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Franklin Park Zoo

Boston

4.4 (9.6k) Zoo
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Franklin Park Zoo transforms after sunset to host Boston Lights, an annual immersive evening lantern experience. The grounds feature luminous wildlife sculptures, underwater-themed pathways, and interactive glowing installations, highlighted by a massive 100-foot-long light tunnel.

Commenters are generally enthusiastic, frequently sharing fond memories of past visits and praising the cute displays as a worthwhile date or family outing. However, some returning visitors wonder whether the setup changes enough year-to-year to justify repeat trips, and many inquire about ticket pricing, extra fees, and logistics.

  • Visit after sunset to experience the illuminated Boston Lights lantern displays
  • Walk through the interactive exhibits and the standout 100-foot light tunnel
  • Check ticket prices and potential extra fees in advance
  • Research the best entrance to use before arriving at the zoo
  • Confirm if the lantern exhibits have changed if you visited the previous year

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Monday9 AM to 5 PM, 6 to 10:30 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday9 AM to 5 PM, 6 to 10:30 PM
Friday9 AM to 5 PM, 6 to 10:30 PM
Saturday9 AM to 5 PM, 6 to 10:30 PM
Sunday9 AM to 5 PM, 6 to 10:30 PM

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