🕒 Hours & Rates
Plan your visit to Riverside Reptiles Education Center, Connecticut’s only reptile and amphibian zoo! Located just minutes from Hartford, RREC is open year-round for families, school groups, and animal lovers of all ages. Whether you’re looking for a fun family day, an unforgettable kids’ birthday party with animals, or an educational school field trip in Connecticut, you’ll find everything you need to plan your visit here.
Hours
RREC is open Tuesday–Sunday, 10 AM – 4 PM.
Closed on Mondays.
Please check our google business page or social media for holiday hours and special announcements.
General Admission
Admission includes access to all of our reptile and amphibian exhibits in CT, featuring over 100 species displayed in naturalistic habitats.
Ages Price
Adults (12 & up) $18
Children (3–11) $16
Seniors, Veterans & Educators $16
Children 2 & under Free
Memberships
Looking for the best value? Riverside Reptiles memberships include unlimited visits to our Connecticut reptile zoo for a full year, plus discounts on kids’ birthday parties with animals, educational programs, and special events.
Group Rates
Planning a Connecticut school field trip, camp outing, or scout adventure near Hartford? Groups of 15 or more enjoy discounted admission:
Ages Price
Adults (12 & up) $12
Children (3–11) $10
Exclusions and Restrictions
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Have a minimum of 15 paying people.
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Must schedule in advance.
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Group rates are offered for general admission only.
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They do not apply to special events or birthday parties.
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Group rates cannot be combined with any other discounts, passes, or coupons.
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Other restrictions may apply.
