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Buttonwood Park Zoo

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425 Hawthorn St, New Bedford, MA 02740-1418
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Buttonwood Park Zoo is a community-focused zoological park offering a diverse collection of animals within a manageable setting. Established as a local treasure, the zoo provides an accessible and educational experience for visitors of all ages. Exhibits include elephants, bears, reptiles, and a farm area, complemented by amenities like a carousel, train ride, and playground. Ongoing improvements demonstrate a commitment to animal welfare and enhancing the visitor experience. While smaller in scale than many major zoos, Buttonwood Park Zoo remains a beloved destination for families and individuals seeking a delightful and affordable outing.

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  • 425 Hawthorn St, New Bedford, MA 02740-1418
  • +1 508-991-6178

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KristinnIngvason
New Bedford
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This was a beautiful park which has pretty scenery and lush greenery. It has walking pathways with proper trails lined with pretty trees and there are also plenty of benches to sit there for the people. The musical fountain was the highlight and it was amazing.. The camp is built at a beautiful location and there are lots to do here. There are several activities you can take part in and also choose to go on a guided hike which is a great way to spend some time in the middle of nature. The scenic views are just amazing here and you fall in love with the serenity of this place.

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Aimee-leighGordon
New Bedford
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It is a great place to stay and gives you much luxury and comfort at a great price. The service is great and the management was very prompt and was very helpful and assisted us with everything. The rooms were big and spacious, well maintained and the views from the window of the city skyline was just stunning. Loved my experience here!

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SarahGolubova
New Bedford
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It is a great place to stay and gives you much luxury and comfort at a great price. The service is great and the management was very prompt and was very helpful and assisted us with everything. The rooms were big and spacious, well maintained and the views from the window of the city skyline was just stunning. Loved my experience here!

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CasperJorgensen
New Bedford
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We stayed in for one night here and the hotel was too expensive and not at all worth it. The place was a little crappy in shape and a lot of maintenance was going on and all the rooms were not even furnished properly. But we had no other option and had to stay therefore had to sacrifice and paid extra to stay a night.

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GaalIcaIlka
New Bedford
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It is a great place to stay and gives you much luxury and comfort at a great price. The service is great and the management was very prompt and was very helpful and assisted us with everything. The rooms were big and spacious, well maintained and the views from the window of the city skyline was just stunning. Loved my experience here!

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AmandaLPorter
New Bedford
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We booked a tour package and thought that this would be a good way to see all the major sites of the city but it turned out to be nothing great. The tour bus stopped at all places but had not much time to make us roam around the area. Seemed like they were in a rush all the time and were not good with the local knowledge and culture. It was also expensive, which was not a great thing.

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TheoJansen
New Bedford
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It is a great place to stay and gives you much luxury and comfort at a great price. The service is great and the management was very prompt and was very helpful and assisted us with everything. The rooms were big and spacious, well maintained and the views from the window of the city skyline was just stunning. Loved my experience here!

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ZdenekStritesky
New Bedford
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This was a beautiful park which has pretty scenery and lush greenery. It has walking pathways with proper trails lined with pretty trees and there are also plenty of benches to sit there for the people. The musical fountain was the highlight and it was amazing.

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LisaRSmith
New Bedford
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Me and my wife stayed there over a weekend and were greeted by the kindest people ever. The city has an alluring charm to it and the locations are so raw and beautiful. All the historic landmarks are just well preserved and are enriched with stories and history. The people of this city are the warmest people i have ever known and overall this place is a magical experience.

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MerciCorbeil
New Bedford
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It is a great place to stay and gives you much luxury and comfort at a great price. The service is great and the management was very prompt and was very helpful and assisted us with everything. The rooms were big and spacious, well maintained and the views from the window of the city skyline was just stunning. Loved my experience here!

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JarogniewChmielewski
New Bedford
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It was a gorgeous day and we decided to have a picnic in the beautiful park surrounded by nature and beauty. The place had beautiful scenic scenes and with some homemade food, we loved the refreshing and calming experience.

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MilanVesely
New Bedford
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It is a great place to stay and gives you much luxury and comfort at a great price. The service is great and the management was very prompt and was very helpful and assisted us with everything. The rooms were big and spacious, well maintained and the views from the window of the city skyline was just stunning. Loved my experience here!

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PatrickLewis
New Bedford
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The place is a home to some of the most impressive collections of art and design and the display is majestic and stunning. It takes you some time to enjoy the whole museum but if you are an intriguing person just like me, you will love it here.

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MichaelJohansen
New Bedford
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It is a great place to stay and gives you much luxury and comfort at a great price. The service is great and the management was very prompt and was very helpful and assisted us with everything. The rooms were big and spacious, well maintained and the views from the window of the city skyline was just stunning. Loved my experience here!

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SigfusJensson
New Bedford
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While making our itinerary, we included this place towards the end and thought that incase we are behind time, we will skip it. But thank God, we didn’t because it was one of the greatest places to visit. Easily accessible, conveniently located, gorgeous location and the easy navigation for the entire tour of this place made it much more fun and enjoyable. I will suggest everyone to please visit this place.

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NicholasAilleboust
New Bedford
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We stayed in for one night here and the hotel was too expensive and not at all worth it. The place was a little crappy in shape and a lot of maintenance was going on and all the rooms were not even furnished properly. But we had no other option and had to stay therefore had to sacrifice and paid extra to stay a night.

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CharlesLHaupt
New Bedford
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It is a great place to stay and gives you much luxury and comfort at a great price. The service is great and the management was very prompt and was very helpful and assisted us with everything. The rooms were big and spacious, well maintained and the views from the window of the city skyline was just stunning. Loved my experience here!

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PontusKiviniitty
New Bedford
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It is a great place to stay and gives you much luxury and comfort at a great price. The service is great and the management was very prompt and was very helpful and assisted us with everything. The rooms were big and spacious, well maintained and the views from the window of the city skyline was just stunning. Loved my experience here!

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DanielAbt
New Bedford
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This is a beautiful city which is known for its historic locations with so many stories associated with it. There are plenty of locations and lots to see here. It is a place where you will never be bored. Take a guided tour and make sure you visit all the places and trust me it will be worth it.

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BonnieWatson
New Bedford
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It is a great place to stay and gives you much luxury and comfort at a great price. The service is great and the management was very prompt and was very helpful and assisted us with everything. The rooms were big and spacious, well maintained and the views from the window of the city skyline was just stunning. Loved my experience here!

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