Private Sanctuary Tour

Come meet rescued animals at the nation's first farm animal sanctuary! Learn inspiring rescue stories, animal agriculture realities, and what Farm Sanctuary does for animals, people, and the planet.

Our cafe is closed for the season.

Please Note:

• This is a ~1 hour, 1 mile outdoor walking tour (boots & weather-appropriate clothing required)
• Strollers, wheelchairs, and walking aids cannot enter animal enclosures for safety purposes.
• Tours start promptly at the designated times.

Weather-permitting: tours during weather conditions deemed unsafe by staff will be canceled or rescheduled.

Tickets

Guests must be on a guided tour to enter animal enclosures. You will receive your confirmation and liability waivers via email.

About

Nestled in the beautiful Finger Lakes Region of upstate NY, Farm Sanctuary’s 275-acre New York shelter is home to rescued cows, pigs, birds, and other farm animals. Their stories of struggle and survival give us insight into the realities of our modern food system. Animals who began their lives abused and neglected now spend their days digging in the dirt, basking in the sun, and napping in the straw.

The tour path is unpaved. The road through the sanctuary is composed of compacted dirt and gravel. The path is slippery when wet and dusty when dry. Short segments have a steep grade, include grassy areas, and uneven terrain. There is limited shade and few areas to sit or rest while on the tour.

We want to make sure all our visitors have a safe and comfortable visit. For more information on potential accommodations (including Adopt a Farm Animal visits), please email [email protected] two weeks in advance.

Find out about our upcoming events here!

Policies

No-shows are non-refundable. If you cannot attend your tour, you must notify us at [email protected] at least 24 hours in advance to be rebooked or refunded.

Any non-refundable payment will be a general donation to support Farm Sanctuary's rescue, education, and advocacy efforts. This gift will be tax-deductible.

Guests will receive a full refund if a tour gets cancelled due to severe weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

Companion and ADA animals are not allowed on the shelter grounds at any time. Accompanied by a guardian, they are welcome in our Visitor Barn.