Zoo Atlanta: Entry Ticket
Visit Zoo Atlanta, an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Its mission is to protect wildlife and habitats through conservation, research, education, and visitor programs. The Zoo is home to over 200 animal species from around the world, including many that are endangered. Recent updates include a new African lion complex (opened April 2025) and the Rollins Health Center (completed 2024), which is now open for behind-the-scenes tours. In the African Savanna area, you can see elephants, giraffes, zebras, ostriches, warthogs, and meerkats. Nearby, you’ll also find the new African lion complex and a redesigned habitat for southern white rhinos. Zoo Atlanta is home to two of the largest populations of great apes in North America, featuring both gorillas and orangutans. You can also explore Scaly Slimy Spectacular, an indoor reptile and amphibian center with over 50 species.
About this activity in East Side
Includes
- Access to animal feeding, training demonstrations, and keeper talks
- admission to zoo atlanta
- access to quiet zones and assistance
- access to wildlife presentations
- access to encounters with friendly goats and sheep
- access to all animal habitats
- access to zoo seekers (if available)
- unlimited access to the carousel and zoo train (if upgrade option is selected during checkout)
Excludes
- Special events
- giraffe feeding (runs seasonally, spring through late fall), behind-the-scenes wild encounters (pending availability), treetop trail and treetop tykes trail, and the wild explorer vr theater (available for purchase onsite)
- parking
Other
- Saturday, may 16: endangered species day – enjoy games, activities, and challenges to discover how healthy habits can create healthy habitats
- scan your smartphone ticket at the admission gates
- food and drinks may be purchased with cash, debit or credit card
- sunday, july 12: grossology day - check out activity stations, games, and more as we celebrate some of the less appreciated aspects of nature
- food stands close an hour prior to the grounds closing, rides close a half-hour prior
- saturday, march 14: biomechanics day: animals in motion – learn about biomechanics in the animal world
- outside food is allowed, but you can't bring in alcohol, glass items, or fast food straws and lids
- discounted tickets onsite for military with valid id
- pets are not allowed, except service animals. service animals may not be permitted in some areas
- kids under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult at all times
- free entry for children under 3
- zoo atlanta’s service animal admittance policy meets the requirements defined by law under the americans with disabilities act (ada). this policy defines service animals as dogs or miniature horses who are trained to perform a specific task for an individual with a disability. emotional support animals and other animals are not permitted on zoo groundsspecial event days (included with admission)=
- purchase at least one adult or child ticket to receive free admission for a mom on may 10, 2026
- paid parking is available on-site for a rate of $3 an hour for a maximum daily rate of $12
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