In a city filled with zoos, this is the big one! Top spots for kids are the Children's Zoo within the zoo, and Nature Trek, a kid-friendly version of the adult-size Tree Top Adventure here. And don't miss the Bug Carousel. Other must-sees are the Congo Gorilla Forest, Bird of Prey and Aquatic Birds, the African Plains, Baboon Reserve and World of Reptiles. Pay extra, and you can even go for a camel ride here!
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Round out your second day on a guided tour of Dyker Heights, Brooklyn to learn about the local traditions. Here, residents take the holidays very seriously, decking out their homes with over-the-top Christmas displays featuring thousands of lights, life-size toy soldiers, inflatable Santas, and more. Alternatively, the Bronx Zoo’s sparkling seasonal celebration features animated lights and LED displays of animals, including glowing giraffes, cheetahs, jaguars, and more.
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If you’ve got a hankering to reconnect with wildlife, check out this Bronx go-to, the biggest metropolitan zoo in North America. With more than 265-acres of animals and wildlife, you won’t be able to see everything in one day, so consider checking out the Himalayan Highlands and African Plains exhibits. Don't miss this year's Bronx Zoo Holiday Light show running until January 10 with more animal lanterns than ever before.
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