Benson Park Self-Guided Walking Tour: Historical Journey

Embark on a historical journey through Benson Park, formerly known as Benson’s Wild Animal Farm. Explore the park’s rich past and encounter stories of exotic animals and thrilling circus entertainment. Don’t forget to visit the Benson Park Store for refreshments and souvenirs!

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Benson Park - Self-guided smartphone walking tour of historic Benson Park. This one-mile tour is narrated by John T. Benson, the original owner of “Benson’s Wild Animal Farm”, which first opened in 1924.
    The tour includes the Gorilla House where Tony the gorilla lived, the A-Frame picnic area, Amphitheatre, Swan Lake with fish, turtles & birds, the…
What's Included
  • Explore Benson Park
Additional Information

Embark on a self-conducted tour via your smartphone, through the historical Benson Park, previously known as ‘Benson’s Wild Animal Farm’, as guided by its founder John T. Benson. Enjoy a leisurely 30-minute walk covering approximately a mile within the park, accessible between 5 AM and 8 PM. Listen to tales about a variety of outlandish animals that…

Location
Benson Park
Kimball Hill Road
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.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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I5184pgpatriciaf
Sep 12, 2023
great park - this is the old Benson's wild animal farm that the town and great volunteer, turned in a good place to walk and enjoy. they have a dog park and playground for kids. also picnic areas. they have a beautiful 9-11 memorial that is an absolute must see. my husband and i take our dog for a walk here mostly every day. they have bench's, some in the sun and shade so your and sit and enjoy the park. i cant say enough good things about the park
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Jaedenwolfe
May 7, 2022
Learned a lot - I learned a lot. I recommend it! I walked with my spouse, muttering out random facts as we walked along.
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Celeste
Apr 3, 2022
Benson's - Great place to visit for 1/2 day! We packed a lunch and took the self guided walking tour. It was so fun walking through the past and my childhood.
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I8427qndebf
Sep 9, 2021
Benson Park - The narration of "John T. Benson" through the beautiful Benson Park was a peaceful and educational experience. Although Benson Wild Animal Farm is not on the grounds anymore this tour gives you a sense of what did exist.
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Onair583379
May 21, 2022
It was the worst tour ever. All it did was play music. It was so stupid I want a total refund please on both things I purchased - It was the worst tour ever. All it did was play music. It was so stupid I want a total refund please on both things I purchased
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Joice2021
Aug 24, 2021
Love the park but the audio tour is lacking. - Started listening and wanted to finish the next day. Apparently once yo start the tour you have to finish it. Was tricky signing up. Ended up paying twice for the tour and never got to hear the whole thing.
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From $6
up to 10 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).