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Zoo Prices

General Admission

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

November 1, 2026 through March 12, 2027

General admission pricing is based on demand, capacity, and other factors. Today’s price is the same online and at the entrance gate.  Prices update at midnight each day, prices will not decrease.

Prices below are the fall / winter range:
Prices subject to change.

AGE
Adults (12–59)$11 – $17
Children (3–11)$8 – $14
Senior (60+)$8 – $14
Children (2 and under)FREE

Click Here for more information on further ticket discounts by visiting during Kroger Wild Winter Days (Nov. 1, 2025  – Feb. 28, 2026).

SEE TODAY’s price and buy online

 

March 14 through October 31, 2026

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.

AGEBuy Online 
Adults (12–59)$15.75 – $31
Children (3–11)$10.75 – $25
Senior (60+)$10.75 – $25
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.

Groups of 15+

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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Field Trips

Book your field trip with ease! The Louisville Zoo offers a hands-on learning experience, inspiring students to appreciate and protect our planet’s wildlife. Our new online registration makes scheduling simpler than ever.

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Camps

Camp groups can explore all the Zoo has to offer, from the carousel and seasonal exhibits to exclusive experiences and close-up encounters with our small animal ambassadors!

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 Zoo is open year-round, rain or shine.  No refunds or rebates. Prices are general Zoo admission and do not apply to select special events. 


Parking Fee

Parking Fee: There is a $7 per vehicle fee for guest parking in the Zoo lot. The fee is assessed at the ticket windows. Tip: Purchase admission tickets online and add a pre-paid parking ticket for maximum convenience. 

Pro Tip: Buy a parking pass online during your ticket purchase and save time when you arrive!

BUY tickets and parking PASSES online


If you don’t want to bring (or forget) these items, you can rent them at the Zoo. 

Rentals

Stroller (Double)$12 + tax
Wagon$13 + tax
Wheelchair$11 + tax
Electric Wheelchair (ECV)*$35 + tax (Day Of)
Electric Wheelchair (ECV)**$40 + tax (Reserved in Advance)

*ECVs are rented to an individual all-day (including evening event if applicable) use on a first-come, first-served basis after all reservations are accounted for.  A valid ID must be present and left with our cashier until the return of our ECV.  

**To guarantee an ECV is available for your visit reservations must be made online at least one day in advance. (24-hour cancellation notice required for full refund.)

RESERVE ELECTRONIC WHEELCHAIR ONLINE

Credit Cards

The Louisville Zoo accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover at all Gift Shops, Membership Office, rides and major attractions and in the African Outpost restaurant.