Franklin Park Zoo

Step into a lush, tropical rainforest where western lowland gorillas, ring-tailed lemurs, pygmy hippos, and free-flying birds thrive. Meandering streams, naturalistic rock formations, and dense greenery create an immersive habitat, bringing you closer than ever to these incredible creatures.

Wander through a seasonal garden oasis filled with hundreds of colorful butterflies fluttering all around you. It’s a magical experience you won’t want to miss!

Take a journey Down Under and meet Australia’s most fascinating wildlife, including kangaroos, wallabies, cockatoos, and emus. Visit the seasonal Aussie Aviary, where you can hand-feed a flock of friendly budgies.

Perfect for young explorers! Watch red pandas climb high in the treetops, see prairie dogs pop up from their burrows, and step into a walk-through aviary with a serene duck pond.

Explore the historic Bird’s World aviary, designed around four diverse ecosystems: swamp, rainforest, desert, and wetlands. Encounter exotic species like keas and tropical wetland birds from around the globe. Then, head to Raptor Ridge to walk through an immersive pathway where you can observe majestic Andean condors up close.

Stand face-to-face with an African lion in this dynamic exhibit. Climb inside a "crashed" Land Rover for an unforgettable nose-to-nose view of one of nature’s most powerful predators!

Experience the world of western lowland gorillas like never before. From the central viewing outpost (open seasonally), you can observe the troop at eye level or gaze up as they climb toward the skylights above. A truly immersive look at these intelligent primates!