A Surprisingly Awesome Boston-Area Animal Adventure! 🦘🦒

Southwick's Zoo I'll admit—I was skeptical at first ("Another zoo? Really?"). But Southwick's Zoo completely blew me away! Right at the entrance you're greeted by hopping kangaroos—and the fun never stops! 🎟️ Tickets: $40 online (includes Sky Ride + Train) ⚠️ Important Notes: ✔️ Bring water (bottles cost $4 inside) ✔️ No large bags allowed ✔️ Re-entry permitted with wristband/stamp ✔️ We left for lunch at Hide-A-Way Pizza (7min drive)—their honey mustard chicken fingers are MASSIVE and perfectly crispy! 🐐 Petting Zoo Highlight: The absolute BEST part! So many adorable goats to pet (they might jump on you or nibble your hair—yes, my knees got climbed!). No need to buy feed—just enjoy the cuddles! 🦌 Deer Feeding: Purchase corn from the coin machines ($0.25/ handful). These guys are super skittish—they'll back away if you move too fast! 🐯 Other Cool Stuff: • Rare white tigers • Sky Ride (chill aerial views) • Train Ride (skip unless you're desperate—it's just 15min of watching geese 🥱) #ZooDay #BostonWeekend #NewEnglandTravel #FamilyFun #AnimalEncounters #PettingZoo #Massachusetts #RhodeIsland #Connecticut