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Phoenix Zoo: Explore 3,000 Animals in Papago Park
3.8
133 Ratings
Phoenix
Experience outdoor adventures and discover over 3,000 exotic animals at the Phoenix Zoo. Create lifelong memories with Bornean orangutans, Asian elephants, Sumatran tigers, and more!
Experience outdoor adventures and discover over 3,000 exotic animals at the Phoenix Zoo. Create lifelong memories with Bornean orangutans, Asian elephants, Sumatran tigers, and more!
Duration:
1 day
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Phoenix Zoo - Since 1962, the Phoenix Zoo has inspired and motivated guests from across the world to care for the natural world. Nestled on 125 acres within beautiful Papago Park the Zoo is a wondrous place of curiosity, imagination and discovery. Featuring over 3,000 animals, including Bornean orangutans, Asian elephants, Sumatran tigers, Komodo…
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Phoenix Zoo - Since 1962, the Phoenix Zoo has inspired and motivated guests from across the world to care for the natural world. Nestled on 125 acres within beautiful Papago Park the Zoo is a wondrous place of curiosity, imagination and discovery. Featuring over 3,000 animals, including Bornean orangutans, Asian elephants, Sumatran tigers, Komodo dragons, Masai giraffes and many more
With outdoor cafs, shops, lush gardens, water landscapes and exciting up-close animal encounters like Stingray Bay, your visit will be memorable for the entire family. Other not to be missed activities include the Safari Cruiser and Endangered Species Carousel.
As a non-profit, the Zoo relies solely on admissions, memberships, donations and sponsorships to continue conservation initiatives, educational programs and the care of our animals. So join us today and help support this unforgettable Valley gem!
What's Included
- General Admission for one day
- General Admission for one day
What's Not Included
- Food and Beverages
- Hotel pick-up and dropoff
- Food and Beverages
- Hotel pick-up and dropoff
Additional Information
Exciting expeditions. Unforgettable experiences. Welcome to Zoo We Are! Situated on 125 superb acres in the stunning Papago Park, the Phoenix Zoo is a magical realm of interest, creativity, and exploration. With a collection of more than 3,000 creatures - from Bornean orangutans to Asian elephants, Sumatran tigers, Komodo dragons, Masai giraffes and…
Exciting expeditions. Unforgettable experiences. Welcome to Zoo We Are! Situated on 125 superb acres in the stunning Papago Park, the Phoenix Zoo is a magical realm of interest, creativity, and exploration. With a collection of more than 3,000 creatures - from Bornean orangutans to Asian elephants, Sumatran tigers, Komodo dragons, Masai giraffes and beyond — it offers a unique experience unlike anywhere else in the Valley! Stop by today and make lasting memories!
Location
Phoenix Zoo
North Galvin Parkway
Present this original E-Ticket at any open admission turnstile. This E-Ticket contains a unique barcode valid for One Entry ticket to the Zoo. This E-Ticket becomes Invalid once scanned and may not be re-used.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
3.8
(133 Ratings)
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Melissa_p
May 1, 2025
Love the zoo - I have been gone for about 30 years I used to go here alot as a kid I finally moved back home to Phoenix and couldn't wait to visit the place i had so many great childhood memories
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Shbaker802
Apr 18, 2025
Thoughtfully Laid Out - We’ve been to a lot of zoos around the United States and even overseas and this definitely was in the top 20%. Very thoughtfully laid out and spread out so even if it’s busy, it doesn’t feel crowded. Yes, you’re in the Arizona desert, but there’s lots of shade.
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Rochelleg709
Apr 17, 2025
Beautiful zoo - This is a lovely zoo. Has a gift shop , a water play area for the little ones. There is giraffe feeding available. And live Camel rides. We rented motor scooters in the shape of animals and drove around the zoo. It was a wonderful experience. Plenty of parking. Wonderful and kind staff
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Lisak11079498
Apr 11, 2025
Beautiful - What a great way to spend a day. It is very large. It was clean, the people that work there are friendly and informative. There is gentle music playing through the park. Some areas are paved and some areas are gravel. There is even a stable. There a cooling stations throughout— def needed in AZ.
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Claire_l
Mar 19, 2025
Love the Zoo! - The Phoenix Zoo is wonderful, clean, well-laid out. The options for people that need mobility devices was nice
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Cindy_r
Apr 21, 2025
Phoenix zoo - Try to go either later in afternoon when the animals get fed or in the earlier morning (around 9 when zoo opens) before it gets hot and the animals are i in the shade and tough to see.
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Ronoron63
May 29, 2025
Unmet potential - This zoo and layout has a lot of unmet potential. There are large enclosures with few animals. I’m not convinced they have an elephant. Could be a great zoo, but needs work.
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Goplaces721181
May 6, 2025
Could do better - The zoo is extensive and quite a lot of walking but not a problem to us.
We are seasoned travellers and is lacking compared with many zoos we have visited.
It lacks major animals! One bear, One tiger, Only saw one giraffe though supposed to be more, one leopard, etc. No elephant. Most of the big cats except the lions had no company and exhibited classic boredom pacing back and fourth. Lots of empty exhibits, got annoyed seeing "Animals temporarily off exhibitive". Some of cages and enclosures poor and not up to modern standards.
Most cafes closed. Nowhere to get food.
Pricey for what it is then you have to pay extra to see manta rays etc.
Bit dissappointing.
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Cmost
Apr 28, 2025
Zoo disappointing and expensive - The zoo is set in a beautiful area and extremely well kept and clean and open. But we thought it was too spread and very few animals compared to other zoos. We also took the shuttle tour and it was short and we really didn't learn much from the tour and wouldn't recommend spending the money. And we think the entrance fee was high, and the zoo wasn't worth the money.
Much more beautiful things to spend your time and money on in the area.
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Nancy_e
Mar 11, 2025
No giraffes or elephants... - No giraffes or elephants were present. Heard from someone else that the zoo no longer had elephants. We did enjoy the little monkeys in their habitat
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