Cosley Zoo
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Colsey Zoo is a perfect way for adults and kids to experience animals and nature in a fun, safe and educational way! It’s a great way to get kids outdoor! 📍1356 N. Gary Ave. Wheaton, IL 60187 Costs: NR- $10 for adults (18+) Kids are FREE (17 & under) Wheaton Residents are FREE Summer Hours: 9am-5pm (daily) ✨This zoo houses over 200 animals within 20 exhibits ✨Fun train car full of animal educational facts ✨You can rent out the zoo for an event (such as birthday parties) ✨Small café with beverage and small bit options So glad we checked this off our summer bucket list! #familyfriendly #familyfun #thelittlethings #summerwithkids #momhacks #outdooractivities #kidapproved #zoo #fundayinthezoo #educationalfun
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📍Colsey Zoo. Awesome little zoo in Wheaton, IL. Plenty of fun for the kiddos and not too overwhelming for the adults. We had an awesome playdate. #fup #fyp #fypage #ColseyZoo #WheatonIL #Wheaton #ChicagoFun #toddler #explore #Illinois #ExploreIllinois #ChicagoSuburbs #toddlersoftiktok #toddlermom
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MollyMolly
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Perfect little zoo for littles! So glad I discovered this gem of a zoo after having my second child with a toddler to entertain. Even though we live in Naperville it’s worth the trek because my toddler is obsessed with farm animals and it’s a very manageable outing with an infant and toddler. It’s a very manageable size for an hour or two visit (my son wanted to see each animal 3x!). Best of all, everything is pretty well fenced in and safe so it’s easy to keep a toddler in sight. There’s not really much place to run off. Some might say it’s a little small but I felt this was an advantage compared to a large more traditional zoo especially for toddlers. You’re not going to see large exotic animals but my son is more into farm animals anyway. There’s an iconic looking red barn and windmill that he got so excited about! The zoo has farm animals, birds, ducks, etc. and you can get right up close which is great for little kids. We visited in the spring and there were baby lambs and baby cows. So cute! The grounds are nice and pleasant to walk around or have a little snack or lunch. There are plenty of picnic tables. Hasn’t been too crowded during the week when we’ve gone. We will definitely be going back regularly!
Erin GuarascioErin Guarascio
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Cosley Zoo is a great place to spend an hour or so enjoying the outdoors and the company of friendly animals! There is an opportunity to feed the ducks at the duck pond and there are sheep and donkeys, cows and goats in the farmyard. Admission is free for children and $9 for adults and they have senior rates as well. At this point in 2021 they still have timed tickets, so order yours online ahead of time. The donkey and the cow came up to the fence and wanted to be petted by the visitors! There are some big black pigs and some chickens that are entertaining to watch and listen to the noises that they make. There are a lot of birds as well as rabbits, a bobcat, coyotes, turkey vultures and deer. Many of the animals that come to the Cosley Zoo are ones that were injured or did not have parents and needed to be rehabilitated and we're not fit to go back in the wild. Visiting the Cosley Zoo is a great way to find out about local animals and how they play a role in our world and in the environment. You can enjoy ice cream, hot dogs, mac and cheese, PBJ, and pizza at the concession stand. They offer reasonable cost annual membership ~ only $39 for one adult and $59 for two adults.
Kathleen DudaKathleen Duda
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Northside Park
Lincoln Marsh
Fringe Salon Experience
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Nearby Restaurants Of Cosley Zoo
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Basic Info
Address
1356 N Gary Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
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Phone
(630) 665-5534
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Website
cosleyzoo.org
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outdoor
family friendly
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Description
Cosley Zoo is an AZA-accredited zoo located in Wheaton, Illinois. It is a facility of the Wheaton Park District and open year-round. The zoo, which is situated on 5 acres of land, is built on the site of a historic train station and consists of domestic animals, as well as wildlife that is native to Illinois.
attractions: Northside Park, Lincoln Marsh, Fringe Salon Experience, W.W. Stevens Park, restaurants: Rosie O Reilly's, Sully's Place, Activitea & Coffee

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