Our winter operating schedule is now in effect. Come visit our snow angels, polar bears Gus and Ida, and catch one of our daily penguin and sea lion training and feeding demonstrations. Warm up in the Rainforest, where a new troop of lemurs is hanging out in the canopy. And stop by the Amphibian Crisis Center to learn fascinating facts about frogs!

Hours

Through April 3, 2009

Daily 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

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Location

The Central Park Zoo is located at 64th Street and Fifth Avenue in Manhattan, New York. It is easily accessible by mass transit.

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Dining Options

The Zoo’s restaurant is temporarily closed while we make improvements.

Gift Shop

Visit Zootique to take home a souvenir to remember your visit. During the holidays, shop for tree ornaments, cozy pajamas for all ages, sweatshirts and winter gear, and adorable plush toys. The store is open from 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. For more info, call (212) 794-0284.

Accessibility

The Wildlife Conservation Society is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable environment for all of our guests. The accessibility chart provides general information for individuals with disabilities about the physical and visual accessibility of zoo grounds. Please consult the current Zoo map handout, distributed at the entrance gate, for additional park information and schedules.

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Programs & Tours

The Central Park Zoo’s Education Department offers programs to enrich your children’s zoo visit with hands-on discovery and interactive learning. We offer toddler programs for caregivers and little ones, preschool programs, after-school workshops, and weekend classes for school-age children. We also offer guided tours and classes for school groups both at the zoo and in your own classroom. All programs require advance reservations.

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Visitor Rules

  • The Central Park Zoo is a smoke-free park.
  • Visitors under age 17 must be accompanied by a chaperone.
  • Do not feed our animal residents or throw things in exhibits, and stay on public paths at all times.
  • Please respect and leave untouched the plants and native wildlife around you.
  • Pets are not permitted. Guests who rely on service animals may bring them into the Zoo, provided that the animals remain properly leashed. Guests are solely responsibility for the care and control of their animals.
  • Deposit trash in designated receptacles.
  • Radios, bikes, rollerblades, skateboards, or scooters are not permitted in the Zoo.
  • Shirts and shoes are required at all times.
  • We reserve the right to inspect packages, bags, and containers.
  • We reserve the right to escort from zoo grounds any individuals or groups who are acting in ways deemed harmful to our animals or the park, or that impinge upon the enjoyment of the park by other guests.
  • Weapons of any kind are not allowed in the Zoo.
  • The solicitation of visitors, or the selling of any items is prohibited within the Zoo, at its entrance gates, and along boundary sidewalks.
  • During your visit, you may be videotaped or photographed by a WCS employee or authorized guest. Your admission here serves as permission for use of your image by these parties.
  • Non-commercial photography for personal use is allowed, but tripods are restricted in several exhibits, and at the discretion of zoo staff. Commercial photography and filming requests must go through the Communications Department. Please send your request to brusso@wcs.org.

For further information please call 212-439-6500.