Potter Park Zoo
Potter Park Zoo is a 20 acre zoo within an 80 acre park located in the capital city of Lansing, Michigan. With over 350 animal residents there is always something new and exciting to see. Come explore the Zoo and help us celebrate, study, and protect the diversity of animals and their habitats.
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- Accessible grillLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Accessible parkingLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Accessible picnic tablesLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Accessible restroomLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Accessible seating optionsLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Bus stop nearbyLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Family / companion restroomLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Grab barsLast reported Oct 11, 2026Business Input
- Lowered check-in counterLast reported Oct 11, 2026Business Input
- Outlets accessibleLast reported Oct 11, 2026Business Input
- Portable ramp availableLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Roll-under sinkLast reported Oct 11, 2026Business Input
- Service animal relief areaLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Staff trained in disability awarenessLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Step-free entranceLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Virtual tour availableLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Wheelchair rentalLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
Quiet hand-drying option (paper towels available) · Staff trained in disability awareness+1 more
- Quiet hand-drying option (paper towels available)Last reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Staff trained in disability awarenessLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Visual instructions / guidesLast reported Oct 11, 2026Business Input
Accessible / paved paths · Accessible seating options+3 more
- Accessible / paved pathsLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Accessible seating optionsLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Braille guide / mapLast reported Oct 11, 2026Business Input
- Service animal relief areaLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Staff trained in disability awarenessLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
Family / companion restroom · Quiet hand-drying option (paper towels available)+9 more
- Family / companion restroomLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Quiet hand-drying option (paper towels available)Last reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Quiet room / sensory roomLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Sensory bag / backpackLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Sensory mapLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Sensory-friendly hours / eventsLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Social story availableLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Staff trained in autism awarenessLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Staff trained in disability awarenessLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Virtual tour availableLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Visual instructions / guidesLast reported Oct 11, 2026Business Input
Accessible / paved paths · Accessible parking+12 more
- Accessible / paved pathsLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Accessible parkingLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Accessible restroomLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Accessible seating optionsLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Bus stop nearbyLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Family / companion restroomLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Grab barsLast reported Oct 11, 2026Business Input
- Lowered check-in counterLast reported Oct 11, 2026Business Input
- Quiet room / sensory roomLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Roll-under sinkLast reported Oct 11, 2026Business Input
- Sensory-friendly hours / eventsLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Staff trained in disability awarenessLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Step-free entranceLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Wheelchair rentalLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
Outlets accessible · Outside blended food allowed+2 more
- Outlets accessibleLast reported Oct 11, 2026Business Input
- Outside blended food allowedLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Service animal relief areaLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Staff trained in disability awarenessLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
Staff trained in autism awareness
- Staff trained in autism awarenessLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
Bus stop nearby · Service animal relief area+2 more
- Bus stop nearbyLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Service animal relief areaLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Staff trained in disability awarenessLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
- Virtual tour availableLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
Outside blended food allowed
- Outside blended food allowedLast reported Jun 11, 2026Business Input
Additional features (not listed above)
• Family restroom • Information in multiple formats • Lowered check-in desk • On-site accessible parking • Outlets to charge mobility devices • Sensory toolkit available • Sink clearance (at least 30 x 48 in) • Step-free access to restroom • Step-free access to main building • Toilet grab bars • Virtual tour available • Certified Sensory Inclusive Zoo • Braille maps • FALCONERS program: free monthly sensory-friendly events for guests with disabilities and families • Staff trained to welcome neurodiverse guests
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Partner: ✓ Able Eyes
Creates accessible 360° virtual tours — entrances, parking, restrooms, amenities — so visitors can preview the space before they go.
Source: Able Eyes · ableeyes.org
Partner: ✓ KultureCity
Certifies this venue as Sensory Inclusive, with trained staff and sensory bags — noise-reducing headphones, fidget tools — on request.
Source: KultureCity · kulturecity.org
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