Very nice zoo, not real big but lots of different animals to visit and feed. Low prices make it…read moreeven better

At first, I thought the ticket price for the zoo was a little high, but after going through and…read moreseeing how many animals they had, I knew it was worth it! A lot of the animals were very beautiful. From the giraffe to the tigers to the bison! I love reading the stories of each of the animals, and knowing that many of them are rescued! Although I thought some of the animals had fairly small areas, it was great to see so many of the animals up close. This was a great place to take kids.

Have small kids, so took a little time to visit this small zoo. We ended up being blown away. Sure,…read moreit's small, but with plenty of local animals and active staff. Honestly, that's what made the biggest difference: have you ever been to a zoo where the staff, as they are working, turn and have conversations with the patrons? Also, there was a short talk/presentation about turtles - my kids loved it! They asked so many questions and because they were local animals, we could then look for turtles - my kids now love turtles as much as volcanoes!! Also, they had a monarch butterfly egg monitoring project going on, and it was exciting to see staff go out with mirrors in the weeds to count eggs. It's hard to articulate how unsung this place is. Incredible experience, mainly due to the accessibility and welcomingness of the park staff!

Other than this zoo being very small, I had a great time with my family today. The workers are all…read morevery friendly and as I would ask questions about the animals to the people I was with, there are workings walking around who would answer my questions the second I asked them. They have a great handful of enclosures that are habitats with several animals - for instance, there was a lemur habitat that had tortoises and a fowl. They also had an enclosure that had Scarlett ibis, ducks and an anteater! They also have a gift shop that was on the smaller side, a petting zoo where you can pet the goals and a snack shack. Great place for young kids - who don't require a large attention span to get enjoyment out of the zoo.

We took our grandchildren to the Philadelphia Zoo today, and if you haven't been there lately, put…read moreit on your list . It's fantastic! The highlight of the day was the baby orangutan, who apparently believes he's Spider-Man. He was scaling the fencing, swinging around, and showing off for the crowd like he was auditioning for a Marvel movie. Meanwhile, his mom wrapped a sheet around herself like zoo royalty and strutted behind him with all the confidence of a queen on a royal walkabout. You could almost hear her thinking, "That's my child... and yes, he gets his athletic ability from me." The animals were entertaining, but that orangutan family definitely stole the show!

My dad and I visited the Philadelphia Zoo last week, and had a great time! We loved the meerkat…read moreexhibit, especially when we caught a zoo talk about the animals. The zoo really did a good job creating an interactive environment for these cute little animals. I enjoyed the wide variety of animals the zoo offered. The lion was particularly vocal when we passed by, and we got to hear several roars. Cool! A gorilla was taking advantage of the overhead animal walkways. He was snoozing in the tube right over our heads! The was my second visit, and I would probably go again.

This spot is kids paradise. I planned most of our day here and my kids still didn't want to leave…read more I typically saw this spot whenever I rode the Strasburg Railroad. We typically would do their Christmas Train, and rarely got back to Lancaster in the warmer months. As soon as I planned my latest summer trip, I knew it had to be on the itinerary. This place has it all from gigantic slides to gold mining sluice areas to a mini kids village that mine couldn't get enough of from the mini vet office to the drive in theater. It was really impressive. From here, you can make your way up the hill where there is a restaurant, a coffee kiosk with a delicious coconut water cold brew (wild!), and plenty of shaded sections with swinging chairs. You'll find paintball, basketball, skee ball, a pedal cart for the family, launching devices. I mean, there is a lot! The place is large so it never felt overly crowded. Come with water bottles. Even with the shaded sections it gets hot. They have water fountains by the bathrooms.

I was able to enjoy Cherry Crest Adventure Farms on the perfect fall day, and I'll be making a trip…read morehere an annual tradition. We spent hours at the farm, and could have stayed even longer. My kids loved everything from the large corn maze to the swings to the games to the playground equipment to the large sandbox filled with corn. My kids were 4 and 6 during our visit, but the farm can easily accommodate older or younger. Two notes; 1. The bathrooms in the back of the farm are new & super clean. 2. Don't feel pressure to purchase the add ones (apple chucking and paintball) - those sections are towards the back of the farm and easily avoidable. There was a variety of food options - a few standard theme park options along with specialty options like homemade ice cream.

Parking is not a problem! Friendly staff and helpful with things! Animals are fun and friendly to…read moreyou! I loved the cows and the goats because they were very calm! The chickens chase you all the time lol so that's fun! If you don't have anything to do in your free time, come here!!

Rude staff!!!!!! Skip this place unless you enjoy being insulted at the door…read more I had read reviews about the rude man at the entrance, and unfortunately, our visit confirmed them. When we arrived, my husband explained we were a family of five, including our baby who is 9 months old. Instead of simply charging the admission, the man looked at my daughter and said, "Wow, she looks big for 9 months." This was not an innocent observation--it was a shady, backhanded way of suggesting we were lying about her age so he could charge us. For the record, my daughter is absolutely 9 months old--small for her age, no teeth, not walking, sitting in a stroller with a pacifier. His comment was unnecessary, insulting, and immediately set a negative tone. If the policy is that everyone pays--even infants--then state that clearly. Don't make rude remarks about a child's appearance or insinuate dishonesty. I even offered to pay the $6, but instead of being straightforward, he backtracked. For a place that depends on families visiting, this kind of treatment is unacceptable. If you choose to come here, be prepared for a rude encounter before you even get inside. We won't be returning, and I would not recommend this "zoo" to anyone who values basic respect. To the owner: your mouth is bad for your business, friend.

We had been here decades ago so we knew we needed to revisit while in the area since this is one of…read morethe best gardens in the country. Not a cheap place at over $30 for most admissions even with some minor discounts. Since we didn't know our exact schedule we took a chance and did not buy a timed admission in advance even though they recommend it. It was going to be another super steamy day for late May so we arrived a bit after they opened at 10am. Everyone else had the same idea. Luckily we were able to buy a ticket on the spot without waiting on line since we used one of the kiosks. There were tons of grade school groups that were running through most exhibits - it appeared their favorite was getting wet from the fountain show's spray! This place is huge with lots of walking but there is enough shade to keep out of the 90 + degree heat. All of the volunteers were super friendly and helpful. Eager to answer all questions and give directions. We covered a lot of ground in three hours and saw all the highlights including two of the fountain shows, the conservatory, the bonsai exhibit, the Italian water garden and the house. Don't miss the behind the scenes exhibit on the pipe organ - fascinating! Everything was beautiful. What an impressive place. No wonder it's so popular.

I love Longwood gardens best time to go is in spring when most flowers are blooming . The princes…read moretree had such pretty pink blooms and sent . Bring very comfortable shoes and water because you will be doing a lot of walking. Longwood Gardens is 1,100-acre botanical oasis in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. Founded by industrialist Pierre S. du Pont, it features over 10,000 plant species, a sprawling 4-acre Conservatory, outdoor fountains, and serene meadows. Top HighlightsThe Conservatory: A massive, heated glasshouse showcasing tropical plants, a world-class bonsai collection, and seasonal rotating displays.Main Fountain Garden: The crown jewel of Longwood, featuring spectacular, choreographed fountain shows (which include illuminated evening performances).The Meadow Garden: 86 acres of native wildflowers, winding trails, and peaceful woodland walks. 1001 Longwood Rd, Kennett Square, PA (about an hour from Philadelphia and two hours from the DMV area).Hours: Generally open Wednesday through Monday, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (with extended hours for seasonal light displays).Admission: Adults are $35, Seniors (65+) are $31, and Youth (5-15) are $20.Dining: You can pack a picnic (enjoyed in designated areas) or book a table at 1906, the on-site fine dining restaurant overlooking the Main Fountain Garden.

Very nice free zoo that has quite a variety of animals and birds . Animals are well cared for and…read morethe zoo is clean . It takes about 45 minutes to walk around and see everything, perfect for small children and also senior citizens. We've been coming here a long time , please leave a donation when visiting if you can .

It's a FREE zoo! Automatic 5 stars... but it's more than that…read more This zoo is full of well-loved animals that are happy, spunky, and very playful! From the pea fowl roaming free all over the grounds (and the males will get in your face if you go near the females to say "hi" or get a picture lol), to the bear sleeping in his water trough on a hot day, to the lazy porcupine napping on a perch, all of these guys were healthy and content! As others mentioned, it's not a huge zoo, but there is an impressive assortment of animals (35 exhibits), and all animals I saw were total extroverts and very fun to watch. My kindergartener was entertained for a full hour, and it was a hot day, so a few animals were hiding out in the shade and not visible, or just unavailable in their indoor enclosures. We heard one talk, at the tiger exhibit, but on a more fairweather day, with a schedule to catch more talks, we could've stayed a lot longer. The (also free) animal talks at different exhibits throughout the day (11am, 2pm and 3pm), are very informative and interesting. The zoo is mostly shaded, outdoor paths in a loop. A small river runs through the zoo, with benches and places to lounge. They do have a picnic grove. Outdoor food is allowed because the concession stand is only open on certain occasions, but feeding animals is prohibited. The staff was super friendly and relaxed, but very qualified, caring, and attentive to the animals. I got a really good vibe here! Only negative was the parking lot is way too small for the zoo and I had to wait for a parking spot to open up. Not only is there not enough parking for the zoo, but it shares the lot with the Splash Park nextdoor, which is nuts in summer months. Do combine your summer zoo visit with a $4 (2024 price) visit to the Splash Park, but arrive early or be ready to battle for parking! Will visit again! They have summer ZOO CAMP, do birthday parties, animal education visits, and private tours! They have a wish list on Amazon if you want to support them in a direct and meaningful way: HTTPS://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/OCW4AERZAC1

Today was a beautiful day to visit this place. My husband found out they were opening up for their…read moreFall festival which included a petting zoo that included chickens, pigs/hogs, goats, Llamas, donkey, ponies, horses, rabbits, and turkies. The cost was not bad for the whole family, and kids under 2 are free. There were several various vendors, ice cream truck, taco food truck, and grilled food for sale. Parking was good and easy. My god-daughter enjoyed the pony ride. We definitely enjoyed the entire day here. My god-son fed and petted a few animals.

Took my kids horseback riding and it could have been a better experience. I'll start off by saying…read morethere's plenty of things to do at Hawks Hollow Farm. Plenty of beautiful horses, a petting area, a tree house & a park. We reserved time for the pony ride and petting zoo but it felt like we were rushed through our experience. The women who helped us immediately seemed frustrated because they overbooked 2 large parties along with our reservation, her vibe didn't feel welcoming because of their lack of organization. My kids did the pony ride literally 2 rounds (they wanted to keep going) then they had about 10 minutes in the petting zoo. That costs me around $60 & they do not take credit cards.

This Zoo is pretty new, and visiting on memorial day was free, Yay!! It is pretty small zoo but…read moreplenty places to sit down, eat and rest. Free parking is nice, but on a crowded day, you have to circle around nearby area for street parkig. While seeing all these animals was cute and fun, I do think they need to work on efficiency for certain areas...like train ride, barn, Habitat HQ etc. They had way too many people inside the buildings and the line was not moving at all. I think the entrance fee is bit high for what they have to offer (usually $31 with advance booking).

I would honestly give the Elmwood Park Zoo five stars, but I have only been here for special…read moreoccasions, such as a wedding, rather than as a regular zoo visit. That being said, after the event we walked around the zoo, and it was superior to anything I could have imagined otherwise. The animal enclosures were phenomenal; from the beautiful outdoor habitats to the immersive walk-through indoor areas, everything felt thoughtfully designed and enjoyable to experience. The zoo had an atmosphere that was both relaxing and exciting at the same time. You can tell a lot of care goes into maintaining the grounds and creating a great experience for visitors. If I lived anywhere closer to this location, I would absolutely come here more often than not. It is definitely a place worth visiting. ...If I could cut the ratings in half, it would be 4 1/2 s

I went here with my friends and had the most amazing time! The staff were incredibly kind,…read morerespectful, and helpful throughout the entire tour we had there. The animals were all too cute! My friend booked the tickets, so I thought we were only feeding goats, but we got a tour of the entire farm and got to interact with a lot of their rescues/residents there. The animals all appeared to be well taken care of and happy, which is the most important part. I 100% recommend buying a ticket and making the trip out to visit. Worth every penny :)

We were looking online at 'activity' farms (animal husbandry-horseback riding-bees, etc) in the…read morelocal area and came upon the Rose Bridge Farm. Rose Bridge is a sanctuary and working farm on land once owned by William Penn. Since 2013, the farm has become a 'forever home' for over 300 animals. Many of the animals are rescues from dairy farms, livestock auctions or other scenarios where they were at risk. They have several different activities, we opted for the Farm Fest, which combined several of the activities. The Farm Fest includes a mini farm animal husbandry tour, baby animal cuddling time, hands on craft activity, a beverage bar and an outdoor fire pit. It lasts about 2 hours. There were many parents there with children, but also adults like us by themselves. There are two times - 4-6 and 6:30-8:30. We went on the 4:00 tour. It was great! It was very interesting hearing how the animals came to the farm - it was so heartwarming to hear the stories of saving so many animals. However, I wasn't expecting the 'cuddling time' to be so much fun. We started with the goats - so friendly! They were nuzzling and 'pawing' us - I sat down and several came to me and wanted to be rubbed or held. I even had an opportunity to feed a baby goat its milk bottle! We interacted with pigs, sheep, a beautiful thoroughbred horse and a donkey! It was a very special experience! Afterwards we all went to a large barn and made crafts - specifically little planters we decorated, added dirt and seeds (large selection of flowers and vegetables seeds) to take home as a little souvenir. We had a dinner reservation so we left before the fire pit activity. Overall, it was a wonderful experience to be with these farm animals and to support such a worthwhile project.