With 2 adults and 2 kids over 2, we opted for the membership. Cost was approx. 250 with parking.(Dont forget to look for discounts online.). The price would include this zoo, queens, central park and another zoo. I forgot which other one. Membership is good for 1 year from purchase date. We only did not even half of the zoo. Our 2nd visit will more than pay for membership price. You can bring food and drinks. Price does not include the dinosaur tour but as a member u pay only $4-6 instead of like $14-$17. Also does not include the ziplining and tree bridge s they have. Still worth it. The place itself is clean and staff is pretty friendly. We watch the behind the scene shows of the zoo. AnD the big sea lion you hear making all the noise, his name is Clyde. Don't forget to like my review.