Assiniboine Park Zoo
Quick Facts
- Location
- Canada, Winnipeg
- Category
- Sightseeing
- Duration
- About 3–4 hours (incl. grounds)
- Opening Hours
- Daily 09:00-16:00 · The zoo visit page opens the site seven days a week all year unless noted, 9am to 4pm with the gates closing at 3.30pm, keeps Remembrance Day to 1 to 4pm, shuts on December 25 and otherwise runs regular hours on Louis Riel Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, Victoria Day, Terry Fox Day, Labour Day, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Boxing Day, New Year Eve and New Year Day. It also flags Toucan Ridge closed for maintenance from 16 to 20 November, with the Tama Grill at 9 to 4 and Wild Things gifts at 10 to 4.
- Ticket Price
- Adult: Adults 18 to 59 pay 25.70 dollars at the gate and 23.35 bought online · Senior: Seniors from 60 pay 22.50 at the gate and 20.45 online · None of the rates include GST; online tickets stay valid 90 days from purchase and cannot be refunded; the entrance takes cash, debit, MasterCard and Visa; groups of 25 or more get special pricing; a visitor needing a support worker pays the full rate while the support person enters free, with those tickets sold only at the door; CFOne card holders take 10 percent off regular admission and can also apply it to individual, dual or family memberships, not stacked with other offers.
- Address
- Assiniboine Park Zoo, 2595 Roblin Boulevard, Winnipeg
- Coordinates
- 49.8614, -97.2351
Introduction
Assiniboine Park Zoo, within Winnipeg's Assiniboine Park, is one of Canada's premier zoos and a leader in polar displays. Its signature 'Journey to the North' and 'Polar Bear Passage' let visitors watch swimming polar bears, seals and belugas through a glass tunnel evoking the Arctic Ocean—a powerful window into conservation. Tropical, African savanna and Australian zones round out the day, and seasonal events like Zoo Lights extend the appeal. For families, it is Winnipeg's best half-day nature outing.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Opening Hours
| Monday | 09:00-16:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:00-16:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00-16:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00-16:00 |
| Friday | 09:00-16:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00-16:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00-16:00 |
The zoo visit page opens the site seven days a week all year unless noted, 9am to 4pm with the gates closing at 3.30pm, keeps Remembrance Day to 1 to 4pm, shuts on December 25 and otherwise runs regular hours on Louis Riel Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, Victoria Day, Terry Fox Day, Labour Day, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Boxing Day, New Year Eve and New Year Day. It also flags Toucan Ridge closed for maintenance from 16 to 20 November, with the Tama Grill at 9 to 4 and Wild Things gifts at 10 to 4.
Ticket Information
| Adult | Adults 18 to 59 pay 25.70 dollars at the gate and 23.35 bought online |
|---|---|
| Senior | Seniors from 60 pay 22.50 at the gate and 20.45 online |
| Student | Students with valid ID pay 22.50 at the gate and 20.45 online |
| Child | Children of 3 to 17 pay 14.60 at the gate and 13.25 online |
| Free Admission | Two and under are free at both counters, on general zoo admission only |
None of the rates include GST; online tickets stay valid 90 days from purchase and cannot be refunded; the entrance takes cash, debit, MasterCard and Visa; groups of 25 or more get special pricing; a visitor needing a support worker pays the full rate while the support person enters free, with those tickets sold only at the door; CFOne card holders take 10 percent off regular admission and can also apply it to individual, dual or family memberships, not stacked with other offers.
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Assiniboine Park Zoo?
Monday: 09:00-16:00; Tuesday: 09:00-16:00; Wednesday: 09:00-16:00; Thursday: 09:00-16:00; Friday: 09:00-16:00; Saturday: 09:00-16:00; Sunday: 09:00-16:00; The zoo visit page opens the site seven days a week all year unless noted, 9am to 4pm with the gates closing at 3.30pm, keeps Remembrance Day to 1 to 4pm, shuts on December 25 and otherwise runs regular hours on Louis Riel Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, Victoria Day, Terry Fox Day, Labour Day, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Boxing Day, New Year Eve and New Year Day. It also flags Toucan Ridge closed for maintenance from 16 to 20 November, with the Tama Grill at 9 to 4 and Wild Things gifts at 10 to 4.
How much is the admission for Assiniboine Park Zoo?
Adult: Adults 18 to 59 pay 25.70 dollars at the gate and 23.35 bought online; Senior: Seniors from 60 pay 22.50 at the gate and 20.45 online; Student: Students with valid ID pay 22.50 at the gate and 20.45 online; Child: Children of 3 to 17 pay 14.60 at the gate and 13.25 online; Free Admission: Two and under are free at both counters, on general zoo admission only; None of the rates include GST; online tickets stay valid 90 days from purchase and cannot be refunded; the entrance takes cash, debit, MasterCard and Visa; groups of 25 or more get special pricing; a visitor needing a support worker pays the full rate while the support person enters free, with those tickets sold only at the door; CFOne card holders take 10 percent off regular admission and can also apply it to individual, dual or family memberships, not stacked with other offers.
Any practical tips for visiting Assiniboine Park Zoo?
Polar exhibits are indoors—comfortable even in winter. Arrive early to avoid school groups in peak season.
How long should I spend at Assiniboine Park Zoo?
A typical visit takes About 3–4 hours (incl. grounds).
