In order to ensure a great Zoo experience and entrance, online tickets are required. You can purchase tickets for general admission in advance or the day of your visit here. If you need assistance purchasing tickets, please call us at 952-431-9200 – we’re happy to help!

Members have the option to get tickets online–or– use the special Member Walk-Up Lane. Please present Membership card (physical or digital) along with a photo ID at the entrance.

Yes! No additional ticket is needed to explore the Treetop Trail. During cold-weather months, the Treetop Trail will open, weather permitting, by noon each day to allow for any needed snow removal and winter maintenance. The trail will close 30 minutes prior to the Zoo’s closing time.

For schools/youth field trip registration and pricing, please visit our Plan A Field Trip Page.

For all other groups, please visit our Groups Page.

Per guidance from the State of Minnesota, face coverings are optional. We encourage everyone to continue taking precautions for personal comfort and safety.

Tickets are valid only for the day selected. Running late? No need to call to notify us. We look forward to seeing you when you arrive.

The Bee Hive (indoor), is open. Hanifl Family Wild Woods, Woodland Adventure, Dino Hideout and Splash Pad are open.

Conservation Carousel  is opens.  (Guests 42” and taller cost $4 per ride; those under 42” are free with a paying adult).

Yes. Call of the Wild Food Court is open. Tasty treats at the Trek Kitchen include mac & cheese topped with crispy chicken or pulled pork. Sweet tooths will love Scoop’d, serving Sebastian Joe’s ice cream and Icees. Call of the Wild is open daily, 10 am - 3 pm. Plus, Penguin Café welcomes you with an updated menu and look.

Strollers are available to rent on a first come, first serve basis.  Single strollers are $8.00 and Double strollers are $11.00.

ECV’s are $30 for the day, on a first come, first served basis.  Manual wheelchairs are free on a first come, first served basis.  We hold a photo identification for both ECV’s and manual wheelchairs.

The Minnesota Zoo is open rain or shine. However, in the event that the Zoo determines a severe weather evacuation is necessary, we will work with you to reschedule your tickets for an alternative date. 

Learn more about how to apply your daytime admission tickets to a membership the same day as your visit by visiting the Guest Services desk or by calling 952.431.9200.

To ensure safety for all, feeding and touching of animals is currently limited. The Discovery Bay tide pool and estuary is now open on a limited basis and with additional safety measures in place.

All discounts, coupons, and other special offers will be applied on a case-by-case basis based on various criteria that meet strategic goals. If you are uncertain about any tickets, coupons, discounts, or other special offers, please contact us at 952.431.9200. For questions regarding the AZA reciprocal admission program, please click here.

Please plan to arrive at your purchased date and time. If you need to exchange your date and time please call 952-431-9200.

Yes, the program will cover your visit. Advanced reservations by phone are required and a parking fee will be charged at the time of your reservation. Click here for more information.

Members can visit starting at 9 a.m. daily and wake up with the Zoo. During this special hour, animals will begin getting ready for their day by moving from their behind-the-scenes habitat into their public ones. Some animals are more active in the morning than others, so you may not see everyone- but this hour is a perfect opportunity for you to enjoy a quiet escape into the natural beauty and wonder of the Zoo. Become a Member and you can have early access every day, too!

Yes, you can bring your own food and lockers are available for rent. The Zoo is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Please be mindful of allergy prone foods such as nuts when eating in public spaces.