Best Zoos & Aquariums in Boston for Kids & Families
5 family-friendly zoos & aquariums with age ratings and parent tips.
Highest rated: Tropical Forest, Southwick's Zoo, Zoo in Forest Park and Education Center. 1 listing is free. 1 listing is indoor. 1 listing is outdoor. Every listing includes age fit, stroller notes, cost signals, and parent tips.
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Top Picks
Tropical Forest
4.9 starsThis small tropical forest exhibit features lush plants and tropical wildlife in an immersive setting that delights young children who are just starti
Southwick's Zoo
4.7 starsNew England's largest zoo packs in over 500 animals and 100 species — from African lions and giraffes to rare Aldabra tortoises and white rhinos. The
Zoo in Forest Park and Education Center
4.4 starsSet within the beautiful 735-acre Forest Park, this small zoo punches above its weight with a genuinely diverse collection including black bears, whit
Lupa Zoo
4.3 starsLupa Zoo is a family-owned small zoo in Ludlow where the intimate scale means kids get remarkably close to the animals — think giraffes you can feed,
Stone Zoo
4.3 starsStone Zoo's compact 26-acre layout means young kids don't get overwhelmed — you can genuinely see everything in a morning without a meltdown. The rein
Tropical Forest
Ages: Best for ages 2-10
Zoo in Forest Park and Education Center
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
Lupa Zoo
Ages: Best for ages 2-10
Stone Zoo
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
Southwick's Zoo
Ages: Best for ages 2-14
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