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Overview
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.
COVID-19 Procedures:
A number of enhanced operational protocols and procedures have been set in place, and it is highly recommended for guests to read through them at CZS.org/KnowBeforeYouGo prior to visiting Brookfield Zoo. -
Virtual Tour
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Map
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Amenities
- Attractions
- Dining
- Distances
- General
- Motorcoach/Group Tours
- Sports and Recreation
- COVID-19 Procedures
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Stroller Rental:
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- Food Type: American
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- Miles From O'Hare Airport: 15
- Miles From Midway Airport: 6
- Miles From DuPage Airport: 28
- Miles To Metra Station: 1
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- Map Code: H-15
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Hours of Operation
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Work with Motorcoach/Group Tours:
- 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.
- Minimum # of People for Group Tour: 20
- Maximum # of People for Group Tour: 2000
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Motorcoach Parking On-Site - Free:
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Forest/Nature Preserve:
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Mobile Payments Accepted:
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Personal Protection
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Meeting Facilities
Facility Info
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Exhibits Space
- Exhibits 30
- Largest Room 3000
- Total Sq. Ft. 48000
- Reception Capacity 350
- Theatre Capacity 300
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Available for Private Events
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Meeting/Banquet/Exhibit Space Available?
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Hard Wired Internet Access - Meeting Rooms
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Wireless Internet Access - Meeting Rooms
- Maximum # of Guests for Private Events 1000
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On-Site AV
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Provide On-Site Catering
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Satellite Broadcasting
- Conference Seating Capacity 250
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Banquet Space
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Exhibit Space
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Private Dining Space Available
- Total Exhibit Space Sq. Ft. 10000
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Video Conferencing
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Webcasting
- Banquet Capacity 1000
- Number of Rooms 15
- Classroom Capacity 200
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Exhibits Space
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Events
VIRTUAL: Bring the Zoo to You Live Chats
- Presented By: Brookfield Zoo
- Location: VIRTUAL
- Recurring every week day
Boo! at the Zoo
- Presented By: Brookfield Zoo
- Location: Brookfield Zoo
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Saturday until October 22, 2023
Dia de Los Muertos
- Location: Brookfield Zoo
- Dates vary between October 28, 2023 - October 29, 2023
Wines in the Wild
- Presented By: Brookfield Zoo
- Location: Brookfield Zoo Discovery Center
- November 4, 2023
Tree Trim
- Presented By: Brookfield Zoo
- Location: Brookfield Zoo
- Dates vary between November 11, 2023 - November 12, 2023
Brookfield Zoo Holiday Magic
- Presented By: Brookfield Zoo
- Location: Brookfield Zoo
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday until December 31, 2023