How big is the Zoo? How long does it take to go through? What does it have?

The Zoo is forty (40) acres.The average length of stay is three (3) hours.The path through the Zoo is a bit over one mile long. The Zoo features over 160 different species of amazing animals!  See our Exhibits page for more information.

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Is everything outdoors?
No - the Australasia, Tropical America and Fabric of Africa areas all have indoor exhibits. We also have indoor concessions and gift shops.

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Do you rent strollers and wheelchairs?
Yes. The rental kiosk is located at the main entrance. All rentals require a cash deposit and are available on a first come, first served basis except where otherwise noted.

Please see our Amenities & Guest Services page for further information and pricing.

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Is there a First Aid station in the zoo?
Yes. First Aid is located in the Sophie Danforth building across from the Penguin Exhibit. Please refer to the Zoo Map for exact location.

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How do I submit request for Zoo passes to be donated for my organization?
Donation requests may be submitted online at http://rwpzoo.requestitem.com

Requests are reviewed and approved on a first-come first-serve basis.  We will only honor requests from the tri-state area (RI, CT & MA). We will donate only one time, per event, per organization, per year. Requests are limited to (2) admission passes for your event . These passes are only valid for general admission and cannot be used for Zoobilee, Jack – O – Lantern Spectacular or any other special event fundraiser.

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Are there food concessions and gift shops in the zoo?
There are two main food concessions - the Serengeti Cafe located near Africa's Jambo Junction, and the Wilderness Cafe, located in the upper Zoo. There is also the River Camp Sweet Shop in Jambo Junction, as well as mobile carts located throughout the zoo.

There are two gift shops - the smaller Masai Market located at Jambo Junction, and the larger Discover the Wild Gift Shop, located in the historic Menagerie building.

Please see our concessions page for more information and complete menus.

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Is outside food allowed in the Zoo?
Yes, the public is allowed to bring their own food into the Zoo, but are not allowed to feed the animals. Also, please note that the Zoo does not have any storage facilities/lockers, so lunches and other materials must be carried with you. Picnic tables are available.

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Are there lockers or storage facilities available?
There are no lockers or storage facilities of any kind available in the Zoo, so remember that whatever you bring you'll have to carry.

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Are there ATM machines in the zoo?
We now have two ATM’s in service on grounds for our visitor’s use. One is located in The Sweet Shop in Africa and the other is in the new addition at the Wilderness Café in the upper zoo.

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Is there a Petting Zoo?
No, there is not a petting zoo in Roger Williams Park Zoo. However, our Full Circle Farm exhibit does feature sheep, goats, cattle, pigs, chickens, rabbits and a Sicilian donkey. These animals are housed in enclosures that allow you to see, hear and smell them up close, and some allow you to reach through and touch the animals if they choose to remain near the fence.

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Are pets allowed in the Zoo?
No, only service animals such as seeing-eye and hearing-aid dogs are permitted in the zoo.

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Are skateboards, radios, etc. allowed in the zoo?
Skateboards, roller skates, roller blades and boom boxes are not allowed on zoo grounds.

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Is smoking permitted in the zoo?
For the comfort and health of all our visitors, as well as the animals that reside at the zoo, there is no smoking permitted anywhere on zoo grounds.

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Can I page my family, friends, classmates, etc.?
Only if it is an emergency.

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Can I host a party or other event at the zoo?
There's no better place to have a "wild" part than Roger Williams Park Zoo!  You can find out more about our many birthday party, corporate outing and other event options on our Book an Event page.

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How do I register for Education Programs such as Zoocamp, Preschool, and Zoomobiles?
A complete listing of all our programs, as well as easy and secure online regsitration, is available in the education section of this website.

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What are the other Park attractions?
To get information about other venues and attractions inside Roger Williams Park, visit the City of Providence’s website at  http://www.providenceri.com/government/parks/. There you will find links to information about the Botanical Center, The Museum of Natural History and Roger Williams Park Casino.

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