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Plan Your Visit

Hours:

9:00 am–5:00 pm

 

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370 Zoo Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32218

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Admission Rates

Online tickets are required and must be purchased in advance.

Select the month and date you would like to visit as well as the number of adults and children (3-12) in your party. No refunds.

To learn more about our current guidelines, click here.

 

Total Experience Tickets

Advance, Online Purchase Only

Adults (13 to 64)...............$34.95
Seniors (65+)......................$32.95
Children (3 to 12)..............$27.95
Children (2 and under)........Free

Includes 4D Theater, Unlimited Train, Unlimited Carousel Rides, and Animal Feedings (limited). 

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General Admission

Advance, online Purchase only

Adults (13 to 64)...............$29.95
Seniors (65+)......................$27.95
Children (3 to 12).............$24.95
Children (2 and under)......Free

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The Nature Agent Adventure

Advance, Online reservation Only

Members...............................$10.00
Non-members......................$12.00

Discover, learn and bond together on a family wildlife scavenger hunt -- using nature and smart play. 

 

MEMBER RESERVATIONS

NON-MEMBER RESERVATIONS

Member Total Experience

ADVANCE, ONLINE PURCHASE ONLY

Adults (13+)...............$8.00
Children (3 to 12).............$8.00
Children (2 and under).....Free

Includes 4D Theater, Unlimited Train, Unlimited Carousel Rides, and Animal Feedings (limited). 

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Member Guests General Admission

Advance, online Purchase only

Adults (13 to 64)...............$15.00
Seniors (65+)......................$15.00
Children (3 to 12)..............$15.00
Children (2 and under).......Free

Member Guest Total Experience Admission

Advance, online Purchase only

Adults (13+)......................$25.00
Children (3 to 12).............$23.00
Children (2 and under).......Free

Includes 4D Theater, Unlimited Train, Unlimited Carousel Rides, and Animal Feedings (limited). 

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4D Theater

Now Showing: Octopus: Blue Planet II 4D Experience®

Inspired by the critically-acclaimed BBC series, Blue Planet II, this special effects experience takes you beneath the surface to explore dynamic oceanic landscapes and one of the most captivating creatures that dwells there: the octopus. Discover how this eight-tentacled wonder masters physical and mental strengths to outwit and escape its underwater rivals.

Upgrade your visit to Total Experience to enjoy the 4D Theater. This experience is unavailable for à la carte purchases.

The BBC and BBC Earth are trademarks of the British Broadcasting Corporation and are used under licence. BBC logo © BBC 1996. Photography ©Kondratuk Aleksei/Shutterstock; ©littlesam/Shutterstock; ©Greg Amptman/Shutterstock.

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Now Showing: The Bear and the Squirrel

When a selfish young bear refuses to share his cave with a cute, plucky squirrel amid a raging storm, both are transported on a magical tour of different habitats, encountering a host of other animals along the way. Join in on this shapeshifting adventure through the African plains, coral reefs and even the rainforest! Enchanting and action packed, The Bear and the Squirrel 4D is perfect for all ages.

Upgrade your visit to Total Experience to enjoy the 4D Theater. This experience is unavailable for à la carte purchases.

© Efteling B. V. and Aardman Animations Ltd 2022.

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Train

All Aboard the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens Train!

See the Zoo the easy way aboard our Train. Your all-day ticket takes you around the whole Zoo. It stops near Trout River Plaza and at Main Camp where you may disembark and explore at your own pace. Train runs daily, weather permitting.

Upgrade your visit to Total Experience to enjoy the Train. This experience is unavailable for à la carte purchases.

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Wildlife Carousel

Round and Round They Go!

The Wildlife Carousel is intended for Children (12 and under) and Parents (accompanying small children). Adults not accompanying a small child are not allowed to ride the carousel.

Featuring gorgeous renditions of all your favorite wild animals, the Carousel is a classic. Come ride a tiger, okapi, or eagle and make it part of your family’s Zoo tradition.

Upgrade your visit to Total Experience to enjoy the Wildlife Carousel. This experience is unavailable for à la carte purchases.

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Animal Feedings

Nom, Nom, Nom

Get up-close and personal with some of our animals! Feed reticulated giraffes at Giraffe Overlook, rays at Stingray Bay, and lorikeets at Lorikeet Aviary. Feedings are subject to availability.

Upgrade your visit to Total Experience to enjoy this unique experience. This experience is unavailable for à la carte purchases.

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Zoo Map

Map image
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Asian Bamboo Gardens
Gardens at Trout River Plaza
Gardens at Range of the Jaguar
Savanna Blooms
River Valley Aviary
Wild Florida
Manatee Critical Care Center
African Forest
Tuxedo Coast
Land of the Tiger
Hornbill Aviary
Amphibian Conservation Center
Lorikeet Aviary
Emerald Forest Aviary
Lost Temple
Range of the Jaguar
Giraffe Overlook
Stingray Bay
Reptile Building
Plains of East Africa
Service Dog Break Station
Restroom
Restroom
The Trading Post
Service Dog Break Station
The Watering Hole
Kids Shop
Trout River Grill
Service Dog Break Station
Restroom
Great Lawn and 4D Theatre
Carousel
Restrooms
Service Dog Break Station
Rental Booth
Palm Plaza Café
Main Camp
Rental Booth
Restroom
Asian Bamboo Gardens
Rather than create an authentic garden specific to any one country or culture, we have created a garden that we hope will resonate with a diverse range of people and their experience of Asian cultures. See Gardens
Gardens at Trout River Plaza
This garden space features a partially-walled botanical garden plaza that serves as a gathering and event space and offers a beautiful view of the Trout River. See Gardens
Gardens at Range of the Jaguar
Set in a village at the edge of a neotropical rainforest, the Gardens of Range of the Jaguar feature unique exotic tropical plants from around the world. See Gardens
Savanna Blooms
This unique 2 acre garden, fashioned after a South African oasis, transitions from soft grasslands and fine textured acacia leaves into a bold contemporary garden at its core. See Gardens
River Valley Aviary
Home to exotic birds representing many different species, the River Valley Aviary is a two-story enclosure covering 9,000 square feet. It allows birds such as the yellow-billed stork, white-bellied bustard, and turacos to fly about freely. See Animal Exhibits
Wild Florida
Wild Florida is 2.5 acres of natural wetlands consisting of native animals and plants and is home to alligators, black bears, red wolves, whooping cranes, bald eagles, bobcats, white-tailed deer and an owl species. See Animal Exhibits
Manatee Critical Care Center
Our Manatee Critical Care Center provides limited and periodic views of manatees. However, due to the center only providing temporary housing, there may be times when no manatees are present in the pools. See Animal Exhibits
African Forest
With African Forest, we have combined the best in exhibit design, research, animal wellness, and interpretation; pushing our boundaries and charting a new zoo path. See Animal Exhibits
Tuxedo Coast
Don't miss our Magellanic Penguins! Watch them through a tunnel window as they swim overhead. See Animal Exhibits
Land of the Tiger
Come see tigers like you’ve never seen them before! The Malayan and Sumatran tigers, who call this exhibit home, are free to roam through the area via an innovative trail system. See Animal Exhibits
Hornbill Aviary
Amphibian Conservation Center
A sanctuary for amphibians, this Center allows you to see threatened amphibians, hear the sounds of those that are already extinct, and learn what you can do to help. See Animal Exhibits
Lorikeet Aviary
Hold a cup of nectar in your hand as your explore our Aviary and delight in the experience of feeding our friendly lorikeets. See Animals Exhibits
Emerald Forest Aviary
The Emerald Forest Aviary is home to giant otters, macaws, inca terns, cotton-top tamarins, and more. See Animal Exhibits
Lost Temple
Take the time to walk the winding halls of the captivating Lost Temple; to see bushmaster snakes, poison dart frogs, Utila spiny-tailed iguanas, and more. See Animal Exhibits
Range of the Jaguar
The Range of the Jaguar is a two-time national award-winning South American exhibit. Featuring jaguars, capybaras, Giant anteaters, and more. See Animal Exhibits
Giraffe Overlook
Take a stroll across the elevated viewing platform and get eye-to-eye with a giraffe. The covered boardwalk gives you a breathtaking view across a replica of the African Savanna. See Animal Exhibits
Stingray Bay
Pet and feed the stingrays in this fun and interactive exhibit! See Animal Exhibits
Reptile Building
Plains of East Africa
Walk along the 1,400-foot long boardwalk and see bongos, kudus, okapi and more in their large, open environment called the Plains of East Africa. See Animal Exhibits
Service Dog Break Station
Restroom
Restroom
The Trading Post
A great place to cool off with a frozen margarita and browse our collection of handcrafted, fair trade, and conservation-minded gifts. Open seasonally.
Service Dog Break Station
The Watering Hole
The Watering Hole is the perfect place to grab a local brew, as you enjoy a beautiful view of the Trout River. Open every weekend, 11am - 4pm, and during most special events.
Kids Shop
Between the Trout River Grill and the St. John’s River, you’ll find the Kid’s Shop! This souvenir stop is full of fun for all ages.
Trout River Grill
Offers sandwiches, hot dogs, hamburgers, ice cream, and pretzels at the back of the Zoo.
Service Dog Break Station
Restroom
Great Lawn and 4D Theatre
Check out our 4D Theater that brings on-screen images to life with special effects.
Carousel
Featuring gorgeous renditions of all your favorite wild animals, the Carousel is a classic. Come ride a tiger, okapi, or eagle and make it part of your family’s Zoo tradition!
Restrooms
Service Dog Break Station
Rental Booth
Located across from the train station, you can rent Wheelchairs, Scooters, Strollers, and Sensory Bags. See Rentals
Palm Plaza Café
Located in the Range of the Jaguar, the Palm Plaza Café offers a southwestern menu with nachos, burritos, tacos, sandwiches, and salads.
Main Camp
At Main Camp you will find our Main Camp Café, Mombasa Gift Shop, Guest Relations, Membership Office, Restrooms, ATM, Security, Lost and Found, and First Aid.
Rental Booth
Located across from the train station, you can rent Wheelchairs, Scooters, Strollers, and Sensory Bags. See Rentals
Restroom

 

PRINT MAP

In alignment with our conservation values, we have made the decision to reduce our carbon footprint by moving to a digital format for our Zoo Maps.

Our Map can be accessed on mobile devices, printed at home, or referenced on signage at Main Camp.

 

Keeper Chats and Feedings

Each day, we offer special demonstrations to watch around the Zoo. Activities may be a keeper chat or feeding with an animal to stimulate natural behaivor through physical and mental activities. Schedule is subject to change without notice.

 

Saturday

 

SAT

LOCATION

Stingray Bay Enrichment

9:30 am

Stingray Bay

Bats of Africa Chat  

10:00 am

Africa Loop

Asian Small-Clawed Otter Feeding 

11:30 am

Land of the Tiger

Bald Eagle Chat 

12:00 pm

Wild Florida

Elephant Chat 

12:30 pm

Elephant Plaza in Africa Loop

Komodo Dragon Chat  

2:30 pm

Before Land of the Tiger

Giant Otter Feeding  

2:30 pm

Emerald Forest Aviary in Range of the Jaguar

Cassowary Keeper Chat  

3:00 pm

Australia

Sunday

 

SUN

LOCATION

Stingray Bay Enrichment

9:30 am

Stingray Bay

Bats of Africa Chat  

10:00 am

Africa Loop

Asian Small-Clawed Otter Feeding 

11:30 am

Land of the Tiger

Bald Eagle Chat 

12:00 pm

Wild Florida

Elephant Chat  

12:30 pm

Elephant Plaza in Africa Loop

Komodo Dragon Chat  

2:30 pm

Before Land of the Tiger

Giant Otter Feeding  

2:30 pm

Emerald Forest Aviary in Range of the Jaguar

Cassowary Keeper Chat  

3:00 pm

Australia

Monday

 

MON

LOCATION

Asian Small-Clawed Otter Feeding 

11:30 am

Land of the Tiger

Elephant Chat  

12:30 pm

Elephant Plaza in Africa Loop

Black Bear Chat

2:00 pm

Wild Florida

Tuesday

 

TUE

LOCATION

Asian Small-Clawed Otter Feeding 

11:30 am

Land of the Tiger

Elephant Chat

12:30 pm

Elephant Plaza in Africa Loop

Manatee Chat  

2:00 pm

Wild Florida

Wednesday

 

WED

LOCATION

Asian Small-Clawed Otter Feeding 

11:30 am

Land of the Tiger

Elephant Chat

12:30 pm

Elephant Plaza in Africa Loop

Black Bear Chat  

2:00 pm

Wild Florida

Thursday

 

THUR

LOCATION

Asian Small-Clawed Otter Feeding 

11:30 am

Land of the Tiger

Elephant Chat

12:30 pm

Elephant Plaza in Africa Loop

Manatee Chat  

2:00 pm

Wild Florida

Friday

 

FRI

LOCATION

Bats of Africa Chat  

10:00 am

Africa Loop

Asian Small-Clawed Otter Feeding 

11:30 am

Land of the Tiger

Bald Eagle Chat 

12:00 pm

Wild Florida

Elephant Chat  

12:30 pm

Elephant Plaza in Africa Loop

Restaurants and Retail Stores

We offer a selection of food for every appetite. Grab lunch for your family on your next trip to the Zoo, something sweet to treat yourself, or an adult beverage to enjoy with our river views. We also have a variety of souvenirs to commemorate your visit.

 

Mombasa Gift Shop

Take home a souvenir! We have something for every guest, from shirts and jackets, to mugs and books, to stuffed animals and toys, and many eco-friendly products.

Main Camp Café

This snack bar offers drinks, popcorn, ice cream, and other quick refreshments as you enter the park. It also proudly serves Starbucks Coffee!

Village Sweet Shop

Located in Range of the Jaguar, the Village Sweet Shop offers old-fashioned sweets, homemade fudge, and Blue Bell ice cream.

Palm Plaza Café

Located in the Range of the Jaguar, the Palm Plaza Café offers a south-American menu with hand-breaded chicken, fries and salads. Veggie and gluten-free options available. Open Saturday and Sunday only.

Trout River Grill

This American-style fast casual restaurant offers sandwiches, hot dogs, hamburgers, ice cream, and pretzels at the back of the Zoo. Veggie and gluten-free options available.

Kona Ice

Cool off year-round with a shaved ice treat from one of our Kona Ice trucks. Choose as much flavor as you want or create your own combination with the Flavorwave.

 

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