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Denver Zoo - What To Know BEFORE You Go

Denver Zoo

Located in the northern corner of Denver’s City Park, the Denver Zoo is the city’s most visited family-friendly attraction. This 80-acre (32-hectare park is home to over 700 species, including some of the world’s rarest animals like the Amur leopard, Siberian tiger, and black rhino. Most animals live within naturalistic habitats, an idea the zoo pioneered with its construction of Bear Mountain in 1906.

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March 1–Oct 31 9am–5pm; Nov 1–Feb 28 10am–4pm

2300 Steele Street, Denver, 80205

The basics

To save on admission, pick up a Denver CityPASS and receive discounted admission to the zoo as well as other city sights like the Downtown Aquarium and the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. Kids won’t want to miss a ride around the zoo’s carousel meadow aboard the Denver Zoo Railroad or the daily elephant shows at the McGrath Family Amphitheater. For a memorable visit, book an up-close animal encounter with penguins, rhinos, sea lions, or tigers.

Things to know before you go

The Denver Zoo is a must-see for animal lovers and families with young children.
The zoo is huge so make a list of the animals you want to see and plan your route before your visit.
Visitors are welcome to bring in their own food and drink, but glass bottles and straws are not allowed.
The Denver Zoo is wheelchair and stroller accessible and wheelchairs and electric scooters are available for rent at the entry gate.

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When to get there

The Denver Zoo is open daily March through October, with slightly shorter hours November through February. The zoo is busiest on weekends, school holidays, and weekday afternoons, so visit outside that time if you wish to avoid the crowds. Late spring, when many baby zoo animals first make their appearance, is a great time to visit.

Denver Zoo Lights

Each holiday season, the Denver Zoo gets festive with illuminated animal sculptures and millions of twinkling lights. With live entertainment and an appearance by Santa and Mrs. Claus, Denver Zoo Lights is one of the city’s most popular holiday events. Tickets are limited and sell out fast so make sure to get yours at least a week in advance.

Denver Zoo

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