Utica Zoo

Category: Zoo

Address: 1 Utica Zoo Way, Utica, NY 13501, USA

Phone: +13157380472

Opening hours

Sunday: 10AM–4:30PM

Monday: 10AM–4:30PM

Tuesday: 10AM–4:30PM

Wednesday: 10AM–4:30PM

Thursday: 10AM–4:30PM

Friday: 10AM–4:30PM

Saturday: 10AM–4:30PM

Reviews

Sandy Slone

Apr 4, 2022

Amazing place to go as a family/an individual/a couple. Map alittle confusing but made an adventure about it! So happy we made this a stop on our trip!!! Staff extremely welcoming and helpful.

Ilyssa Albert

Oct 5, 2021

Small but interesting zoo with several really exciting exhibits. The Mexican Grey Wolves were a big highlight for us, as they are nearly extinct. Their pack is about 1% of the entire species population. Exhibits were clean and looked spacious enough. Several exhibits are on a steep slope and might be difficult to walk to for some guests. I would have loved to see a bit more room for a few of the animals, especially the sea lions. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. It took us about 2 hours to see every animal - though we spent several minutes at each exhibit. Bring a handful of quarters if you want to feed the alpaca! There's a small (bubble gum machine style) dispenser of food.

BanjosOutdoorPower

Aug 29, 2021

Great little zoo to visit. Took me about 2.5hrs to see everything. Food smelled good but i ate before i came unfortunately. Some very unique and cool animals including but not limited to bald eagles, leaf tailed geckos, and a big beaver. Would recommend.

Roberto

Aug 7, 2021

This is a great zoo for this area. Not as good as Syracuse in my opinion, but it’s still a great place to get the family membership though, and bring the kids every couple of weeks. They recently added to the playground which came out really nice. The kids love it and it’s the perfect sized walk for out 3 year old. They are slowly renovating some exhibits, which is a huge plus. Recommend you visit this establishment if you’re in the area!

Thanks! Your review is awaiting moderation.

Questions & Answers

How much for seners

Fawn Goss | Sep 1, 2018
vinny falitico | Sep 1, 2018

It's a private engineering and technology group founded in 1956.

Read More

Can you still feed ducks here!

Aaron Piper | Sep 1, 2019
Utica Zoo | Sep 1, 2019

We currently do not have a feeding duck pond.

Read More

What type of zoo is this like is it a zoo that rescues animals, a zoo that studies the animals or one that just brings them in from the wild for people to look at?

Manson’s Kitten | Sep 1, 2019
Utica Zoo | Sep 1, 2019

The Utica Zoo is an AZA accredited zoo caring for over 200 animals from around the world. We care endangered and critically endangered animals and support Species Survival Plans as part of our conservation efforts.

Read More

How much enter

Elizabeth Morales | Sep 1, 2018
Cory Casey | Sep 1, 2018

The summer admission price is $8 for adults. 3 to 12 age kids are $4.75. Kids 2 and under are free.

Is there any food (hots and Hamburgers) available for purchase on the Zoo grounds now? Picnic benches? Park benches? Thanks for the help.

Lonnie Clar | Jun 2, 2022
Ken Duvall | Jun 2, 2022

Yes there are places to sit and eat. Such as picnic benches. But the food court wasn't open yet.

Read More

Are you animals in a breeding program?

Debbie Tanner | Aug 31, 2021
Bob Baxter | Aug 31, 2021

Some are in a breeding program.

Do you take credit cards

Jerel Hahn | Sep 1, 2019
MELISSA STONE | Sep 1, 2019

Yes

Read More

Today gona be open?

Ashley Guenard | Sep 1, 2019
Ariel L | Sep 1, 2019

From the website "Utica Zoo is open 363 days a year. We close on Thanksgiving and Christmas. We open at 10am and are open until at least 4pm; 4:45pm during warmer months."

Is my zoo pass still good?

Aaron Piper | Sep 1, 2019
Utica Zoo | Sep 1, 2019

Are you asking about a membership card or an admission pass? There should be an expiration date on either. If no expiration date, the pass is not valid.

Read More

Do you have any elephants?

Susan I Broadbent | Sep 1, 2019
Kevin Mallard | Sep 1, 2019

Sorry, no elephants. Rosemand Gifford Zoo in Syracuse does.

Read More

What animals do you get to see in the Winter? Looking to go next month.

Shania Senecal | Sep 1, 2019
Maria Ramirez | Sep 1, 2019

Oof you can see the Mexican Wolves they have and they're really cool

Read More

Is there parking for rv

Beth Boyle | Sep 1, 2019
Stephanie Crain | Sep 1, 2019

Yes

Why the hell does it close so damn early!? Hard to visit after work when it closes before 5

Joey B. | Sep 1, 2019
Mark Simon | Sep 1, 2019

The Zoo is open until 7pm every Monday during the summer. They are also open all winter long, unlike most Zoos.Most Zoos close around 5pm, even the massive Zoos.

Read More

Do they have wheelchairs for people to use ??? How much is it to rent one for the day ???

Dawn Jones | Sep 1, 2018
Utica Zoo | Sep 1, 2018

Yes! We do have wheelchairs available. We reccommend calling ahead to confirm a wheelchair will be available. Note: Our North Trek Nature Trail is limited to personal ability and may not be accessible by wheelchair.

Read More

What days are free

Natasha Williams | Sep 1, 2018
Jordan Rakoske | Sep 1, 2018

Looks like children under 2 are free always but the specific dates are monday Jun 26th, July 31st and August 28th from 4-7pm.

How Much To Get IN

Rebecca Greeley | Sep 1, 2018
Utica Zoo | Jul 2, 2022

Adults $8 Seniors/Military/College w/ID: $7 Kids 2-12: $5 Kids Under 2: Free

Read More

What do you do with "excess" animals. Petting zoo babies grow. Where do they go when mature? I truly hope not to auctions

Janice Bever | Sep 1, 2018
Utica Zoo | Sep 1, 2018

All of our animals are cared for to the highest possible degree. While animals do grow older and are not always babies, our animals will generally spend their entire lives here under our care. Animals that are endangered or protected under Federal Laws are over seen by numerous government agencies to ensure the highest possible level of care, as well as adherance to Species Survival Plan protocols, which are outlined by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. We work closely with many other animal care facilities to make sure the species survival and overall health and comfort are the top priority. At no time, will our animals be sold or given to any organization that will not care for them and adhere to animal care guidelines.

Read More

When do you close for the year

Tammy Gabree | Sep 1, 2018
Eric Sleezer | Sep 1, 2018

It's open 363 days a year

Read More

Thanks! Your answer is awaiting moderation.

Thanks! Your question is awaiting moderation.

Related Places