World-famous Brookfield Zoo is open every day inspiring our guests through extraordinary connections with animals, nature and each other. It is home to more than 4,684 animals representing some 559 species. Many live in award-winning immersion exhibits, including Great Bear Wilderness, which allows visitors to go eye-to-eye with North American animals and to view polar bears and grizzlies diving in underwater viewing windows.Located just 12 miles west of downtown Chicago, Brookfield Zoo is set within a beautifully landscaped 216-acre nature park that also offers unique venues for corporate meetings, private parties, benefits and more. Admission is $21.95 for adults, $15.95 for seniors (65+) and children (3-11), and free to children 2 years old and under. The zoo is accessible via the Stevenson (I-55) and Eisenhower (I-290)expressways, Tri-State tollway (I-294), Metra train and PACE bus service. For more information, visit www.CZS.org