Cape May County Park & Zoo
A county zoo with free admission, home to more than 550 animals including giraffes, lions, and red pandas. Its reputation far exceeds its size.
The zoo is located in the Cape May Court House area and covers about 34 hectares. It includes an African savanna exhibit, a reptile house, bird aviaries, and forest trails, and houses about 250 species. It consistently ranks among the top zoos in the United States on travel websites. Admission is free, though donations are welcome. The surrounding county park has picnic areas and a playground. It is about 20 kilometers from Cape May, a roughly 25-minute drive.
Opening hours
10:00–16:30 (extended in summer)
Nearby sights
- The Wetlands Institute
- Hereford Inlet Lighthouse
- Wildwood Boardwalk
- Morey's Piers & Beachfront Water Parks
- Wildwoods Doo Wop Motels
- Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum
- Historic Cold Spring Village
- Cape May Whale Watch