Saturday, August 29: Due to events taking place outside the Zoo, Franklin Park Zoo will be closed all day. Boston Lights will also be closed that evening. Thank you for your understanding, and we hope to see you on another day.

Today at the Zoo

Zoo Hours: 9am - 5pm

Aussie Aviary

Petting Zoo

Painting the Painted Dog

African Painted Dog Chat

Lion Chat

Giraffe Chat

Gorilla Forage Feed & Chat

Tapir Chat

Full Schedule

Butterfly Hollow

Step into this walk-through garden, where blooming flowers and a serene pond create a peaceful natural setting. As you explore this tranquil open-air habitat, keep an eye out for native butterflies and other pollinators that may flutter through along the way.

Zoo Map

🦋 Flutter by our Kids' Corner!

Create your own butterfly mask and let your imagination take flight.
Turn your yard or balcony into a wildlife haven—learn how to make your space a certified habitat for local critters.
Mini but Mighty: Discover the surprising power of bugs in our ecosystem and how you can be a hero for these tiny but mighty creatures.

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Plan Your Visit To

Franklin Park Zoo

Today at the Zoo

Zoo Hours: 9am - 5pm

Butterfly Hollow

🦋 Flutter by our Kids' Corner!

Boston Lights: A Lantern Experience