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John Ball Zoo

4.7
  • Zoos
  • Grand Rapids, MI

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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. 

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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 6:00 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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Sarah Krcatovich 
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7 years ago

Coming here every year for my sons birthday and I love it! 

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Rebekah Bierenga McDowell 
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7 years ago
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Amy Carrasco 
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7 years ago

It’s early in the season So there are a lot of exhibits that we’re not open. But we will definitely back. Definitely love our local zoo 

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Brandy Cunningham 
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7 years ago
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Angi Weber 
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Jennifer Guernsey 
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7 years ago
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Jessica Ferris 
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7 years ago

Best zoo I have ever been too! We had a great time with our 17 month old. Great animal exhibits, very clean, very friendly staff & we can tell they all take part in the care for all the animals. We left with the feeling that these animals are lucky to have them & they love it there. We will definitely be back😊 

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Alisha Forfinski 
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7 years ago

We had a great time at the zoo yesterday! The only thing is it is very easy to miss something because we didnt have a map. We took the trolley up and the lady up there didnt have any maps.... :/ we almost missed the high path if we didnt pull the map up on our phones! 

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Ashley May 
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7 years ago

The reason I go to John ball instead of binder park is because of the tigers. I loved being able to see them so up close. Even had a very nice worker chatting with us by the tigers and telling us their names and facts about them. Such a great experience. ��� 

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How is John Ball Zoo rated?

John Ball Zoo has a 4.7 star rating with 11,219 reviews. 

When is John Ball Zoo open?

John Ball Zoo is closed now. It will open at 9:00 a.m.