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Lincoln Park Zoo is one of North America's oldest zoological parks, originally founded in 1868 following significant animal donations to Chicago's Lincoln Park from major urban parks and zoos across the country, including New York City's Central Park and the Philadelphia Zoo. Today, the park is one of the United States' few remaining free-admission zoos, home to more than 1,100 animals across 200 species. The zoo, which is an accredited Association of Zoos and Aquariums member facility, spans 35 acres throughout Lincoln Park and showcases animals across a variety of natural habitat exhibits, including the Kovler Lion House, the McCormick Bird House, and the Helen Branch Primate House. A children's zoo area is also offered, along with rainforest, aviary, and aquatic life exhibits. Parking is free for the first half-hour of zoo lot use, with free street parking offered nearby.

2001 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614, Phone: 312-742-2000

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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