• Benson Park - Enjoy a self-guided smartphone walking tour through the historic Benson Park. This one-mile journey is narrated by John T. Benson, the original proprietor of “Benson’s Wild Animal Farm,” which opened its doors in 1924.

The tour highlights include the Gorilla House, home to Tony the gorilla, the A-Frame picnic area, the Amphitheatre, Swan Lake with its fish, turtles, and birds, the Butterfly Garden, the Old Shoe on Storybook Hill, the Benson Park Store & Gift Shop, and the 9-11 Memorial. It is recommended to download the WalkNTour App on your phone before visiting the park. For Android users, visit https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.walkntours&hl=en_US&gl=US; for Apple users, visit https://apps.apple.com/us/app/walkntours/id1457662600. Once you have the tour, it is yours to enjoy as many times as you wish, and you can even share it with a friend for free!

• Explore Benson Park

This self-guided Smartphone Tour offers an enjoyable and historical exploration of Benson Park, formerly renowned as “Benson’s Wild Animal Farm,” with narration by John T. Benson, the park’s original founder. The tour is a leisurely 30-minute walk, covering approximately one mile within the park, and is available from 5 AM to 8 PM. Participants will hear fascinating stories about the exotic animals that once resided here, including Tony the Gorilla, Betsy the Elephant, lions, tigers, monkeys, bears, and more! For 60 years, the park featured daily circus shows and amusement rides, but today it showcases the stunning wildlife of New Hampshire and the new “Discovery Center at Benson Park.” Visitors can stop by the Benson Park Store for ice cream, cold drinks, snacks, or souvenirs, open Saturdays and Sundays from 12-4 PM. Public restrooms are accessible near the entrance at Gorilla House, and leashed dogs are welcome.

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