The Roger Williams Park Zoo is one of Rhode Island's oldest and most popular tourist attractions. It has been the recipient of several conservation awards, including the prestigious Bean Award, the North American Conservation Award and the International Conservation Award. Customers of Verc Boston Car Rentals will find more than 130 species of rare and fascinating animals inside the zoo, including exotic animals from Massachusetts very own backyard. Wildlife conservation has always been a major part of Massachusetts' mandate, but don't let Verc be the one to convince you. Visit the Roger Williams Park Zoo as part of your upcoming Boston car rentals vacation.

Take a trip around the world

Did you know that when you visit the Roger Williams Park Zoo, not only will you see a landmark Rhode Island attraction, but you'll also enjoy a sneak peak at animal habitats from all over the world? Customers of Verc Boston Car Rentals will find a world of animal wonder at the Roger Williams Park Zoo, thanks to a handful of unique and engaging exhibits. In its entirety, the zoo features six large areas - the Plains of Africa, North America, Tropical America, Marco Polo Trail, Wetlands and Australia. Each area features its own unique collection of plants and animals, as well as fun, informative activities.

Lions and tigers and bears, oh my!

Customers of Verc Boston Car Rentals will have a roaring good time at the Roger Williams Park Zoo, thanks to a dazzling collection of magnificent mammals and perceptive primates. Popular residents of the zoo include elephants, giraffes, snow leopards and kangaroos. Customers of Verc Boston Car Rentals will also see rare species, like the moon bear. One of the best zoos in the country for its conservation efforts, the Roger Williams Park Zoo features above standard animal habitats, as well as amazing handlers, feeders and animal attendants. The Roger Williams Zoo proudly recognizes that today, awareness and appreciation of wildlife are far more important than mere recreation at a zoo. Stop by during your upcoming Boston car rentals vacation to see how Roger Williams Park is changing the way we think about zoos.

A valuable center for education and rehabilitation

The Roger Williams Park Zoo is working hard to increase conservation efforts, both around the world and right at home in New England. As an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, the Roger Williams Park Zoo provides care and rehabilitation services to more than 20 endangered species as part of the Species Survival Plan. Critical species include the red wolf (once extinct in the wild), the African elephant, Matschie's tree kangaroos and the red panda. Visitors to the Zoo are encouraged to follow in the footsteps of zoo staff, participating in on-site educational programs like Zoocamp and the Zoo Lab.

Find your way into the wild

Customers of Verc Boston Car Rentals should have no problem locating the Roger Williams Park Zoo if they utilize the following instructions. From south I-95, take the 17 exit onto Elmwood Avenue (if you're traveling from the north on I-95 take exit 16). Turn left at the light. Continue for about 1/2 a block. You will see the park's entrance on the left. Follow the signs to the zoo entrance. From I-195, exit onto the I-95 and follow the above directions.
The Roger Williams Park Zoo is open every day from 9amm to 4pm during the fall and winter and from 9am to 5pm during the spring and summer. General admission to the zoo is just $13 for adults, $6 for children 3 to 12 and $8 for seniors. Admission is free for children under the age of 3. Providence resident customers of Verc Boston Car Rentals can enjoy free admission on the first Saturday of the month. On New Year's Day, admission is free for everyone. For more information on the Roger Williams Park Zoo, please call 401-785-3510. Customers of Verc Boston Car Rentals will find the Roger Williams Park Zoo at 1000 Elmwood Avenue in Providence, Rhode Island.