Hours & Prices
For a complete list of what you can expect during your visit, click here.
Summer Hours are April – October
9:00am – 5:00pm, daily (with the last admission at 4:15pm)
Winter Hours are November – March
9:00am – 4:00pm, daily (with the last admission at 3:15pm)
The Buttonwood Park Zoo is open year-round, with the exception of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.
Please note: We do not allow pets inside the Zoo.
TICKET PRICES:
New Bedford Resident Admission
(Must show proof of New Bedford Residency)
- Adult: $7.50
- Senior/Student: $6
- Child (Ages 3-12): $4.50
- Child Under Age 3: FREE
Non-Resident Admission
- Adult: $10
- Senior/Student: $8
- Child (Ages 3-12): $6
- Child Under Age 3: FREE
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Parking is free
- The Zoo accepts MasterCard, Visa, Discover and American Express.
- Group rates are available for groups of 10 or more with advanced registration. Call (508) 991-6178 ext. 67413 for more information.
A baby red panda!?
On June 4th, the BPZOO welcomed the first red panda cub to be born here in its 126 year history!
Congratulations to first time parents - Marie and Jacob
