The Zoo will close early on Saturday, June 10 for our annual Zoofari! fundraising event.

On June 10th, guests may enter until 2 p.m. and must exit by 3 p.m. - Learn More

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HOURS

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The Louisville Zoo is open daily year-round.
Closed only on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day.

Now thru September 17, 2023
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (stay until 6 p.m.)
Early member entry daily at 9:30 a.m. (June, July and August only)

Early close on the following days: (exit Zoo by 3 p.m.)
•  June 10 for Zoofari!
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August 26 for Brew at the Zoo with Wine and Food Too!

September 18, 2023 thru Mid-March, 2024
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. (stay until 5 p.m.)

Louisville Zoo Get Healthy Walking Club Presented by Norton Prevention & Wellness
March 1 – Oct. 31, 2023 (Daily)
Enter Zoo from 8 – 9:15 a.m. (stay until 9:30 a.m.)

ZOO ADMISSION

General Admission Ticket Prices

Purchase in advance for the lowest price. Prices will not decrease. General admission pricing is based on demand, capacity and other factors. Prices update at midnight each day.

Today’s prices are the same online and at the gate.

Purchase in advance for discounts!


See Today’s Prices

March 18 through Oct. 31, 2023

For the best possible value, purchase tickets online in advance of your visit.  Gate and online prices are the same when purchasing the same day as your visit.

AGE Buy Online 
Adults (12–59) $16.50 – $27.00
Children (3–11) $11.50 – $22.00
Senior (60+) $11.50 – $22.00
Children (2 and under) FREE

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November 1, 2023 – February 28, 2024

For the best possible value, purchase tickets online in advance of your visit.  Gate and online prices are the same when purchasing the same day as your visit.

AGE
Adults (12–59) TBD
Children (3–11) TBD
Senior (60+) TBD
Children (2 and under) FREE

Purchase Tickets Here

MILITARY DISCOUNT
A valid military ID is required for all military discounts.
Active duty military personnel receive free general admission. Discounts not valid for ticket packages with rides/attractions or special ticketed events. Tickets must be purchased at the Zoo windows with a valid ID.  
Dependents of active military personnel receive 10% off general admission at the Zoo’s ticket windows. Must be accompanied by active military personnel with a valid ID.
Active military receive membership discounts. Please present a valid military ID at the Zoo membership office to discuss options.

We offer discounts for groups of 15 or more. Ticket must be purchased online. Discount tickets not available at the gate.

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For ticket/attraction packagesschool field trips, special discounts, strollers/wheelchairs, click for more info…

BACKSTAGE PASS

Rhino at at The Louisville Zoo
Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! Learn about the importance of the Zoo’s conservation work, how our dedicated keeper staff care for the Zoo’s animals and get VIP access to areas not available to the public.

Each Backstage Pass Experience is approximately 45-minutes long and includes a guided cart tour with an experienced Zoo staff member, a visit to the Zoo’s Black-Footed Ferret Conservation Center, a behind-the-scenes visit to one of the Zoo’s animal areas, and an up-close experience with Zoo animals and their care team.

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