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Hours:

9:00 am–5:00 pm

 

Directions

370 Zoo Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32218

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Admission Rates

Total Experience Tickets are now available!

We are limiting the number of guests each day to maintain appropriate physical distancing.

Please read on for pricing. To learn more about our guidelines, click here.

 

Total Experience Tickets

Advance, Online Purchase Only

Adults (13 to 64)...............$32.95
Seniors (65+)......................$30.95
Children (3 to 12)..............$25.95
Children (2 and under)........Free

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

BUY TICKETS

Select the month and date you would like to visit as well as the number of adults and children (3-12) in your party. 

Tickets are only valid for date specified. No refunds. 

Members: See Member Access section below for Total Experience Admission. 

 

General Admission

Advance, online Purchase only

Adults (13 to 64)...............$24.95
Seniors (65+)......................$22.95
Children (3 to 12).............$19.95
Children (2 and under)........Free

BUY TICKETS

Select the month and date you would like to visit as well as the number of adults and children (3-12) in your party.

Tickets are only valid for date specified. No refunds.

Online tickets are required for all guests and must be purchased in advance.

 

 

Member Access

Advance Reservations, online only

Reservations are free for Members and only valid for date specified. Members must bring membership card and digital reservation for entry.

MAKE A RESERVATION

Select the month and date you would like to visit as well as the adults and children (3-12) in your party, covered by your membership. 

 

+ Member Guests

Adults (13 to 64)...............$12.00
Seniors (65+)......................$12.00
Children (3 to 12)..............$12.00
Children (2 and under)........Free

BUY Guest TICKETS

Reservations are only valid for date specified. Limit 5 Member Guest Tickets per day.

 

Member Total Experience Admission

Advance, online purchase only 

Adults (13 to 64)...............$8.00
Seniors (65+).......................$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). *No á la carte purchases.

UPGRADE NOW

Select the month and date you would like to visit as well as the number of adults and children (3-12) in your party. 

Upgrade only valid for date specified. No refunds. 

 

Add Ons

Included with Total Experience Tickets

*No á la carte purchases.

4D Theater

Now Showing:  Mowgli's 4D Jungle Adventure

 

Adventure awaits in our 4D Theater! Check out Mowgli’s 4D Jungle Adventure for a chance to explore the jungle with fearless Mowgli and his animal friends! Never one to back down from a challenge, Mowgli sets out with the goofy sloth bear Baloo and powerful black panther Bagheera to rescue tiger cubs from evil poachers.

 

 

 

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.

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.

Animal Feedings

Animal Feedings with Stingrays, Giraffes, and Lorikeets

Here at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, guests with Total Experience tickets have the opportunity to feed some of their favorite animals!

Zoo Map

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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.

 

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