Franklin Park Zoo Address, Map and Directions

Franklin Park Zoo is not the largest or the best zoo of the world, but it certainly offers as a great place for having a fun day with the kids. As a 72-acre zoo located not far from downtown Boston, it's now operated by Zoo New England and will get better with public support. If you want a relaxed weekend and avoid long-time planning, Franklin Park Zoo is where you should head to.

Where is Franklin Park Zoo located? It's located in the northeast of Franklin Park, Boston's biggest park with a 527-acre parkland. The park was formed as the last component of Boston's famed Emerald Necklace, and it still plays an important role in one's Boston life. Partially wooded, Franklin Park also features picnic areas and stone bridges. The Franklin Park Zoo inside the parkland also becomes a draw.

With some distance from downtown Boston, Franklin Park Zoo keeps more than 220 species of animals and also includes many exhibit areas within a 72-acre scope. The accurate address of Franklin Park Zoo is One Franklin Park Road in Boston, MA 02121 and you can call 617-541-LION (5466) if more information is needed.

Plan Your Visit to Franklin Park Zoo

http://www.zoonewengland.org/Page.aspx?pid=233

Franklin Park (Boston)

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Franklin_Park,_Boston

When it comes to getting to Franklin Park Zoo, it is quite accessible by public transportation or self-driving.

1. There are several bus lines by MBTA that will take you to Franklin Park Zoo. You can take the Red Line to Andrew Station. Bus Number 16 will take you to the zoo. The Orange Line (or Commuter Rail) can also take you to the destination. You can stop at Forest Hills Station with a change to Bust Number 16, or at Ruggles Station with a change to Bus Number 22, 28, 29, 44 or 45 to the Franklin Park Zoo. For accurate bus schedules or rates, you can browse their website:

Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority

http://www.mbta.com/

2. For self-driving, there are detailed directions that you may find helpful. And the parking facility for Franklin Park Zoo is always free.

For people coming from Storrow Drive/Route 9 - You can take Route 1 South to Route 203 East. Then follow the signs to reach the zoo.

For people coming from Route 128 North/South - Exit 15A to Route 1A. Then take the VFW Parkways, and turn left on Centre Street. Take 203 East to the Arborway. After passing the Arnold Arboretum, keep left and then follow sign to the zoo.

For people coming from the North/South - Go along Interstate 93 South/North to Exit 15. Make a right at the end of the ramp. Choose the correct direction onto Columbia Road. Turn left at the third light and go straight across Blue Hill Avenue. You will then find the zoo on your right.

If you need more detailed route planning, you can contact the zoo or get directions at iTouchMap.com:

Get Driving Directions to Franklin Park Zoo, MA

http://www.itouchmap.com/?st=l1b&m=y&ml=42.30444&mg=-71.0875&p=Franklin%20Park%20Zoo,%20MA

And there are many maps of Franklin Park Zoo online:

Map of Franklin Park Zoo

http://www.hopstop.com/Franklin_Park_Zoo-attractions-Boston-80786767-l.html

Franklin Park Zoo at Google Map

http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&q=franklin+park+zoo&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=N&tab=wl