ZOO TRIPS · ZOO ENTRY TICKETS IN THE USA
Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 zoo entry tickets in the USA justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get on with the rest of it.
Spend a full day at San Diego Zoo, a 100-acre park with more than 4,500 rare and endangered animals. Your ticket includes the guided bus tour, express bus, Skyfari aerial tram, children’s areas, and skip-the-ticket-line entry. Plan for hills, long walks, and extra costs for food and parking.
“The cost is the same, but the skip the line feature made it very much worth it.”
Use your mobile ticket to enter San Diego Zoo and spend the day exploring its 100 acres of animal habitats and gardens. Your admission includes the guided bus tour, express bus, Skyfari aerial tram, and Children’s Zoo. Plan for plenty of walking, shade, and time at the animal presentations.
“There could be better signs for directions at the zoo. Also some staff at different exhibits to give information about the animals”
Spend a full day at Zoo Miami, where 340 acres hold more than 2,000 animals and 1,200 plants and trees. Visit Africa, Asia, the Amazon, Australia, and Florida: Mission Everglades. Add a lunch basket, rent a bike, and save time with skip-the-ticket-line entry.
“Lots of walking involved but you can hire bikes. A few of the animals were ‘away’ which was disappointing but overall a lovely day out”
Spend a full day at Zoo Atlanta with access to hundreds of animals, including lions, elephants, pandas, gorillas, rhinos, and giraffes. Add a rides wristband for the Safari Express and Endangered Species Carousel, or book Wild Encounters separately for closer animal experiences.
“Well laid out, easy to navigate. Animals seemed well kept and plenty of staff to help with questions”
Spend about four hours exploring San Antonio Zoo, home to more than 750 animal species. See giraffes, zebras, lions, gorillas, hippos, birds, reptiles, and flamingoes, with daily talks and optional animal encounters. Admission is mobile, self-guided, and suitable for all ages.
“Best time of day to visit. Most of animals were hiding from heat so couldn’t see them So actually didn’t see that much”
Use your e-ticket at any open gate and spend a full day exploring Phoenix Zoo in Papago Park. You can follow four themed trails, see tigers, orangutans, giraffes, lions, and Komodo dragons, and visit Big Cats of Arizona. Rides and Stingray Bay cost extra.
“Loved seeing the tigers. Wish they had more land to roam but overall a great experience”
Spend a full day exploring Franklin Park Zoo’s 72 acres, from gorillas and pygmy hippos in Tropical Forest to lions, giraffes, kangaroos, butterflies, and budgies. Your $24 ticket includes entry and free parking, with seasonal closures possible.
“A beautiful day and a beautiful zoo. However, the gorilla exhibit was down due to construction and many other animals were not out for viewing. That was very disappointing. The Zoo also had shortened hours because of zoo lights that evening. We also got tickets for the zoo lights and they were wonderful.”
Spend about four hours exploring the Bronx Zoo at your own pace with mobile admission, unlimited rides and attractions, and access to more than 265 acres of animal exhibits. Plan extra time for walking, arrive early, and check daily hours because exhibits close before the zoo does.
“After a much needed vacation we decided to visit the zoo. The most memorable experience was my daughter’s expression hearing the Lion roar and seeing the Giraffes.”
Spend one to two hours among penguins, sea lions, monkeys, snow leopards, tropical birds, and farm animals at Central Park Zoo. Your $22.95 mobile admission also includes the 4-D Theater. The compact layout works well for families and a short break from Manhattan sightseeing.
“I was unable to use the viator ticket the confirmation and bar code did not work so ended up buying the ticket at the zoo”
Spend a day at Central Park Zoo on Fifth Avenue, exploring tropical, temperate, and polar habitats, the Tisch Children’s Zoo, and a 4-D theater. See penguins, snow leopards, bears, red pandas, birds, seals, and friendly farm animals. The compact layout suits a one-hour visit or a relaxed two-to-three-hour family outing.
“It was so friendly and we loved how it was a lovely size, not too big. Really great animals especially the bears we loved them ❤️ Great value great experience will definitely visit again xxxx”
Spend five to six hours at Out of Africa Wildlife Park in Camp Verde, about 40 minutes from Sedona. Your $42.95 ticket includes the African Bush Safari, daily shows such as Tiger Splash and Predator Feed, walking areas, and complimentary shuttles. Food, zip lines, upgraded tours, and photos cost extra.
“It was so much and the kids loved it we had Ana amazing time. First time here and the people were super nice”
Visit the 125-acre Phoenix Zoo with a mobile admission ticket. See orangutans, elephants, tigers, Komodo dragons, giraffes, reptiles, and Arizona wildlife. Plan for plenty of walking, sun, and extra charges for attractions such as the Safari Cruiser, carousel, and animal encounters.
“So much fun! Simple purchase for a great day! My partner and I wanted a spontaneous adventure and Phoenix zoo was the choice! Loved seeing the lions!”
Use a mobile ticket to enter Seattle’s Woodland Park Zoo and spend one to six hours among gorillas, grizzlies, lions, giraffes, penguins, otters, and more. Families can add outdoor theater programs and Zoomazium, while seasonal butterfly displays and animal feedings cost extra.
“Excellent trip to zoo and we see and learn about different animals… was very easy to check in worst while visiting Seattle”
Spend a full day exploring Stone Zoo’s 26 acres in Stoneham. See cougar sisters Maple and Willow, white-cheeked gibbons, snow leopards, bears, flamingos, and more. Your $22 ticket includes admission and free parking, with a seasonal Butterfly Oasis and flexible cancellation.
“just the freedom to look and not have to hurry”
Spend a day at Nashville Zoo with flexible admission, more than 3,000 animals, keeper talks, animal shows, Kangaroo Kickabout, Tiger Crossroads, and Expedition Peru. Plan two to three hours, then add paid extras such as the zip line, carousel, lorikeet feeding, or 4D theater.
“Really great layout, lovely and clean and the staff were so friendly. Portable AC units were all around the zoo which was brilliant in the heat. So much to do and see, especially for families.”
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