Zoo
Hours
Open
from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The
Zoo is closed December 25th, and closes early (at noon) on Thanksgiving
Day.
Parking
There is ample free parking near the zoo entrance. (See map.)
Directions
The Zoo is located off of Randolph Way, just north of 22nd Street. Randolph Way is the first street west of Alvernon. (See map.)
Admission Fees
$6.00 adults ages 15-61
$4.00 seniors ages 62 and over
$2.00 children ages 2-14
FREE for children under 2 years
Reserved school groups $0.50 per child
FREE for members. (Learn more about the benefits of membership.)
Group Rates
A 10% discount is offered to groups of 15 or more. One person must make a single payment to receive the discount.
Wheelchairs and Strollers
Wheelchairs are available, with a $5 rental fee, at the Jungle Market
gift shop with an ID deposit. Single and double strollers are available
for daily rental.
Bus Line
The zoo is located within walking distance of the 22nd Street bus line. (See map.) Take bus #7 to Reid Park.
Best Time to Visit
Animals tend to be most active and visitor attendance tends to be lowest early in the morning and just prior to closing. Looking for solitude? Try visiting during the fall. School crowds are nominal and the weather is fabulous! School group visits are popular each morning March through May. This is a great time to visit if you enjoy the hustle and bustle of youngsters exploring their Zoo.
Visit Length
We suggest you allow yourself two hours to see most of the Zoo. Even better, plan to visit often, and really explore one part of the Zoo on each visit.
Amenities
Maps and self-guided
tour brochures are available at the entrance in English and Spanish.
A variety of snacks, drinks, and lunch options are available at The
Zoofari Café. The Jungle Market offers a wide range of souvenirs,
books, toys, and clothing. Food service and gift shopping are available
during regular business hours.
520-791-4022
24 hour Recorded
Information Line
Other Tips for a Great Visit
Remember
that all of the Zoo's animals are wild. Please don't feed any of
the animals or chase any of the naturally roaming animals such as
peacocks, geese, squirrels, and other creatures you'll see at the
zoo.
Learn
more about fun, educational progams for non-school
groups, and school field
trip opportunities.
Keep
an eye out for docents, who are dressed in tan pants and white or
red shirts. They often have "touch stations" and other things to
look at and are always happy to share interesting information about
the animals. Consider becoming a volunteer and share your own interest
with others!
Bring
binoculars so you can see animals REALLY close up.
For
the safety of animals and guests, bicycles, skateboards, rollerblades,
and skates are not allowed inside the zoo. Outside food, straws,
drink cup lids, glass, balloons and cans are also restricted.
Other
inquiries or concerns
We care about
your visit being as comfortable and fun as possible. If you
have questions or concerns that aren't answered on our web site,
please feel free to email us—
- Susan
Basford,
Zoo Administrator
Scott Barton,
General Curator
Vivian VanPeenen,
Education Curator
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©2006 Tucson Zoological Society
Enhancing the value of Reid Park Zoo to the Community
Tucson
Zoological Society
1030 South Randolph Way, Tucson, Arizona 85716
Phone:
520-881-4753 FAX: 520-881-1450
Office
Hours: 8 a.m.–4 p.m., Monday–Friday
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