Self-Guided Walking Tour of Benson Park, Hudson, NH

Free cancellation available
Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 30 minutes - 1 hour
Service animals welcome

This self-guided Smart Phone Tour is a fun & historical journey through Benson Park, once famously known as Benson's Wild Animal Farm, narrated by John T. Benson, the original founder of the park. This is an easy 30-minute walking tour covering about one mile of the interior of the park and you can take it anytime from 5 AM - 8 PM. You'll hear stories about the many exotic animals that once lived here including Tony the Gorilla, Betsy the Elephant, lions, tigers, monkeys, bears and more! For 60 years, daily circus entertainment and amusement rides were popular but today, it's home to the beautiful wildlife of New Hampshire. Stop by the Benson Park Store for an ice cream, cold drink, snack or a souvenir, open Fri.-Sunday, 12-4 PM. Public restrooms are available and leashed dogs are allowed.

What's included

  • Explore Benson Park

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Bring your ticket with you to the attraction.

Itinerary information

Location

Departure point
Benson Park, Kimball Hill Rd 19, Hudson, NH, 03051
This is a Self-Guiided Smart Phone Walking Tour. For best results, download the WalkNTour App. and the Benson Park WalkNTour on your phone prior to arriving at the park; Starting Point is the Red Kiosk near the Park's Main Entrance.
End point
Benson Park, Kimball Hill Rd 19, Hudson, NH, 03051

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