Gapstow Bridge near the Central Park Zoo

Central Park Zoo: a small zoo in the middle of Manhattan

Tucked into the southeast corner of Central Park, the zoo is small enough for a morning and a favorite with families.

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By NYC-Parks.us editors · Updated

The Central Park Zoo sits near Fifth Avenue and 64th Street, in the southeast corner of the park. It’s run by the Wildlife Conservation Society and is known for its sea lion pool, penguins and snow leopards, plus a children’s zoo.

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How long do you need at the Central Park Zoo?

About 1.5 to 2 hours. It's compact, so it combines well with a walk through the southern part of the park.

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