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jasmine Mar 21st, 2002 11:11 AM

Bronx Zoo...Worth the trip?
 
Is the Bronx Zoo a good way to spend a day (half-day) in NYC? I have a 12 and 10 yr. old. Any advice would be much appreciated. Thanks.

evelyntrav Mar 21st, 2002 11:17 AM

It will be a full day and your children will be very pleased. When you get the map at the entrance area, plan your route to avoid wandering as it is a big place. How are you going to get there from NYC? In NYC, perhaps go to the Intrepid (www.intrepidmuseum.org). If you want other suggestions, let us know.

ryan Mar 21st, 2002 11:19 AM

The Bronx Zoo is actually very nice. By subway, it is reasonably easy to get to.<BR><BR>It can be a bit expensive, especially as many attractions are an additional price. There are some days where it is pay one price.<BR><BR>If you are in town for a visit and don't want to travel to the Bronx, the museum of Natural History/Hayden Planetarium are nice attractions.

evelyntrav Mar 21st, 2002 11:23 AM

The zoo has a web site with a map and other information: www.bronxzoo.com.

scoop Mar 21st, 2002 12:25 PM

If you like zoos its great

xxx Mar 21st, 2002 12:33 PM

International recognized for it's threatened animal population. A great zoo not just a zoo by any stretch.

amy Mar 22nd, 2002 04:18 AM

Great zoo,worth the trip.By the way,it's free on Wednesdays(you can make a donation if you want)but you don't have to.

nina Mar 22nd, 2002 04:22 AM

Yes, it's a wonderful zoo and is free on Wednesdays, but you might be better off paying the entrance fee (about $ 6.00) and going another day. We went on a Wednesday once and it was too crowded to enjoy.


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