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Utica Zoo

99 Steele Hill Road, Utica, NY 13501
315-738-0472
Ranked #7 of 7 attractions in Utica
3.5 of 5 stars 23 Reviews
Type: Zoos
Description: Opened in 1916, the Utica Zoo covers 35 developed acres (of a total 200-acre parcel) and is home to over 200 animals
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Rome, New York
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26 reviews 26 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

not alot of the animals were out and the kids got bored More

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Stallings, North Carolina
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012
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I felt bad for the animals. Such small quarters. My children were shocked and confused that this was a Zoo. More

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New Hartford, New York
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

When our grandkids are visiting they love to go to the Utica Zoo. On one visit the white peacock followed us around for the whole time. It was great. The new play ground is super fun. More

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Clinton, New York
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2012

Clean and yes they have lions...including a 1 yr old cub. More

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Utica, New York, United States
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2012

small zoo but worth going. nice wilderness trail. laid out great, on a hill top, good views. More

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clayville
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2012

The Utica Zoo has come a long way. The have new walking trails with things to see along the way, was an excellent short walk. I was very happy with the overall appearance of the zoo. The variety of the exhibits was good and interesting. The health of the animals was also excellent. I know that the lack off funding... More

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Hoffmeister, New York, United States
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2012

The zoo itself is kind of beaten up, and the animals don't look terribly happy. More

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New Hartford, New York
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2012

The zoo is nestled up in the hills atop the parkway so there are some spectacular views of the city from up there. The animal exhibits are varied and have cute & educational shows about the various animals which are fun for kids. There are trails in the woods with displays of animals in a natural habitat as well as... More

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Little Falls, New York, United States
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56 reviews 56 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2012

One of the oldest ongoing establishments in Utica, and a must for all to see! More

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Albany
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2012

Zoo is extremely small. Takes maybe a half hour or so to walk through. Also, don't visit the zoo in the off season; there are virtually no animals there. More

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