The day we set out on this adventures, it was sunny and in the 50s. A great day for this time of year on the Cape. So we went back for a second time, my wife and I, and the first time for our 5-month-old infant girls, and they really liked it. They experienced the sights, the smells, and feel (so to speak) of the animals, as well as seeing the goats, fish, birds, and llamas. They also saw some willow trees, and were really excited when they could reach out and touch one.
The ZooQuarium is touted as the "Cape Cod Education Center," and it's usually opened from Late June through Labor Day. Their off-season times are February to late June, as well as September through Thanksgiving. This was our second trip this time of year.
This zoo has a popular tidal pool, and it offers an opportunity to examine and hold some of the Cape's shoreline neighbors. There's also the birds, mammals, and fish that are in the area of woods and waters in the region. Some are non-releasable wildlife-injured animals that have found a safe home at the ZooQuarium, and we actually held a couple of these animals. Guests are allowed to touch, feed, and experience the domestic farm life that lives at this location.
If you're into ecology, you can view the "habitats" which have been made for the animals that live here. You can also take a close up look at the fish, turtles, and other critters which are in the lakes and ponds of Cape Cod. Then there is the "Zoorific Theater," which allows you to explore the Discovery Center, and the naturalists demonstrate the creatures which are in the locale.
For a fascinating few hours of fun and education, this is a wonderful stop along the highway. The staff are really helpful and friendly, and most will go the extra mile to make your stay a memorable one. Plus they have a cute little souvenir shop so you can take a little something away to remember them by (or for the kids!).