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Bronx Zoo

4.4/5 — Very good(3,278 reviews)· New York

Mubboo Verdict — Worth it?

A top-rated zoo that feels like a full-day escape, ideal for families and animal enthusiasts.

Insider tip: One reviewer spent five hours and still rushed through some areas, suggesting the zoo is far larger than a typical visit allows, despite being in the most populated US city.

★ TravelFit — Who should visit

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Couples

68/100

Couples make up a quarter of visitors; the vast, quiet grounds offer a surprisingly uncrowded date spot away from city bustle.

  • trip_types: Couples 23.9%

Plan your visit

Time needed5 hr
Best timeEarly in the day to allow enough time to cover the grounds
AreaNew York
📍 2300 Southern Blvd, New York 10460-1090

Ratings

4.4/5Very good· 3,278 reviews

★ What reviewers say

Visitors love

  • Huge, well-maintained grounds
  • Rare animals like the tree kangaroo
  • Feels far from the city despite being in NYC

★ Real traveler reviews

Verbatim excerpts from TripAdvisor reviews.

★★★★★Solo travel
Huge, well-maintained zoo. I can see why it is one of the top rated in the nation. I was there 5 hours and covered the entire grounds but rushed through a few places. You'd never guess that you're in the most populated city in North America.
795davec · 2026-05-15T11:18:30Z — via TripAdvisor
★★★★Family
Wonderful zoo! I loved that they have several animals that are very familiar and common place at other zoos and also some animals that I have never even heard of before like the tree kangaroo. Definitely could spend an entire day easily.
L1719SQelizabetht · 2026-05-11T17:06:20Z — via TripAdvisor
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Frequently asked questions

Is Bronx Zoo worth visiting?

A top-rated zoo that feels like a full-day escape, ideal for families and animal enthusiasts.

How much time do you need at Bronx Zoo?

Most visitors spend about 5 hours.

What's the best time to visit Bronx Zoo?

Early in the day to allow enough time to cover the grounds