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John Ball Zoo
- 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| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Sun | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. |
RecommendedMy husband and I came here when we visited Grand Rapids this weekend!! This was a smaller zoo then we where use to because we usually go to Detroit zoo but I loved how it had hiking trails and there was so much nature around!! I did feel that the lion and tiger should have had a companion and the otter water was green and dirty! Some of the exhibits where not open we did go on a Monday and September 19th! Over all I was very impressed
Fantastic day at the zoo! Beautiful grounds, very clean, helpful employees!
I was a student in the last class at Zoo School in the old trailer. I loved the zoo then. I've visited a couple times since then, but not in several years. Took my 4 kids (ages 10-17) yesterday. I even got a family membership. I am so impressed with the changes they've made! The animal enclosures are getting more natural every year. Things are so much more interactive and informative. My kids got to watch a Grizzly Bear rip apart and eat a pineapple. We saw a tiger wandering along the trail to its river area. And we got vide... read more
It was awesome !!!Great date!!! We had a really good time. We needed the time ❤. Thank you!!!
Love how close you can get the animals! Small yes but, a wonderful place to visit! Penguins were amazing! Seeing a lion so close up! So many unique ways to veiw the animals from up high to down low! Many different varieties of animals to see! For sure coming back soon!!
Frequently asked questions about John Ball Zoo
How is John Ball Zoo rated?
John Ball Zoo has a 4.7 star rating with 10,504 reviews.
When is John Ball Zoo open?
John Ball Zoo is closed now. It will open at 9:00 a.m.