. Not too busy. Some exhibitions were closed but there were enough animals to make it worth visiting. We went during the day and got to see all the nice displays that they…Full review by 817olivera
Oct 1, 2024
Several of the animals were the only of their species in the enclosure and were making attempts to get out, or get closer to the people watching them. The ostrich hung out by the fence where the peo…Full review by I2344DAmikem
Sep 16, 2024
Franklin Zoo Lights - TERRIFIC!! This is a must see for all ages. We took our granddaughter (7) who was absolutely amazed and definitely would want to go back next year. There is so much to see and t…Full review by lkis229
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Franklin Park, the southernmost link in the Emerald Necklace, stands as one of Frederick Law Olmsted's proudest achievements, prima…
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The Franklin Park Zoo is a 72-acre (29 ha) zoo located in Boston, Massachusetts. It is currently operated by Zoo New England, which also op…
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Facts

Located:Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Opened:October 4, 1912

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Do you need to purchase regualar admission tickets to get into the zoo as well as the tickets for the lantern experience or …
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Do you need to purchase regualar admission tickets to get into the zoo as well as the tickets for the lantern experience or do you just need the lantern tickets since the zoo is closed?
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Just Lantern experience tickets, you can’t see any animals.
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Answer by Julie G · Oct 12, 2023
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Is an adult needed to buy tickets? Can my 14-year-old teenager go alone with her 16-year-old friend and a 10-year-old child?
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Not sure, but I would think a 16 year old wouldn't have any problems for sure. Good luck. Can always call the zoo to confirm.
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Answer by rockwood13 · Jul 21, 2019
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Hi - was wondering what time of day you went that the gorillas were so active? Was it the same with other animals?
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Today was our first time at the zoo and checked out the gorillas. It was complete a disappointment when we saw adults and their children banging on the glass window where gorilla was …
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Today was our first time at the zoo and checked out the gorillas. It was complete a disappointment when we saw adults and their children banging on the glass window where gorilla was sitting. The gorilla charged at the window making a Big Bang sounds and took off. The gorilla was sitting right where these individuals were hitting the glass! What was more disappointing was the staff in response to these adults behavior. Instead of calling security and getting these people out for their inappropriate behavior the manager wanted to reassure us that they care and love the animals and these hints happen...she never went to see the gorillas. She never asked who and she never called security. We went to another higher up manager to ask for a refund because we felt like our money should go to a better place where animals are treated with respect. The higher manger never asked why we wanted a refund!! And when we wanted to talk to her she just didn’t want to listen! Please don’t go to this zoo and give your money to support them. It was disappointing.
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How long does it take, on average, to get through the zoo? I am trying to schedule a time slot.
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We were there about 2 1/2 hours but that was in February and some of the animals were not there at that time but there was still many, many animals to see
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Is the Zoo open in the winter?
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Yes! Our Zoos are open year-round. Check out our Winter Visits page for full details on animals you’ll see and special winter events we host.
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