Hours & Admission rates
Hours
The zoo is open every day except Christmas Day, December 25.
The carousel will be closed March 19-April 1, 2012 for annual maintenance.
October 1 - April 30: 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
(Zoo grounds open until 5:00 p.m. No enttry after 4:00 p.m. Exhibit buildings close at 4:30 p.m.)
May 1 - September 30: 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
(Zoo grounds open until 7:00 p.m. No entry after 6:00 p.m.)
General Admission Prices
October 1 through April 30
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Adult (13-64 years)
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$11.75
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Child (3-12 years)
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$8.50
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Toddler (0-2 years)
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FREE
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Senior (65+) and disabled discount
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$2 off regular admission
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May 1 through September 30:
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Adult (13-64 years)
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$17.75
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Child (3-12 years)
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$11.50
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Toddler (0-2 years)
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FREE
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Senior (65+) and disabled discount
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$2 off regular admission
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Military admission information
Active and retired U.S. military personnel or military spouses receive $5 off zoo admission when purchased at any zoo gate for themselves and up to six (6) family members. Military personnel or military spouses must show valid military ID.
Transit discount
Take the bus to the zoo and save $2 off regular zoo admission! Present your valid Metro bus transfer (must be dated same day as your visit) or your ORCA card as proof of ridership at the entrance locations to redeem your discount.
Rental equipment
Rental Equipment: (All rental rates are for the day)
Available from either Guest ServicesVisitor Assistance Centers at the South Entrance Plaza (located at Fremont Ave. North and North 50th Street) and inside at the West Entrance (off Phinney Ave. and N. 55th Ave.)
- Single Strollers - $6.00; Double Strollers $8.00, Wagons $9.00
- Wheelchairs (non-electric) - $10.00
- Electric personal carts - $25 (must leave a $200 refundable deposit and valid driver's license; 18 years and older or 16 years with parent/guardian permission). 300 pound weight limit.
- Umbrellas - $2.00
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Accessiblity Information
View and download our Accessibility brochure >>
Parking is FREE for those displaying a state-issued disabled parking placard. Disabled parking spots are also available at each entrance. For more accessibility information, visit here.
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Take the bus or bike!
The zoo provides a covered bike shelter at our West Entrance and bike racks at the South Entrance.
Take a Metro Transit bus and you can save money on admission! Present your valid Metro bus transfer (must be same day as your visit) or your ORCA card and get $2 off your admission.