One Of The Largest Zoos In The U.S. Is In Massachusetts, And It’s Magical
Zoos are always a great place to take the kids for a family-friendly day out. Those of us who have been to Southwick’s Zoo in Massachusetts know what a magical place it is to view a wide variety of animals. Plus, it offers so much more to visitors! As one of the larger zoos in the country, you can easily spend an entire day here exploring.
Located in Mendon, not to0 far from the Massachusetts/Rhode Island state line, Southwick's Zoo is one of the best places in New England to take the entire family.
This large zoo offers visitors a chance to see over 850 exotic animals of over 150 species from around the globe. There are also several wonderful areas to explore including a walk-thru aviary, a petting zoo, and a Rainforest Adventure Maze!
You'll see some incredible animals from an African lion to a Bactrian camel, capybara, ring-tailed lemurs, a variety of reptiles, insects, and a whole lot more.
Visitors can also enjoy presentations from some of the zookeepers as well as attractions like the zip-line adventure, the Skyfari Sky Ride, and the Woodland Express Train.
With all the walking and exploring you'll do at Southwick's, stop at
Galliford's Restaurant & Tavern. This zoo restaurant not only offers delicious cuisine but also views of the zoo!
Have you visited Southwick’s Zoo in Massachusetts? What is your favorite family-friendly place in the Bay State? Tell us in the comments! To learn more about Southwick’s Zoo, visit the official website and follow its Facebook page.
She's an east coast girl living in a west coast world. Melissa has worked in the entertainment industry for much of her adult life and loves photography, writing, and traveling around the U.S. and to far-flung locations around the world.
