Rosamond Gifford Zoo

The Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park is one of Central New York's premier attractions. With more than 700 animals, this 43-acre park is home to a wide variety of animals, including Asian elephants, Amur tigers, Humboldt penguins and African lion. The zoo is open year round.

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  • Phone

    (315) 435-8511

  • Website

    rosamondgiffordzoo.org

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  • Type

    Zoo

Address

1 Conservation Place (at S Wilbur Ave) Syracuse , NY 13204 United States

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Emily Turgeon

The animals were very active! I love that they have all the classics plus a lot of species you're not used to finding in a zoo . The indoor part is very extensive which is great for rainy days!

Thomas Tucker

The giant octopus is only a baby and it is in a household size fish tank so if u thought u may see one that attacks ships on the great sea u will be disappointed

VisitSyracuse

Home to more than 700 animals, the zoo offers year-round fun for children & adults. Winter is a great time to visit - animals are very active in the snow & 70% of the exhibits are indoors. Read more

Dave Silverstone

A really impressive zoo for such a small city ! Don't rule it out in those long Syracuse winters, either - it's less crowded , the animals are active and easy to spot, and there's tons inside, too!

VisitSyracuse

The zoo is home to more than 700 animals and offers year round fun for people of all ages. Most exhibits are indoors, making this a great visit in the winter. Say hello to the new patas monkeys !

Ashley Stark

The Penguins were fun! Great variety of exhibits . The cafe provided a semi private space to nurse if you need.

Jim Walter

I disagree with the previous tip. This is one of the best medium sized zoos I've ever been to. The animals have nice enclosures , the penguin and elephant exhibits are great. I highly recommend it.

Mary Lee Gilmartin

We had a great time. Because of the rain and cooler weather, the animals were much more active

Ben Peterman

Boo at the zoo was very well organized take your kids it's worth the effort

Sterling Talob Waters

Wonderful staff , a great place for a family outing !

Todd Kilburn

Great place! Kids had a blast.. Because of the heat, the outdoor animals were in full effect!

rebecca

head in early (right at 10am) if you have little kids. we pack a snack and drinks and stop by the foxes for a break. depending on the weather we may not even go inside. in the winter is great, also! Read more

Amanda Gaines

Lots of animals to see! Currently under construction , though, so there's a lot of dirt and not quite as many exhibits outside.

Sunny

A great little zoo with a new elephant exhibit , super friendly penguins , and adorable baby tigers :)

Steve Friedman

Don't go on a Tuesday , too many schools and kids in the morning, other than that.... great zoo !!!

Chris Peters

Get the chicken salad sandwich and split between you and a friend. They are huge!

Ashlee Powers

Visit with Ophelia the Octopus !!! She's pretty awesome!

Syracuse University

The Rosamond Gifford Zoo, located on 43 acres, is home to nearly 1000 animals, including Asian elephants, Humboldt penguins , Amur tigers & African lions! Read more

Jules

See the awesome color/shape/texture changing octopus !

Alita

$2 admission in the winter. In summer, get here before it opens, and pack a lunch .

Alyssa

Check out the Facebook page for updates on new zoo babies!

Michael Sgro

One of my favorite community treasures! Support!

Peter LaPage

Great place for a family outing ,

Nicole Amerman

Inside the monkey enclosure and the reptile area is very very hot...

Lorrell Walter

Check out www.rosamondgiffordzoo.org/tigers for a LIVE view of the tiger cubs which are not yet on exhibit !

Lorrell Walter

Primate Park and the new patas monkey exhibit are open, giving people even more to see at the zoo !

Diane Kim

Bring your own hand Sanitizer BC none of the dispensers are full! ^^

SaraCuse

Check out the Penguin exhibit ! The new chicks are available to see!

Raymond Kyle-Ducharme

Awesome event

Eddie Wilmot

Animals and fun

Rounded

Check out the Asian Elephant Exhibit !

James Baleno

Brew at the Zoo . Friday 8/6 5-9pm Read more

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The movie theater on the top floor is surprisingly comfortable and clean, the food court is decent and has an Arcade right in there, there two retro video game stores... whats NOT to like? - Jonathan Richards

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The key lime pie is sublime! - Andrea Wiggins