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John Ball Zoo

4.7
  • Zoos
  • Grand Rapids, MI

About this business

John Ball Zoo is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation committed to the advancement of public education on the need for wildlife conservation and preservation. John Ball Zoo has over 2,000 animals including lions, tigers, chimpanzees, and red pandas, indoor and outdoor exhibits, an aquarium, interactive experiences, and so much more. 

Location details

1300 Fulton Street West, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sat9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sun9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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Lora Anne 
recommend  Recommended
3 years ago

Be prepared for lots of walking 

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Darci Starks-VanValkenburg 
recommend  Recommended
3 years ago

Beautiful zoo!! Would highly recommend 

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Courtney Grabman 
recommend  Recommended
3 years ago

Always a good visit. A good atmosphere for families and for individuals who love animals. 

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Brianna Keegan 
recommend  Recommended
3 years ago

Absolutely LOVE this place! Beautifully built into the side of the hill and such a fun Zoo to experience with friends and family. We've been here a few times and it's our favorite. 

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Billy Wright 
recommend  Recommended
3 years ago

Fun fun fun hip hip hooray 

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Blacck Queen 
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3 years ago

Great experience with the family 

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Elizabeth M. Dunnuck 
recommend  Recommended
3 years ago

Took our 2 year old son. looks to see and do. Bring your walking shoes! 😄 

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Ramona Jewell 
recommend  Recommended
3 years ago

Great customer service! They take amazing care of the animals!! 

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Abbie Eckert 
recommend  Recommended
3 years ago

The reptile exhibits are always my favorite places to visit, the animals look like their well taken care of. The zoo itself is nice and clean and it offers a variety of different actives. Friendly workers who engage in conversation when spoken too, decent prices, and of course gorgeous animals 

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How is John Ball Zoo rated?

John Ball Zoo has a 4.7 star rating with 10,503 reviews. 

When is John Ball Zoo open?

John Ball Zoo is open now. It will close at 6:00 p.m.