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Turtle Back Zoo

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"extra $2 to get the seed sticks to feed the birds..."(4 Tips)
"Really nice zoo with a wide variety of animals."(4 Tips)
"stingray touch tank and the bird feeding."(4 Tips)
"Great variety of animals and the food court"(2 Tips)

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Greg BattleJanuary 9, 2017
What a fun and novel take on a zoo. Modern, not like any zoo you've visited. Lots to do around the zoo also. Very well planned area.
Caroline GosselinJanuary 25, 2013
Pay the extra $2 to get the seed sticks to feed the birds... My son can't get enough of how cool that is! Great zoo all around. So much to do nearby: mini golf, zipline or lunch at Mcloons!
Jeff S.May 2, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Great staff and exhibits. They are NJ's #1 zoo. Just make sure to wear comfortable shoes because there are some paths with hills. Check out the touch tank.
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Anna RNovember 8, 2014
Went for Halloween... very family and kid focused. Had trick or treat stations in the zoo a great option instead of the mall. Especially if it is great weather. Be prepared this place gets packed.
EmilyJuly 15, 2016
A fantastic zoo! By far the cleanest I've been to. Great variety of animals and the food court was reasonably priced and decent!
Mullica ZudsiriJuly 15, 2019
Really nice zoo with a wide variety of animals. There’s quite the incline in some areas which can be difficult for walking.
Christopher LewisSeptember 2, 2015
This was a great zoo. Not too big, but not too small either. The animals were almost all visible and the park was very well kept. A lot of stuff to keep kids entertained.
Gene SuperMarch 25, 2017
Amazing place to take kids to. Not too big and not too small. Our 3 year old twins absolutely love the train the carousel and the giraffes.
marguerite cronrathAugust 29, 2015
It is so worth becoming members for the year. We visit several times in the year and even used it at another member zoo out if state. The zoo grounds are much improved and they will do the cafe soon.
Rory ParnessJune 16, 2014
Fun zoo that gets better every year. Visit the aviary to feed the birds and if it gets to hot out you can find cool refuge at the touch tank.
elaine keating-brownAugust 26, 2013
Had some great interactive activities such as the stingray touch tank and the bird feeding. However the leopards were pacing back and forth very stressed out as they had a tiny enclosure. Very sad.
Hector LozanoOctober 14, 2018
Very complete zoo. Nice and clean. Wasn't crowded when we visited, so it was comfortable to see all the animals.Free parking.
ToriJuly 24, 2011
Great zoo for young kids. Love the water sprays on the paths to keep cool. Zoo has steadily been making improvements over past few yrs---much better then it was even a few yrs ago! :)
Licinia KaliherDecember 30, 2012
This is a great zoo that is embedded in themes. Very easy walk around and has enough diverse animals.
Collin AbrahamJune 5, 2015
The entire atmosphere is that of a major cosmopolitan city, and right in our back yard. Kudos to the town and the county.
Cynthia NiAugust 29, 2021
Been here 5+ times
The gibbons and penguins are a must see!!
GraceJuly 15, 2012
St Cloud Deli is right across the street from the zoo (and a little to the right). Grab something to go or stop by and hop back to the zoo for more fun~ convenient and yummy :)
Carlos AraujoJanuary 12, 2020
Been here 10+ times
Great variety of wild animals, good location, fair ticket prices, big fun for the family.
Tee JimenezAugust 6, 2013
Awesome, can't wait to plan my next visit. Inexpensive, clean, & fun for all.
Matt SSeptember 13, 2013
Very nice and clean zoo! Friendly staff and lots of animals. Plus if your kids like trains they have one.
Jushean LeeMay 4, 2016
Lots of improvements and new cafe! Much nicer than previous! My sons and I love TBZ!!
Lina ArtistaApril 9, 2022
Very nice zoo. They take good care of the animals.
Will RossJune 13, 2015
The animals are well kept the train is pretty fun too the animals are so cute and there are so many of them
Deborah BirdAugust 16, 2017
We had a wonderful day at the zoo! The whole park was beautiful and very enjoyable. I highly recommend going!
David OlinskyAugust 4, 2013
If you live in the area, the membership is totally worth it.
Twinkle DenoyoAugust 6, 2017
it was very enjoyable to watch their reticulated python being fed as well as the giraffes running around.
Tobin MadathilAugust 2, 2014
Really good place for kids, and great value for money too...
Carlo D'CaprioDecember 1, 2015
Great Zoo. The Boat House next door is a great place for a bite to eat.
The Hub Murray HillSeptember 21, 2022
Murray Hill is centrally located in New Providence, within a 10-minute drive of the Mall at Short Hills and Reeves-Reed Arboretum. Read more
🦉 Abbie Slaman 🦉October 28, 2023
The train, the wonderful animals, informative docents!
MargaretJuly 29, 2015
The zoo is very manageable! The train and pony ride was a great hit.
Liz SedmakAugust 24, 2013
Great zoo for little kids. Come first thing when they open to avoid the worst of the crowds.
Kyle JonesAugust 19, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Buy a membership, and get in free all year long; includes access to special events.
Jonalyn PaduganaoSeptember 7, 2013
Its great for a family outing with young chindren & juniors.
Ellie CarhartFebruary 11, 2015
love the range of animals. very clean aswell!
Frank SteffichJuly 10, 2011
Great place to kill 3-4 hrs with your kids. Ride the train & the merry-go-round. Bring your own food, food there is $$$$.
Michael ConnorsJune 14, 2012
Great for a day trip with the kids. Playground, train, animals, and it's close! I love it.
Shannon SullivanApril 20, 2016
Been here 50+ times
Fun loving animals and amazing docents
Ian EverhartJune 14, 2015
LOL the cockroach exhibit has a miniature nuclear reactor plant!
Brian SutowAugust 9, 2014
Great zoo, fun time for people of all ages
Lena RossJune 13, 2015
Its fun to go to because the animals are awesome to look at
Dracaena WinesOctober 11, 2015
Fantastic place It has grown so much from when I was a kid
Westfield Inn HotelSeptember 21, 2022
take a New Jersey Transit train from the Westfield station into New York City- the possibilities are endless! Read more
Kevin McCannApril 13, 2014
Every once in a while, the zookeepers take the sloth out to hang on trees by the Tortoisry
nicole McdonoughNovember 3, 2015
It's so sad to see the things come and go I like the new changes and don't
Lizzie BordenMay 29, 2017
Nice zoo lots of walking and uphill.
Michael McAlearApril 10, 2014
Bring a lunch...great places to have a picnic.
Abu EgyptoSeptember 20, 2015
Make sure to pay $2 to feed the birds !!!!!
Melyssa M.April 28, 2013
Very nice zoo :) loved my day
Jeniffer SaavedraOctober 15, 2012
Been here 5+ times
The best zoo ever! Keep your eye open for info coming ZOON on the 50th year anniversary! :)

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