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Boston offers some terrific spots for observing animals. All-day adventures at the zoo or a quiet afternoon spent at an Audubon wildlife sanctuary can be a wonderful respit from the daily grind. Be sure to check your local library for discount coupons and free passes!


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Boston Aquarium, Boston, $$$
The New England Aquarium in Boston (commonly called the Boston Aquarium to visitors and out of towners), features a unique central tank as the main attraction complete with small sharks, many varieties of fish and a huge sea turtle.

Franklin Park Zoo - Zoo New England, Boston, $$
Franklin Park Zoo is a 72-acre site, nestled in Boston’s historic Franklin Park. Long considered the “crown jewel” of Frederick Law Olmsted’s Emerald Necklace Park System, the Zoo opened in 1912. Located just four miles from downtown Boston, the AZA-accredited Franklin Park Zoo draws visitors from throughout New England and around the world.

New England Aquarium: Boston, Boston, $$$
The New England Aquarium in Boston features a unique central tank as the main attraction complete with small sharks, many varieties of fish and a huge sea turtle.

Animal Adventures, Bolton, $$
See exotic animals from around the world at Animal Adventures. Features 'hands on' interaction for the adventerous, or simply watch, learn & have fun! Now open to the public.

Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Natick, $
Nine miles of walking trails guide you through a variety of field, woodland, and wetland habitats. See beavers, otters, and wood ducks in the marsh.

Butterfly Garden at Museum of Science, Boston, $
The fluttering flight of four hundred colorful butterflies and the scent of flower blossoms will welcome visitors into an unforgettable, multi-sensory experience.

Butterfly Landing at Franklin Park Zoo, Boston, $$
It's Spring at Zoo New England as the Zoo welcomes back 1000 butterflies representing 40 North American species to beautiful Butterfly Landing.

Buttonwood Park Zoo, New Bedford, $
Nearly 200 species of animals are represented in the Buttonwood Park Zoo, ranging from tiny frogs to enormous elephants. Pony & Train Rides as well as a weekly music hour.

Capron Park & Zoo, Attleboro, $
The Capron Park Zoo is a great place to bring the entire family. This zoo is a small park with plenty of animals to see. The river otters offer plenty of entertainment with their tricks and performances that they seem to do endlessly!

Forest Park Zoo, Western Mass, $
The Forest Park Zoo in Springfield, MA, features exotic and indigenous animals representing a large variety of species found throughout the world and in North America.

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