We ask that visitors comply with all park rules: The Queens Zoo is a smoke-free park. Visitors age 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult chaperone (age 18+). Do not feed our animal residents or throw things in exhibits, and stay on public paths at all times.
No scooters, skateboards or bicycles. No balloons. These items must be left outside the park.
Radios and speakers are prohibited. General information, zoo history, map, education program summary, animal photos and descriptions, and calendar of events. Part of The Wildlife Conservation Society.
The Queens Zoo does not have discounts for EBT/Snap cardholders. Currently, specific ticket discounts for the Queens Zoo are offered for US Military/Veterans, and Museum Council of New York City members. Important Information For your safety, please be sure to familiarize yourself with our rules and requirements.
Guest Conduct Policy: We expect all guests to behave in a family-friendly manner. WCS staff, guests, and the animals in our care deserve an environment free from abusive or inappropriate behavior. We reserve the right to refuse admission to, escort from park grounds, and/or revoke without a refund the Membership of, any individual or group who endangers our animals, staff, vendors, guests, or.
(Limited availability on first come, first served basis) Purchase Tickets Online Buy Now. Queens Zoo About Our Park The Queens Zoo opened in 1968 on the site of the 1939 and 1964 World's Fairs in Flushing Meadows. Although it was originally administered by the NYC Department of Parks and Recreation, WCS (then the New York Zoological Society) redesigned the zoo and reopened in 1992.
The Queens Zoo is located on 53-51 111th Street in Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens, New York. No parking is available at the zoo itself; however, there is some limited parking in the area such as public parking lots and street parking. The Queens Zoo (formerly the Flushing Meadows Zoo and Queens Wildlife Center) is an 11-acre (4.5 ha) zoo at Flushing Meadows-Corona Park in Queens, New York City, between Grand Central Parkway and 111th Street.
The zoo is managed by the Wildlife Conservation Society and is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). QUEENS ZOO 53-51 111th Street Flushing, New York 11368 We are currently experiencing extremely high call volume to Member Services. Please expect some extended wait times.
Thank you for your patience and understanding. Find answers for commonly asked questions and important visitor information at these links: General Info & Park FAQs WCS.