Experts' Choice Award Roger Williams Park Zoo
What the experts agree on
A 150-year-old conservation zoo with distinct habitats—Tropical America, African plains, polar bears, giraffes—plus hands-on education. Just 40 acres, so compact, but set within the larger, scenic Roger Williams Park.
“Plan a full day to take in this regal 435-acre Victorian park where you can picnic... rent a swan paddleboat, or ride a Victorian-style carousel.”
– Fodor's
Travel + Leisure "Visit the new elephant pavilion." Full review
Lonely Planet "The main attraction of Roger Williams Park is this zoo, which is home to more than 600 animals (polar bear, giraffes, lemurs) and performs some interesting conservation work." Full review
U.S. News & World Report2.0
"Located about 4 miles south of downtown Providence, Roger Williams Park Zoo is only 40 acres – not the largest zoo by far." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The Roger Williams Park Zoo is a 150-year-old conservation and education zoo, featuring hands-on experiences for animal lovers of all ages"
Rhode Island Travel Guide
March 2, 2021
Frommer's "The zoo is divided into three principal habitats: Tropical America, the Farmyard, and the Plains of Africa...a walk-through aviary and underwater viewing areas with polar bears, sea lions" Full review
Travel + Leisure "Provides environmental education to guests...things to do here include zipping through the forest on an open-air cable car, going on an African safari, and watching bird demonstrations."
CNN
