Things to do

The Prospect Park Zoo is a 12-acre zoo located along Flatbush Avenue on the eastern edge of Prospect Park, part of the Park’s Children’s Corner. Opened in 1935, this zoo cares for more than 400 animals, including sea lions, baboons, and their famous red pandas. Admission is only $8 for adults and $5 for kids, but the zoo is part of the Wildlife Conservation Society, so membership includes admission to the Bronx Zoo, Central Park Zoo, Queens Zoo, and the New York Aquarium at Coney Island. This is a great place for kids and a worth a visit after our Prospect Park Tours.

450 Flatbush Ave // Zoo & Outdoor Activities // More info

Located in the Park’s southeast corner, Lakeside BKLYN offers year-round activities, dining, and special events, including roller and ice skating, boating, biking, and a summertime splash pad for kids. This is a perfect place to go after our Prospect Park tours, which end at Lakeside’s home, the award-winning LeFrak Center at Prospect Park. Also visit Lakeside’s Bluestone café, featuring a distinctive menu with a range of dining options, sandwiches and desserts, Brooklyn Brewery beers, and an array of wines.

171 East Drive, Brooklyn // Recreation Center and cafe // More Info