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Houston Zoo

📍 Houston Zoo, 6200, Hermann Park Drive, University Place, Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77030, United States
Houston Zoo
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Introduction

Houston Zoo is located within Hermann Park in Houston, one of Texas's most popular zoos, welcoming over 2 million visitors annually. This 55-acre zoo houses over 6,000 animals representing more than 900 species, being one of the few American zoos with a dedicated aquarium. The zoo is organized into themed areas including African Forest, Asian Rainforest, Texas Wildlife, Children's Zoo, and Kipp Aquarium. Signature experiences include giraffe feeding, close rhino encounters, African penguin viewing, and rainforest trail walks. Committed to wildlife conservation and education, the zoo contributes to global endangered species protection through multiple conservation programs, making it an ideal family destination for exploring the natural world.

✨ Highlights

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African Forest
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Asian Rainforest Trail
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Kipp Aquarium
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Children's Zoo
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Wildlife Conservation

🛈 Practical Info

→Hours：Open daily 9am-7pm, last entry 5pm; closed December 25
→Admission：Adults 13-64 $28.50, children 2-12 $18.50, seniors 65+ $23.50, under 2 free
→Transportation：About 10 minutes drive from downtown; MetroRail Red Line to Hermann Park station
→Best Time to Visit：October-April for cooler weather; weekdays less crowded; animals more active in morning
→Duration：Allow 3-4 hours; families may spend a full day

💡 Tips

• Online tickets offer discounts and skip-the-line access; book ahead for holidays and weekends
• Large grounds require extensive walking; comfortable shoes and breathable clothing essential
• Houston heat is intense; bring sunscreen, hats, and plenty of water for summer visits
• Get daily activity schedule at entry; plan around animal feeding and keeper talk times

FAQ

Any practical tips for visiting Houston Zoo?

Online tickets offer discounts and skip-the-line access; book ahead for holidays and weekends Large grounds require extensive walking; comfortable shoes and breathable clothing essential

Information on this page is compiled from public sources. Opening hours, ticket prices and other details may change — please verify with official sources before your visit.