Since 1934, the Brookfield Zoo has enthralled while simultaneously teaching more than 2 million visitors annually.

The over 200-acre nature park houses over 2,000 animals and is equipped with a fully accredited arboretum.

As a world-renowned zoo, visitors can enjoy an eclectic array of wildlife highlighting various places around the globe; Australia House and Habitat Africa are two shining examples of this.

Visitors can do everything from watching dolphins in action to having hands-on experiences with red pandas, reindeer, and alpacas.

In addition to animal encounters, attractions such as face painting, carousel rides, and motor safaris add to the fun.

8400 31st Street, Brookfield, IL, Phone: 708-668-8000

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