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York's Wild Kingdom

· York Beach, ME

Why you should go…

York's Wild Kingdom combines a zoo and a family amusement park a short walk from Short Sands Beach in York Beach, Maine. Exhibits include a walk-through butterfly house and a parakeet aviary where visitors hand-feed birds, alongside rides and a mini golf course.

  • #zoo
  • #amusement park
  • #maine
  • #family
  • #york beach

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General attractions guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Book the time slot, not just the ticket

    Timed entry is now the norm at big-draw attractions, and online tickets are often cheaper than the gate.

  • Grab the daily schedule on arrival

    Feeding times, keeper talks, and shows run on a posted timetable that changes day to day.

  • The first hour is the quietest

    Queues build through late morning and peak after lunch, so an early start buys you the shortest waits.

  • Budget past the ticket price

    Parking, lockers, strollers, and food inside the gates are common extras worth planning for.

What's around here?

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