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Sunday, August 16: 
• Franklin Park Zoo will be open for daytime guests. Due to events taking place outside the Zoo, traffic and parking restrictions will be in effect throughout Franklin Park. Circuit Drive will be closed, and barriers may be in place on some roadways. If you encounter a barrier, please identify yourself as a Zoo visitor. Parking will be available in the Zoo’s parking lots, though there may be periods when roads or parking areas are temporarily inaccessible. We strongly encourage the use of public transportation or rideshare when possible. 
• Franklin Park Zoo’s Boston Lights evening event will be closed on Sunday, August 16.
We appreciate your patience and understanding!

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child watching penguin swimming underwater

African Penguin Coast


Dive into Penguin Coast, an immersive new habitat that brings you closer than ever to critically endangered African penguins.

Watch these playful birds swim through their outdoor habitat, and get an unforgettable look at them gliding beneath the surface from our underwater viewing area.

Young explorers can climb aboard a replica penguin rescue boat and discover how conservationists are helping protect these incredible animals in the wild. 

Committed to Conservation

This state-of-the-art habitat is a reflection of our commitment to conservation and sustainability. Through our partnership with SANCCOB (Southern African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds), we support efforts to rescue, rehabilitate and protect African penguins and other seabirds in the wild. The habitat also features an energy-efficient geothermal system that helps heat and cool the penguin pool and building throughout the year while reducing environmental impact.