ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park, Hershey: Address, Phone Number, ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park Reviews: 4/5
ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park
ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park
4
About
A small zoo in Hershey Park featuring animals native to North America.
Features animals
Learn more about animal welfare in tourismSuggest edits to improve what we show.
Improve this listingTop ways to experience similar attractions
The area
Address
Best nearby
Restaurants
115 within 5 kms
Phillip Arthur's Cafe
545
0.4 km$ • Dessert • American • Pizza
Fenicci's of Hershey
3,049
0.4 km$$ - $$$ • Italian • American • Pizza
The Chocolate Avenue Grill
1,697
0.4 km$$ - $$$ • American • Contemporary • Vegetarian Friendly
Devon Seafood + Steak
1,230
0.2 km$$$$ • Steakhouse • Bar • Seafood
Houlihan's
1,014
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Vegetarian Friendly
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant
122
0.4 km$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Pub
Au Bon Lieu
154
0.4 km$ • Dessert • French • Cafe
Parkside Hotel
118
0.3 km$ • American • Bar • Pub
The Pantry Cafe
108
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • American • Cafe • Vegetarian Friendly
Duck Donuts Hershey
107
0.6 km$ • Bakeries • American • Fast food
Attractions
35 within 10 kms
The Hershey Story Museum
1,774
0.3 kmSpeciality Museums
Hershey Theatre
337
0.4 kmTheatres
Hershey's Chocolate World
374
0.7 kmSpeciality Museums
Hershey Gardens
1,404
1.1 kmGardens
Tanger Outlets Hershey
227
0.8 kmFactory Outlets
Troegs Brewing Company
617
1.3 kmBreweries
Hershey History Center
28
0.7 kmHistory Museums
Hersheypark
7,552
0.8 kmAmusement & Theme Parks
Art On Derry
4
0.8 kmArt Galleries
AACA Museum, Inc.
821
3.4 kmSpeciality Museums
Contribute
Popular mentions
4.0
1,134 reviews
Excellent
357
Very good
405
Average
254
Poor
79
Terrible
39
Katy
11 contributions
Sep 2021 • Family
We go to the Zoo almost every time we go to Hershey Park. We love seeing all the animals. It's a lot of fun. The staff are always friendly and knowledgeable about the animals
Written 22 December 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Dean_Amy-2004
Gettysburg, PA5,494 contributions
Nov 2021 • Family
The zoo visit is free as park of your Hersheypark ticket - note, their hours differ from the park, so be sure to check ahead of time if you want to visit.
Your views of zoos overall will drive your experience here. From a variety and education standpoint, there is a fairly large variety in species for the size of the zoo and gives someone the opportunity to see and learn about animals from something other than a screen. From a habitat perspective, most of the enclosures are pretty small; the zoo overall doesn’t have a tremendous amount of space. I think they have done the best they could with what they have to work with.
Your views of zoos overall will drive your experience here. From a variety and education standpoint, there is a fairly large variety in species for the size of the zoo and gives someone the opportunity to see and learn about animals from something other than a screen. From a habitat perspective, most of the enclosures are pretty small; the zoo overall doesn’t have a tremendous amount of space. I think they have done the best they could with what they have to work with.
Written 29 November 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Mary J
8 contributions
Nov 2021 • Family
Cute zoo, staff was very friendly and informative. We saw a lot of different animals and had a great experience. Highly recommend checking out if you are in the Hershey area.
Written 26 November 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Corine S
1 contribution
Oct 2021
The animals enclosures are extremely small, with very little additions to make them look like « home ». Several animals truly broke my heart. The ocelot is in such a small area…and sits there, staring into space while people are walking by and looking at him through the glass. His cage is maybe 20 feet long, with a few fake stones to sit on, in total darkness.
The black footed ferret is alone and his fur is in poor condition, he has almost nowhere to hide, no enrichment, no toys or anything to keep him interested.
The alligator is sitting in a very small pool of water and has no room either.
Owls, bald eagles, and other birds have enclosure with rusty fencing, and would be unable to truly fly if they tried.
It is a very depressing place, and I came out feeling extremely sad for the animals. Their entire life spent trapped, unable to truly live and know happiness.
Dreadful.
The black footed ferret is alone and his fur is in poor condition, he has almost nowhere to hide, no enrichment, no toys or anything to keep him interested.
The alligator is sitting in a very small pool of water and has no room either.
Owls, bald eagles, and other birds have enclosure with rusty fencing, and would be unable to truly fly if they tried.
It is a very depressing place, and I came out feeling extremely sad for the animals. Their entire life spent trapped, unable to truly live and know happiness.
Dreadful.
Written 25 October 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
maggieriegner116
Pittsburgh, PA52 contributions
Aug 2021 • Family
Nice little zoo add on for Hershey park. Actually got to see the animals (they weren’t hiding) and a nice variety of birds and cats.
Written 25 August 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Deborah T
Maryland234 contributions
Aug 2021
The zoo has very small enclosures for the animals. The information the provide is excellent. The suggested route is easily accessible even to those with mobility issues (myself).
Written 24 August 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Dianna M
South Amboy, NJ917 contributions
Aug 2021
We recently visited Hershey park for a 2 day package. We were able to see the zoo from inside the park. Small ,but great for small kids and families. A little bit of hot ,so some of the animals were hiding to avoid the heat. Grandson Myles who is 5 Yrs old loved it. Definitely would recommend
Written 15 August 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
pretblueye
Egg Harbor Township, NJ2,368 contributions
Aug 2021
My favorite part was everything! Not knowing what to expect as I have never been here before the first thing you should know that if you have a purse, back pack or any type of bag, the search thru it. For seniors it is $11 a piece. The way the zoo is designed it makes for a relaxing and comfortable You get to see so many animals from Northland America. it takes about an hour to do, maybe longer if you want to linger longer.
Written 11 August 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Kelly F
4 contributions
Aug 2021
Small but well maintained AZA Zoo. Friendly staff. Interesting exhibits. Easy to follow paths, Our son enjoyed very much.
Written 6 August 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
MariaAbb1
7 contributions
Jul 2021
Nice place to take a break from the amusement park. Lots of animals and shady places to sit and enjoy the wild life
Written 3 August 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
What is the cost for zoo and museum
Kayla G
Uniontown, PA117 contributions
It is free with your Hershey park admission. I am not sure if they sell separate admission.
Sarah C
Crimora62 contributions
Is there a place to eat a picnic lunch that we bring in?
Collie
Munich, Germany510 contributions
yes there is an area where you can eat a picnic lunch with tables. I t is a small zoo perfect for little ones and easy to get around. there are a couple of indoor areas and the rest is outdoors.
spence3787
troy mi1,079 contributions
Is it realistic to do both the Park and Zoo the same day in July - we'll have two 5 year olds
Justin W
York, PA4,402 contributions
Most people do the zoo the same day as the park because it's included with admission. It's a small zoo that takes an hour or so to complete.
M B
Pennsylvania74 contributions
If you just want to visit the Zoo, do you still have to pay to get into Hershey Park as well?
HersheyResorts
pa2 contributions
ZooAmerica offers a off street entry and admission pricing for guests wishing to visit our 11 Acre North American Zoo.
Free parking is available at ZooAmerica. In the event our regular parking area becomes full, please use the Parking Garage at The Hershey Press Building which is also free.
ZooAmerica Parking Lot GPS Address:
201 Park Avenue
Hershey PA, 17033
The Hershey Press Building Parking Garage GPS Address:
27 West Chocolate Ave
Hershey PA, 17033
Mister B
Woodstock, NY36 contributions
How much time should we allow to see this zoo? Is it an easy walk?
We both use a cane (sometimes) and the small zoo is appealing.
HersheyResorts
pa2 contributions
Dear Mister B,
ZooAmerica is an 11 acre North American Wildlife Zoo. We recommend allowing at least an hour to enjoy all of the exhibits. The zoo is completely accessible, however there are hills. We have resting areas and benches throughout the zoo.
Thank you for your interest in visiting us at ZooAmerica and we hope to see you soon.
General Manager, Hersheypark
Is the zoo out doors? Or in doors? I see a lot of people who visited during the winter, we have 2 small children 9months and 2yrs old as well as 3 older children. Would we need to come bundled up in hats scarves mittens...or is some of it enclosed?
wandan585
Rochester, NY81 contributions
Like all zoos it has indoor and outdoor animal enclosures.
Good morning got one question if the park is closed where you park to go to just the zoo look at all things about parking and just seen the big are at the beginning of the park thank you for your time have a HERSHEY PARK HAPPY DAY.
Justin W
York, PA4,402 contributions
The parking lot for the zoo is on route 743. If leaving the park turn right and go to the light beside Lighting Racer. If you pass the Red Robin you've gone to far. Go down that road until you see the sign for the parking lot, if you pass the old factory site you've gone to far.
gjgloria
Fulton, MO65 contributions
how much does it cost to go too the zoo in Hershey penn. how may I get coupons. thank you
crazylifeofsix
Lebanon, PA57 contributions
Also if you get season pass its free on your visits but get the season passes early for ok discounts...also it's a nice small zoo not much animals so it only takes like an hour to see the zoo so spend the whole day at the park so you can do everything and its totally worth it in the summer months only!