Zoos

336 Sugar Road, Bolton, MA 01740 978-779-8988

Animal Adventures is a family-owned, family-friendly educational experience famous for interactive live animal presentations at schools & events around New England. Animal Adventures is dedicated to teaching about the world's diverse animal life. Behind the scenes zoo & rescue facility in Bolton is open year round, providing hands-on tours appropriate for all ages. Easy to find off Route 495 (exit 27) Tuesday thru Saturday 10-5 and Sunday 12-5 (7 days/week during summer & school vacations).

145 Redstone Hill Rd, Sterling, MA 01564 978-422-6666

Davis Farmland is a seven generation family farm and is "home" to the largest sanctuary of endangered livestock in North America. Davis Farmland features developmentally appropriate play and learning for children ages 1-8. Children can enjoy pony rides, Safari Hayrides, or take part in daily and weekend events. This summer cool off in Adventure Play and Spray, New England's largest Water Spray-Ground. In the fall, visit the orchard and pick apples fresh from the trees! When visiting, adults must be accompanied by a child 12 years or younger. Hours and admission change with each season, please call ahead weather permitting. Across the street, Davis MEGA MAZE is the world's most complex cornfield adventure maze. This 3-D twister will turn you inside out, stir your senses and blow your mind. Three miles of winding pathways will put your navigational skills to the test. Once inside, you and your friends can explore the interactive fun areas. This maze features a new design and theme each year. It's the most fun you'll ever have getting lost. Please call ahead for opening date, hours, and admission rates, open weather permitting.

2 Southwick St, Mendon, MA 01756 800-258-9182

Spend the day viewing the most diverse zoological collection, interactive exhibits, and endangered animals in naturalistic habitats at New England's Largest Zoo. Get up close and personal in the walk-thru deer forest, petting zoo, and parakeet landing.

Have a picnic under the shady canopy of New England Oaks, ride the Woodland Express Train, or enjoy an up lifting experience on the Safari sky ride. Kiddie rides, shows, gift shops, and great food venues abound throughout the park. Southwick's is a family fun filled day for all ages, and perfect venue for your special occasion, event, or corporate outing.

The Purple Peacock Gift Shop @ Southwick's Zoo  features unusual gifts from around the world - see their listing under gift shops.