East Fordham Rd, Bronx River

Some of the bad publicity that has surrounded the area may lead some people to dismissing the Bronx as a bit of a zoo anyway but the real life Bronx Zoo is a fantastic place to visit, bringing the world of nature into the bustling city. Gorillas, alligators, leopards and bison are all worth the visit alone and there is also an indoor area in case the weather turns nasty.