Brookfield Zoo - Brookfield Zoos and Aquarium

  • 3300 Golf Road
    Brookfield,IL,60513-1095
  • +1 708 485 2200
  • www.brookfieldzoo.org
Average Rating
4.5
27 reviews
from 2 sources
Yahoo! Travel
5.0
5+ reviews
Yelp
4.5
22+ reviews
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Admission:
2007 General Zoo Admission Adults (12-64) $10.00 Children (3-11) $6.00 Seniors (65+) $6.00 Children 2 and Under Free Members Free All-in-One Ticket - Summer Season Includes zoo admission, Dolphin Show, Butterflies!, Children's Zoo, Hamill Family Play Zoo,
Educational Program:
Brookfield Zoo's Education Department develops and administers educational programs and activities, and creates much of the zoo's interpretive signs and activities in exhibits. The department offers programming for a variety of groups.
Events:
Check the web site for events such as the sting ray touch experience.
Exhibits:
Habitat Africa, Hoofed Animals, Salt Creek Wilderness, and the Fragile Kingdom to name a few.
Open Hours:
9:30a-6p M-Su,Effective Saturday, May 26, 2007 Daily 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ; Effective Tueday, September 4, 2007 Weekdays 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Weekends 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Effective Monday, October 29, 2007 Daily 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Reservations:
Contact the guest Line at (708) 688-8000 to plan a visit.
Year Built:
1934
Brookfield Zoo
3300 Golf Road
Brookfield,IL,60513-1095
Amenities
  • Strollers Available
  • Concessions-Food Available
  • Guided Tours
  • Gift Shop
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Restrooms
  • Hearing Impaired Assistance
  • Hands-On Interaction
Description
  • ... of the Chicago Zoological Society is to help people develop a sustainable and harmonious relationship with nature. -- In so doing, the Society shall provide for the recreation and education of the people, the conservation of wildlife, ... more on MuseumStuff.com
  • ... Zoo is home to animals representing more than 400 species. This magnificent collection inhabits nearly 20 naturalistic exhibits within the zoo's 216 acres. Brookfield Zoo exhibits this collection for the enjoyment and education ... more on Aza.org
  • Brookfield Zoo is a world-class zoo in a park-like setting. It is located just outside Chicago in the suburb of Brookfield, Illinois and in convenient to I-55 and I-290. It is open 365 days per year, usually from 10am to 5pm, with extended hours ... more on TripAdvisor
  • ... beautifully landscaped acres, the park is home to more than 2,000 animals representing over 400 different species, many living in award-winning indoor immersion exhibits. Come venture into the world of bears, gorillas, giraffes, dolphins, ... more on EnjoyIllinois.com
  • ... seasonally. Admission: $11 Adult / $7 Children 3-11 & Seniors (65+); Children 2 and under FREE; Members FREE. Parking: ... more on VisitOakPark.com
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Reviews
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5.0
Alot of fun!

(10/01/06)

... We went here! Monta and Grant and me!..took so many cute pictures! OOOO and the food was so good!..very nice zoo and everyone was so nice...alot of shops and we walked ... By mizzmonta from Iola, wisconsin, a user of Yahoo! Travel. Reviews from Yahoo! Travel

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5.0
Great zoo

(May 8, 2007)

Still one of the best zoos in the world. It has open ai exhibits where animals can roam. Many interactive exhibits. Trip takker101, a user of Tripadvisor. Reviews from TripAdvisor

Lions & Tigers and Bears, ohh my!

(11/20/2006)

We had the chance to take the girls to the zoo a couple of weeks ago, we really lucked out, the weat... judysbook.com, a user of judysbook.com. Reviews from OpenList.com

5.0
Dave S. 's review

... of Brookfield zoo as a child and they have carried through to my adult years. The history here is remarkable as there are still several ... a user of yelp.com. Reviews from Yelp

4.0
GO FOR THE REPTILE HOUSE!

(08/25/06)

... has many interesting areas, but I definitly recommend the Reptile House. It was awesome. My favorite part was traversing the place with their tram ... By A Yahoo! User from San Diego, CA, a user of Yahoo! Travel. Reviews from Yahoo! Travel

Directions

Brookfield Zoo is located at First Avenue between Ogden Avenue and 31st Street in Brookfield, Illinois, just 14 miles west of downtown Chicago.

Web Resources
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