3300 Golf Road
Brookfield, IL 60513
(708) 688-8000 | Toll Free (800) GOT-OZOO
Fax (708) 485-2649 | E-mail Us

Open daily to inspire guests through extraordinary connections with animals, nature and each other. Brookfield Zoo features more than 216-acres and more than 4,000 animals. Exhibits will transport guests to all corners of the world to catch a glimpse of polar bears, giraffes, lions, kangaroos, zebras, grizzly bears, leopards, and so much more.

Note: Some map locations are approximate. Please call the venue at (708) 688-8000 for exact directions.

Transportation Distances

Miles To Metra Station	1
Miles From Midway Airport	6
Miles From DuPage Airport	28
Miles From Downtown Chicago	13
Miles From O'Hare Airport	15
Closest Metra Line	Metra Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway Line

Hours of Operation

Open Daily	Yes
Open Year Round	Yes
Open New Year's Day	Yes
Open Memorial Day	Yes
Open Easter	Yes
Open Independence Day	Yes
Open Labor Day	Yes
Open Thanksgiving Day	Yes
Open Christmas Eve	Yes
Open Christmas Day	Yes
Open New Year's Eve	Yes

For more information, visit our website or call us at (708) 688-8000

Amenities

General
Wireless Internet Access in Common Area	Yes
Family Restrooms	Yes
Gift Shop	Yes
Wheelchair Rental	Yes
Stroller Rental	Yes
On-Site Parking Available	Yes
Equal Accessibility	Yes
Discounts
Motorcoach Driver	Yes
Other Discount	Yes
Military	Yes
Other Discount Description	School Groups
Payments
Diners Club	Yes
Discover	Yes
JCB	Yes
MasterCard	Yes
Visa	Yes
Personal Check	Yes
American Express	Yes
Debit Card	Yes
Attractions
Garden/Nature Park	Yes
Historic	Yes
Zoo/Animals	Yes
Dining
Brunch Served	Yes
Lunch Served	Yes
Dinner Served	Yes
Alcohol	Yes
Catering	Yes
Children's Menu	Yes
Outdoor Dining	Yes
Reservations Required	Yes
Restaurant Type	Theme
Food Type	American
Motorcoach/Group Tours
Meet and Greet Programs	Yes
Group Check-In	Yes
Motorcoach Parking On-Site - Free	Yes
Work with Motorcoach/Group Tours	Yes
Minimum # of People for Group Tour	20
Maximum # of People for Group Tour	2000
Description of Motorcoach/Group Tour Availability	Brookfield Zoo provides one complimentary admission ticket for every 20 group tickets purchased. Motor coach operators receive complimentary bus parking, free admission for the bus driver, and $15 in food vouchers for the motor coach operator.
Sports and Recreation
Forest/Nature Preserve	Yes

Upcoming Events

Dates	Event Name & Description
12/1/18 - 12/23/18	Holiday Magic @ Brookfield Zoo Brookfield Zoo’s Holiday Magic, now in its 37th year, is Chicagoland’s longest-running lights festival which features more than one million twinkling lights, animated light displays and a video light ...Read on.
12/15/18 - 12/16/18	Brookfield Zoo’s Breakfast with Santa @ Brookfield Zoo Bring the whole family to Brookfield Zoo for a festive all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet in the Discovery Center. Santa and Mrs. Claus along with the zoo’s costumed characters will make an appearance f...Read on.
12/16/18 - 12/16/18	Brookfield Zoo's Brunch with Santa @ Brookfield Zoo Head to Brookfield Zoo and bring your appetite for a delectable all-you-can-eat holiday brunch at Bocaditos. Enjoy an appearance by Santa and Mrs. Claus and costumed characters, who will be available ...Read on.
12/31/18 - 12/31/18	Zoo Year’s Eve @ Brookfield Zoo This New Year’s Eve, Brookfield Zoo invites families and friends to ring in 2019 at the annual Zoo Year’s Eve Celebration. Zoogoers can delight in Chicago’s longest-running lights festival, as well as...Read on.

Facility Information

Exhibit Space	Yes
Number of Rooms	15
Banquet Seating	1000
Exhibit Spaces	30
Largest Room	3,000 sq. ft.
Total Area	48,000 sq. ft.
Ceiling Height	15 Feet
Receptions Area Capacity	350
Classroom Capacity	200
Theater Capacity	300
Wireless Internet Access - Meeting Rooms	Yes
Hard Wired Internet Access - Meeting Rooms	Yes
Banquet Space	Yes
Private Dining Space Available	Yes
Exhibit Space	Yes
Meeting/Banquet/Exhibit Space Available?	Yes
On-Site AV	Yes
Available for Private Events	Yes
Video Conferencing	Yes
Satellite Broadcasting	Yes
Webcasting	Yes
Provide On-Site Catering	Yes
Conference Seating Capacity	250
Maximum # of Guests for Private Events	1000
Total Exhibit Space Sq. Ft.	10,000 sq. ft.

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