Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is one of Connecticut’s top family attractions. Spend an hour or the whole day and see more than 300 animals representing primarily North and South American species. Come learn about our many endangered and threatened species, which include the Amur leopard, Andean condor, Red wolf, Maned wolf, Giant Anteater and Golden lion tamarin. Grab a bite at the Peacock Café, enjoy an outdoor lunch in the Picnic Grove and take a ride on our colorful carousel. We can’t wait to see you!
At a Glance
Hours:
9:00am-4:00pm, daily
Peacock Café: 9am- 4pm, Sunday through Saturday. Grill closes at 3:30pm.
Carousel: 9am-4pm, Sunday through Saturday. Last ride at 3:45pm.
Prices:
Adult Admission (ages 12 - 61) = $20.00
Child Admission (ages 2 -11) = $16.00
Senior Admission (62 & older) = $16.00
Ages 0-1 = FREE
Zoo Members = FREE
Zoo Members, Reciprocal Zoo Members, EBT cards and Library Discounted Passes must pay in person at any ticket window.
FREE for Connecticut Zoological Society Members
We are currently unable to apply admission ticket monies post-visit to membership purchases. Please consider becoming a member first and then your visits will be free. Click here to learn about membership benefits.
9:00am-4:00pm, daily
Peacock Café: 9am- 4pm, Sunday through Saturday. Grill closes at 3:30pm.
Carousel: 9am-4pm, Sunday through Saturday. Last ride at 3:45pm.
Prices:
Adult Admission (ages 12 - 61) = $20.00
Child Admission (ages 2 -11) = $16.00
Senior Admission (62 & older) = $16.00
Ages 0-1 = FREE
Zoo Members = FREE
Zoo Members, Reciprocal Zoo Members, EBT cards and Library Discounted Passes must pay in person at any ticket window.
FREE for Connecticut Zoological Society Members
We are currently unable to apply admission ticket monies post-visit to membership purchases. Please consider becoming a member first and then your visits will be free. Click here to learn about membership benefits.
Zoo Hours
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is open 7 days a week from 9am-4pm.
We are closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. We close at 12pm on the days before these holidays.
Hours are subject to change due to weather and operational capacity.
We are closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. We close at 12pm on the days before these holidays.
Hours are subject to change due to weather and operational capacity.
Daily Operating Hours
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Peacock Cafe:
Open 9am- 4pm Sunday through Saturday (Grill closes at 3:30pm) Carousel: Open 9am-4pm Sunday through Saturday (Final ride 3:45pm) Canteen (Seasonal) CLOSED FOR THE SEASON |
Gift Shop
Open Rainforest Building Open, 10:30am-3:30pm Kathy Brady Education Center Open, Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00am-3:00pm Tuesdays-Thursdays from 11:00am-2:00pm |
Hours are subject to change due to staffing and weather conditions.
General Admission
When you arrive at the Zoo, please have your confirmation email (phone or printed) ready for check-in.
Tickets must be purchased online prior to your Zoo visit.* If you are unable to purchase tickets for a specific day and time, that means that day has sold out. *EBT card holders and library pass users must purchase their tickets in-person at any ticketing window at the Zoo's Front Gate.
Members do not need to make a reservation to visit the Zoo. Members can simply come to the Zoo and show their membership card and ID to enter.
Your ticket is rain or shine. In case of an electrical storm, we will move guests to an indoor location but keep people socially distanced. If the weather forecast calls for rain, wear a raincoat, bring your umbrella, and prepare to make the splash at the Zoo! We do not offer refunds due to weather.
The Zoo is accepting library passes for a reduced admission of $10/person and up to 6 people on the pass. You must present the checked out library pass to the Ticket Window to receive the discount. Additional tickets can be purchased at zoo, though we strongly encourage these tickets be purchased online. When you arrive to the Zoo, please visit the ticket window on the left to purchase your tickets.
The Zoo is currently accepting Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards for a reduced admission (not as a form of payment) of $10/person and up to 6 people on that card. The recipient will need to show their current EBT card and a valid photo ID to receive the discount. Additional persons need to purchase tickets and are encouraged to buy tickets online. When you arrive to the Zoo, please visit the ticket window on the left to purchase your tickets.
Group Rates
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo offers discounted admission rates for schools and camps with 10 or more paying guests, that book online and pay in full with a credit card, no later than 2 weeks out, and enter the Zoo as a group for a self-guided visit. Educational programs, rides, food, appliance rentals and souvenirs are extra cost items. For more information on how to book and to receive the link, please email Group Sales at [email protected].
Tickets must be purchased online prior to your Zoo visit.* If you are unable to purchase tickets for a specific day and time, that means that day has sold out. *EBT card holders and library pass users must purchase their tickets in-person at any ticketing window at the Zoo's Front Gate.
Members do not need to make a reservation to visit the Zoo. Members can simply come to the Zoo and show their membership card and ID to enter.
Your ticket is rain or shine. In case of an electrical storm, we will move guests to an indoor location but keep people socially distanced. If the weather forecast calls for rain, wear a raincoat, bring your umbrella, and prepare to make the splash at the Zoo! We do not offer refunds due to weather.
The Zoo is accepting library passes for a reduced admission of $10/person and up to 6 people on the pass. You must present the checked out library pass to the Ticket Window to receive the discount. Additional tickets can be purchased at zoo, though we strongly encourage these tickets be purchased online. When you arrive to the Zoo, please visit the ticket window on the left to purchase your tickets.
The Zoo is currently accepting Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards for a reduced admission (not as a form of payment) of $10/person and up to 6 people on that card. The recipient will need to show their current EBT card and a valid photo ID to receive the discount. Additional persons need to purchase tickets and are encouraged to buy tickets online. When you arrive to the Zoo, please visit the ticket window on the left to purchase your tickets.
Group Rates
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo offers discounted admission rates for schools and camps with 10 or more paying guests, that book online and pay in full with a credit card, no later than 2 weeks out, and enter the Zoo as a group for a self-guided visit. Educational programs, rides, food, appliance rentals and souvenirs are extra cost items. For more information on how to book and to receive the link, please email Group Sales at [email protected].
More Information for Your Visit
Please click on the tabs below to learn more before your visit.
Food
The Peacock Cafe is open 9am- 4pm, Sunday-Saturday.
The grill closes 30 minutes before closing.
As a reminder, guests are also allowed to bring their own food into the Zoo.
The grill closes 30 minutes before closing.
As a reminder, guests are also allowed to bring their own food into the Zoo.
Restrooms
Restrooms at the Café and Front Gate area will be open. Restrooms will be checked and cleaned frequently through during the periods of time when the zoo is open.
STROLLER/Wheelchair/Scooter Rentals
Stroller and Wheelchair rentals are available on first come, first served basis.
Pricing:
Pricing:
- Single Stroller $7.00
- Double Stroller $9.00
- Wheelchairs are free of chare and on a first come first serve basis
- Mobility Scooter $30 for 3 hours
Service Dog Policy
Service animals are limited to dogs that have been individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability, this does not include pets or emotional support animals.
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo welcomes trained service dogs. We pride ourselves on providing broad access by service animals throughout our park, but because sensitivities can vary with our animals, guests with service dogs are encouraged to check with Guest Services on the day of visit to determine if access to any Zoo area is restricted on that day.
It does not include pets or emotional support animals. Service dogs must always remain harnessed or leashed. If these devices interfere with the service dog’s work or the guest’s disability prevents them from using these devices, then the service dogs must be under the guest’s complete control. Due to the nature of our facility and for the safety of our guests, staff and animals, CBZ requires guests with service dogs to avoid the area between our tiger and leopard habitats. Guests are otherwise invited to explore the Zoo with their service dog.
For the safety and welfare of all animals, Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo does not permit pets or other animals to be left in vehicles or tethered during the stay of our guests. This applies to all animals in vehicles (locked, unlocked, idling, non-idling, with heat or air conditioning) regardless of the duration of stay. Please help us to keep all animals safe.
*Guests are responsible for the clean-up and for controlling their service animal’s behavior.
**Guests will be asked to remove service animals if these guidelines are not followed.
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo welcomes trained service dogs. We pride ourselves on providing broad access by service animals throughout our park, but because sensitivities can vary with our animals, guests with service dogs are encouraged to check with Guest Services on the day of visit to determine if access to any Zoo area is restricted on that day.
It does not include pets or emotional support animals. Service dogs must always remain harnessed or leashed. If these devices interfere with the service dog’s work or the guest’s disability prevents them from using these devices, then the service dogs must be under the guest’s complete control. Due to the nature of our facility and for the safety of our guests, staff and animals, CBZ requires guests with service dogs to avoid the area between our tiger and leopard habitats. Guests are otherwise invited to explore the Zoo with their service dog.
For the safety and welfare of all animals, Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo does not permit pets or other animals to be left in vehicles or tethered during the stay of our guests. This applies to all animals in vehicles (locked, unlocked, idling, non-idling, with heat or air conditioning) regardless of the duration of stay. Please help us to keep all animals safe.
*Guests are responsible for the clean-up and for controlling their service animal’s behavior.
**Guests will be asked to remove service animals if these guidelines are not followed.
Zoo Etiquette
Parking
Parking is free.
We'll See You Soon!Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo
1875 Noble Avenue Bridgeport, CT 06610 |
