Zoos and Gardens for Boston Kids

Find the best and latest exhibits at Boston area zoos, aquariums, and cool art and blooms at nearby botanical gardens.
See more than 800 animals at Southwick's Zoo. Photo courtesy the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism
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Who you lookin' at?! The Tropical Forest at Franklin Park Zoo. Photo by Don Crasco/Franklin Park Zoo
Franklin Park Zoo: Top Tips for a Great Visit with Kids
Balmy temps and spectacular flora invite exploration. Photo courtesy of Tower Hill Botanic Garden
Indoor Gardens Where Boston Kids and Families Can Escape Winter
Peek inside a rainforest at Providence's Roger Williams Park Zoo.
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The arboretum is stroller friendly, both on grass and paved trails. Photo courtesy of Arnold Arboretum
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Hiking along the Ipswich River is a favorite family activity. Photo courtesy of Mass Audubon Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary
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12 of the Best Picnic Spots for Families in Boston
The whole family can explore the outdoors with the top stroller-friendly hikes in Boston and beyond. Francis William Bird Park photo courtesy of the The Trustees
Top Stroller-Friendly Hikes near Boston
Visiting Walden Pond is perfect for enjoying nature and having fun in the sun!
Visiting Walden Pond With Kids
Things To Do with Kids at Mass Audubon's South Shore Sanctuaries

Latest Zoos & Gardens News

Starry Nights-inspired drone shows are coming to the NYBG this summer as part of Van Gogh's Flowers. Rendering courtesy of NYBG
Drone Shows and Lego Art: Nab Tickets To NYBG's Summer of Van Gogh Now
Get your tickets now to see nature imitate art at this special NYBG exhibition.
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Keep everyone cool at the 95-acre Splish Splash water park on Long Island's East End. Photo courtesy of Splish Splash
36 Summer Day Trips from NYC to Take as a Family
Get out of town to take advantage of the fun beyond the five boroughs.
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From aardvarks to bush babies, gorillas, and more, the Bronx Zoo's Pumpkin Nights lets you see wildlife in a whole new light.
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Guide to Pumpkin Nights, the Bronx Zoo's Halloween Jack-O'-Lantern Trail
Gorgeous, animal-themed carvings stretch out for 1/2 mile at this must-see attraction.
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Budgie Landing invites guests into the habitat of 1,000 free-flying mini-parrots for a chance to feed them from a stick.
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Bronx Zoo's New Budgie Landing Lets You Interact with the Birds
Interact and feed beautiful birds a this new exhibit.
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The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk has 75 animal exhibits and is home to more than 7,000 animals. Photo courtesy of the aquarium
Best Aquariums to Visit from the NYC Metro Area with Kids
Go under the sea on a day trip to one of these local aquariums.
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See model trains zooming through a botanical wonderland at the NYBG Holiday Train Show. Photo by Robert Benson Photography/courtesy of the NYBG
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NYBG Holiday Train Show: What To Know Before You Go with Kids
The NYBG is luminous during the holidays thanks to these beautiful displays.
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