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Palm Beach Zoo at Dreher Park
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| Hours | Daily 9am-5pm | ||
| Address | 1301 Summit Blvd | ||
| Location | East of I-95 between Southern and Forest Hill Blvds | ||
| Phone | 561/547-WILD | ||
| Fax | 561/585-6085 | ||
| Web site | www.palmbeachzoo.org | ||
| Prices | Admission $13 adults, $10 seniors, $9 children 3-12 | ||
| Season | Closed Thanksgiving | ||
Frommer's Review
If you want animals, go to Lion Country Safari. Unlike big-city zoos, this intimate 23-acre attraction is more like a stroll in the park than an all-day excursion. It features about 500 animals representing more than 100 different species. The monkey exhibit and petting zoo are favorites with kids. Stroller and wagon rentals are available. The newest attraction is the Tropics of the Americas, a 3-acre jungle path and complex that immerses guests in the animals, plants, and culture of a New World rainforest. You'll encounter animals such as jaguars, monkeys, giant anteaters, tapirs, bats, birds, snakes, and more. A new Siamang Habitat opened in 2005; it is currently home to a pair of primates known to be the largest species of lesser apes in the world. There are two Malayan tigers at the zoo now -- there are only 47 in North America. In May 2007, lemur triplets were born here! Allow at least 2 hours to see all of the sights here.
Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.
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