John Ball Zoo's cover image
Claimed

This profile has been claimed by the business owner or representative.

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

Get directions
WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Tue10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Wed10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Thu10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Fri10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sat10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sun10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
4.710,808 reviews
Select a rating
Emily Ann Barefoot's profile image
Emily Ann Barefoot 
recommend  Recommended
7 years ago

I adore this zoo and the kids I nanny for also love it soooooo much!!! 

Jennifer James Webb's profile image
Jennifer James Webb 
recommend  Recommended
7 years ago
Keyna Spegel Ancic's profile image
Keyna Spegel Ancic 
recommend  Recommended
7 years ago

We had so much fun! Love this zoo! Everything was clean, and fun! 

René Amann's profile image
René Amann 
recommend  Recommended
7 years ago
Samantha Pratt's profile image
Samantha Pratt 
recommend  Recommended
7 years ago
Cynthia Ann Winterstein's profile image
Cynthia Ann Winterstein 
recommend  Recommended
7 years ago

We love this zoo, priced right, friendly staff. Only thing is in this chilly weather, to many animals are missing...can't wait to go back in warmer weather, we were there yesterday. My grandkids had so much fun. We will be back as always. 

Lindsay Ledesma's profile image
Lindsay Ledesma 
recommend  Recommended
7 years ago
Julie Niewiadomski Novitsky's profile image
Julie Niewiadomski Novitsky 
recommend  Recommended
7 years ago

My most favorite place ever! That's why I am there so much! The animals are very well cared for and the staff is very friendly! 

Meghan Colgan's profile image
Meghan Colgan 
recommend  Recommended
8 years ago

Looking for something to do around the Grand Rapids area we opted for the zoo and what a great choice!! As an animal enthusiast, this zoo is packed with different kinds of animals is a very beautiful spacious location along with a super friendly staff. I would definitely recommend this to any one visiting the area! 

Frequently asked questions about John Ball Zoo

How is John Ball Zoo rated?

John Ball Zoo has a 4.7 star rating with 10,808 reviews. 

When is John Ball Zoo open?

John Ball Zoo is open now. It will close at 4:00 p.m.