Enjoy a day at the zoo – Explore the animal habitats, attend zookeeper chats, feed some animals, ride the train, bring a picnic and find a treasure in the gift shop. Personalize your visit – Schedule a private animal encounter.

Want an up-close-and-personal animal encounter? We offer private experiences for small groups, along with a zoo staff member from the education department who will introduce you to the ambassador animals, tell you about their species and answer questions.

Austin Zoo currently has over 300 animals from over 100 different species, [2] including African lions, Bengal tigers, cougars, three species of monkeys, black bears, ring-tailed lemurs, and porcupines.

Explore the animal habitats, attend zookeeper chats, feed some animals, ride the train, bring a picnic and find a treasure in the gift shop.

Mar 7, 2023 · Open year-round, the animal sanctuary and rescue houses more than 300 animals of 100 different species. Featuring a feeding area, a train ride and regular educational demonstrations, kids and adults alike will enjoy visiting the Austin Zoo!

Feb 11, 2024 · The zoo has a wide variety of animals, starting from Bengal Tigers, African Lions, and Galapagos Tortoise to the locally available North American Black Bears. In this article, we share everything you must know before buying your Austin Zoo tickets.

Jan 27, 2025 · With over 300 animals representing over 100 different species, Austin Zoo offers endless opportunities for discovery and connection. Over 237,000 individuals visit Austin Zoo annually, including tens of thousands of students and teachers visiting on field trips.

The Austin Zoo is a sanctuary focusing on rescue, conservation, and education, nestled in the Hill Country. It began as a goat ranch in 1990, transitioning to a zoo in 1994 with a variety of exotic animals. In 2000, it became a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.

Nov 27, 2024 · AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin Zoo is a nonprofit rescue zoo located about 25 minutes west of downtown. The zoo is home to dozens of species, ranging anywhere from tiny lizards to tigers and lions.

Our animals currently include lions, tigers, bears, primates, exotic birds, reptiles, farm animals, exotic deer, a red kangaroo, binturongs, foxes, Northern timber wolf, wolf hybrids, kinkajous, coatimundis, and other small mammals. Parking is free of charge.