Dragons & Mythical Creatures
Open daily through August 11
Step into a world where legends come alive. Discover Dragons & Mythical Creatures, an immersive experience featuring over 60 life-size animatronic wonders that will ignite your imagination! Plan your visit today. (This add-on experience does not include admission to the Zoo.)
Buy Daytime Dragon & Mythical Creatures TicketsAdd-On Experience Pricing
- Dragon Admission (2 and older) $9
- RWPZ Member Discount $7
- Toddlers 1 and under FREE
This add-on experience does not include admission to the Zoo. Last entry onto the trail is at 3:30 pm.
Engage your senses and ignite your curiosity while strolling through this interactive experience.
Learn about the myths and legends that have shaped these captivating creatures, discover the scientific inspirations behind their fantastical forms, and participate in interactive activities that will leave you feeling like a true adventurer.
Embark on a journey where your imagination springs to life and immerse yourself in the excitement of witnessing mythical creatures in action—watch as these beasts move, roar, and even breathe smoke. Traverse the wetlands trail adorned with enchanting animatronic beings, including the majestic unicorn, the serpent-like wyvern, mysterious kraken, and a myriad of other magical creatures! Learn magical facts, myths, and legends that inspired these fantastical beings with our Dragons & Mythical Creatures Directory >
Gather your friends and family, let your imagination soar, and prepare to be transported to a world where anything is possible. Dragons & Mythical Creatures await you at the Zoo!
Proceeds from Dragons & Mythical Creatures support the Zoo’s ongoing animal care, education programs and conservation initiatives. Thank you for helping us save wildlife and wild places!
Group Discounts & Magical Events:
Groups with 10 or more paying guests save $2 on adult and children (ages 2 & up):
All group tickets are sold online-only. Ready to buy? Add at least 10 Dragon add-on experience tickets to your cart, then advance to the next screen. The group discount will automatically apply! E-tickets will be automatically emailed to the purchaser after online check-out. Please distribute tickets to your group attendees before arriving.
Dragon experience tickets are a separate fee from daytime admission, so be sure to check out our daytime admission group rates here.
Please note: this is a special add-on experience, so chaperones do not receive complimentary admission and Providence Schools also do not attend free. School groups get an even more magical discount. Make a Reservation for a Group Trip Here>
Join us for special sensory-friendly mornings an hour before the dragon trail opens to the public: designed for those with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and sensory processing differences and their families from 8-9 am.
Dates: Sundays, April 28, May 19, June 16, and July 7
Buy Sensory-Friendly Morning Tickets >
Join us for an exclusive after-hours exploration of the zoo, where dragons and mythical beasts come alive! Gather your family, ignite your imaginations, and prepare for a night of unforgettable Zoo fun.
Dates: Saturdays, June 8 and August 10
Buy Dragon Family Fun Night Tickets >
Frequently Asked Questions:
Active Roger Williams Park Zoo members save $2 off Dragons & Mythical Creatures tickets.
To receive your member discount:
- Log into your online member account (button at the top-right of the screen).
- After placing tickets in your cart, the discount will automatically apply at checkout.
Please note: Reciprocal memberships do not apply. Member discounts are ONLY VALID for the number of people that are covered by the membership. For questions, please contact visitorservices@rwpzoo.org.
See below for our step-by-step instructional videos on how to register online to receive your membership discount.
Guests may use strollers, wheelchairs, and wagons throughout the Zoo. The Zoo pathway is fully wheelchair accessible.
While the experience features fantastical creatures, it’s ultimately up to parents’ discretion to decide if the experience is age-appropriate for their child.
