WCS Membership Benefits

Limited Zoos and Zoos PLUS membership levels include admission to four WCS zoos: Bronx Zoo, Central Park Zoo, Queens Zoo, and Prospect Park Zoo.

Land & Sea, Conservation Supporter, Fellow, and Partner membership levels include admission to all five WCS parks: Bronx Zoo, Central Park Zoo, Queens Zoo, Prospect Park Zoo, and the NY Aquarium.

All members must present a printed, digital, or physical membership card (purchased separately) and a valid photo ID at entry. Unnamed guests and children must be accompanied by a named adult listed on the membership. Member admission is single-entry only; re-entry is not permitted. Reservations are not required for regular daytime admission but are required for Member-only events and select ticketed programs.

Access to the NY Aquarium, Bronx Zoo Star Attractions, and parking varies by membership level. Parking at the Bronx Zoo and NY Aquarium is available on a first-come, first-served basis, limited to one (1) car per membership per day, and is not guaranteed. Conservation Supporter Members receive 3 hours free parking at the NY Aquarium. A discounted rate for additional time for this level at NYAQ is available (3-4 hours: $10; 4+ hours: $20).

Bronx Zoo Star Attractions included with Zoos PLUS, Land & Sea, and Conservation levels are: Bug Carousel, Butterfly Garden, Children’s Zoo, Congo Gorilla Forest, JungleWorld, Nature Trek, Wild Asia Monorail, and Zoo Shuttle. Some attractions are seasonal and not open year-round. Additional fees may apply to special activities, temporary attractions, and seasonal events. Attraction availability is subject to change due to weather, mechanical, safety, capacity, crowding, and/or animal-related conditions. All schedules are subject to change.

Member exclusive pricing for Holiday Lights tickets must be purchased in advance through the Member Portal. Member pricing is only available for the individuals covered by the membership. Conservation-level members can reserve free tickets to Holiday Lights during operating event dates, based on availability and is only valid for the individuals covered by the membership. A valid membership card and photo ID are required for entry.

20% discount on day-time admission tickets for additional guests not covered under the membership and visiting with you, must be purchased in advance through the Member Portal or by calling Member Services at 718-220-5112 from 9 AM to 5 PM daily. Discounted tickets are based on availability and are timed and date specific. Please note, a named member must be present with the ticket holder using the discounted ticket(s), at the time of entry.

Discounts and benefits are subject to change at any time. All sales are final. No refunds, credit or exchange will be provided. Not for resale.

Tax deductible amount will change for memberships purchased with any discount. For more information, please contact Member Services at 718-220-5112 or email us at membership@wcs.org

BZ = Bronx Zoo CPZ = Central Park Zoo NYAQ = NY Aquarium

WCS Conservation level memberships include admission to all five WCS parks: Bronx Zoo, Central Park Zoo, Queens Zoo, Prospect Park Zoo, and the NY Aquarium.

All members must present a printed, digital, or physical membership card (purchased separately) and a valid photo ID at entry. Unnamed guests and children must be accompanied by a named adult listed on the membership. Member admission is single-entry only; re-entry is not permitted. Reservations are not required for regular daytime admission but are required for Member-only events and select ticketed programs.

Bronx Zoo Star Attractions included with Zoos PLUS, Land & Sea, and Conservation levels are: Bug Carousel, Butterfly Garden, Children’s Zoo, Congo Gorilla Forest, JungleWorld, Nature Trek, Wild Asia Monorail, and Zoo Shuttle. Some attractions are seasonal and not open year-round. Additional fees may apply to special activities, temporary attractions, and seasonal events. Attraction availability is subject to change due to weather, mechanical, safety, capacity, crowding, and/or animal-related conditions.CPZ 4-D Theater is free for Conservation level members. Budgie Landing is only included in our Conservation Partner level membership. All schedules are subject to change.

Onsite parking at the Bronx Zoo and NY Aquarium is available on a first-come, first-served basis, limited to one (1) car per membership per day, and is not guaranteed. Conservation Fellow, Partner and Patron levels include all day parking at the NY Aquarium during park operating hours. Bronx Zoo Weekend Preferred parking is included in Conservation Fellow, Partner and Patron levels and is based on availability.

Conservation-level members can reserve free tickets to Holiday Lights during operating event dates, based on availability and is only valid for the individuals covered by the membership. A valid membership card and photo ID are required for entry.

20% discount on day-time admission tickets for additional guests not covered under the membership and visiting with you, must be purchased in advance through the Member Portal or by calling Member Services at 718-220-5112 from 9 AM to 5 PM daily. Discounted tickets are based on availability and are timed and date specific. Please note, a named member must be present with the ticket holder using the discounted ticket(s), at the time of entry.

Discounts and benefits are subject to change at any time. All sales are final. No refunds, credit or exchange will be provided. Not for resale.

Tax deductible amount will change for memberships purchased with any discount. For more information, please contact Member Services at 718-220-5112 or email us at membership@wcs.org

BZ = Bronx Zoo CPZ = Central Park Zoo NYAQ = NY Aquarium

WCS Aquarium membership levels include admission to the NY Aquarium only. Aquarium members can upgrade to a Land & Sea membership level to include admission to our 4 WCS zoos for an additional fee.

All members must present a printed, digital, or physical membership card (purchased separately) and a valid photo ID at entry. Unnamed guests and children must be accompanied by a named adult listed on the membership. Member admission is single-entry only; re-entry is not permitted. Reservations are not required for regular daytime admission but are required for Member-only events and select ticketed programs.

20% discount on day-time admission tickets for additional guests not covered under the membership and visiting with you, must be purchased in advance through the Member Portal or by calling Member Services at 718-220-5112 from 9 AM to 5 PM daily. Discounted tickets are based on availability and are timed and date specific. Please note, a named member must be present with the ticket holder using the discounted ticket(s), at the time of entry.

Discounts and benefits are subject to change at any time. All sales are final. No refunds, credit or exchange will be provided. Not for resale.

Tax deductible amount will change for memberships purchased with any discount. For more information, please contact Member Services at 718-220-5112 or email us at membership@wcs.org

BZ = Bronx Zoo CPZ = Central Park Zoo NYAQ = NY Aquarium