The Palm Beach Zoo and Conservation Society announced Wednesday their reopening date. The Zoo is opening to the general public today, Friday, June 5th after being temporality closed.
The Zoo opened first to its members on Monday, June 1st and today the zoo will be open to everyone from 9 am to 5 pm. According to the news release, the zoo will operate normally with a few exceptions and restrictions.
Restrictions include:
- Capacity will be limited and carefully monitored to allow for social distancing
- All visitors are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance
- One-way pathways will be designated throughout the Zoo in the Florida Wetlands, Tropics of the Americas and The Islands
- Certain exhibits remain closed and roped off including the carousel, train observatory, café, aviary, butterfly garden and the bronze statues
- Food service is available at the concessions window and kiosks in Fountain Plaza
- Hand sanitizer stations will be available throughout the Zoo
- Animal talks and animal experiences will not be taking place at this time
- Wheelchair and stroller rentals are not available at this time and guests are encouraged to bring their own
- Keep socially distant from others
- Guests are highly encouraged to wear facial coverings or masks
- Guests are asked to stay home if are not feeling well or are at high-risk for COVID-19
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