Lincoln Park Zoo Chicago Boardwalk and Pavilion

Lincoln Park Zoo    

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See roaring lions, playful meerkats and majestic gorillas just minutes from downtown Chicago. Lincoln Park Zoo is Chicago's only zoo -free and open for all, …

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Apr 17, 2025
I’ve been to zoos all over the uk and on my travels and this is hands down the closest I’ve been to zoo animals! They throw the food out so the animals are seen. Lots to see. It’s a free zoo so I d…Full review by Dee069
Apr 14, 2025
What a great zoo free to get in amazing animals,staff are so helpful and knowledgeable about the animals telling you all about there backgrounds and feeding habits it was a wonderful place to visitFull review by O8185SAsamanthac
Apr 10, 2025
Given it’s free to enter it’s hard to complain about much and while not massive there’s plenty of educational elements to make passing a few hours easy. There’s a large cafe facility in the centre of…Full review by stevebintley
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Lincoln Park Zoo is a free 35-acre (14 ha) zoo located in Lincoln Park in Chicago, Illinois. The zoo was founded in 1868, making it one of th…
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Lincoln Park Zoo is perfect for a family outing. Built in 1868, it is one of the oldest zoological gardens in the country. The zoo managemen…
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Are the animals outside while the zoo is not technically open? I was contemplating as to whether the zoo is worth visiting …
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Are the animals outside while the zoo is not technically open? I was contemplating as to whether the zoo is worth visiting during the evening, as opposed to my usual visiting hours in the mid-morning.
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There is a gate to get back in where the animals are located.
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Answer by Pamela T · Aug 2, 2024
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Can you bring a cooler
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Yes you can bring in food
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Does anyone know how the ticket process works?
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That's correct. Tickets are free; you just reserve online. Reserve ahead of time because they tend to go quick. But be forewarned, you may be disappointed when you get there. …
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That's correct. Tickets are free; you just reserve online. Reserve ahead of time because they tend to go quick. But be forewarned, you may be disappointed when you get there. We went in July and there were so few animals that we were shocked. There were signs saying the exhibits were closed because of covid, but I mean it was LOTS. We were disappointed and didn't stay long.
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What does it cost on sundays
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It is free everyday
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Frequently asked questions

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How much does it cost to visit Lincoln Park Zoo?
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Nothing! The zoo is free and has been since our gates first opened in 1868, making it one of the most established zoos in the United States.
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Check the zoo's website for an updated roster of events happening during your visit
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Open every day of the year and offers something for everyone
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Don't forget to visit the Regenstein Center for African Apes, an impressive 2 500m2 indoor-outdoor environment housing gorillas and chimps in a bamboo forest
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It is dedicated to permanently keeping its admission policy free for everyone
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Lincoln Park Zoo is a free zoo located in Lincoln Park neighborhood in Chicago, Illinois
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Here you can see monkeys, flamingos, zebras, birds, lions, bears, and many other creatures
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Don't forget to visit the regenstein center for african apes
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If you feel the need for a memento just swing by the souvenir shop for a huge selection of trinkets and memorabilia
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One can rent a paddle boat for a spin around the lincoln park lagoon
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All of the zoo's exhibits are free to visit
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Pick up a map and schedule of feedings and training sessions
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Tickets start at $5 and must be purchased at the zoolights web site
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Admission is free of charge
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Lincoln park zoo is dedicated to connecting people with nature through a free, family-oriented wildlife experience
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Plan on using public transportation or a taxi to get to the zoo
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Lincoln park zoo is free, open and amazing every day of the..
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The zoo constantly hosts events and activities so check the web site
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Bear in mind that admission is free
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The building can get incredibly noisy when it's crowded, so be prepared
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Visitors can also pet animals in the petting zoo, ride the endangered species carousel, and ride on the miniature train
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More captivating critters will be on view when a new polar bear and penguin exhibit opens in late 2016
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Lincoln park zoo is free
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Besides the incredible array of animals on display here, the nicest thing about this zoo is the fact that it's free
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The zoo also provides other christmas attractions such as santa's safari, live ice carving demonstrations, and a holiday express train
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Visit the regenstein macaque forest, home to a troop of japanese macaques soaking in the hot springs
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(walk down the ramp and take a look at the underwater viewing area)
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Feed wisconsin farm animals at the petting zoo, or visit formerly sick animals nursed back to health by the zoo staff
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Horses, cows and pigs can be found here
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