Parking Options & Alternatives The Houston Zoo does not have its own parking lot; free parking is available in Hermann Park. Guests can park in Lots G, F, E, H and I as indicated on the Hermann Park Parking Map. An additional parking option is the Centennial Gardens, Lot C on the Hermann Park Parking Map.

Guest Services & FAQs. You can rent strollers, scooters, wheelchairs and wagons to help you get around the Zoo. Check our rules for what you can or can’t bring into the Zoo. This information and more is available on our Guest Services and FAQs page.

The Houston Zoo sits on City of Houston-owned land, and therefore, should not be allowed to prohibit concealed or open carry of a handgun by valid License to Carry (“LTC”) holders.

Houston is home to one of the best zoos in the country. Travel & Leisure has named Houston Zoo among the top 9 best Zoos because of their ethical and great care for animals. Each year, the Zoo welcomes over two million guests, making the zoo the second most visited wildlife park in the United States.

Penguins Coming to the Zoo With sea lions, giant tortoises, sharks, and more, Galápagos Islands will add an extraordinary immersive experience to Houston’s world-class zoo. Humboldt penguins are a great fit for Houston, since they originate from Chile and Peru in South America where it can get as warm as 100 degrees.

Guest Services & FAQs. You can rent strollers, scooters, wheelchairs and wagons to help you get around the Zoo. Wi-fi is available in select areas.

the San Diego Zoo
Approximately 175 million people — about half of America’s population — visit a zoo or aquarium each year, according to the AZA, a nonprofit accreditation organization. And more than 3.2 million choose the San Diego Zoo, making it the most popular in America.

All food and beverage locations are credit card only. Outside food, drink, and coolers are allowed. For the safety of the animals, guests may NOT bring: Alcoholic beverages.

Houston zoo has days that are FREE for all citizens of America. Additionally, the museums also have free days.

Trying to tame crowds that have overwhelmed area parking lots, the Houston Zoo is moving its free admission days to certain Tuesdays throughout the year. Starting this week, the zoo will offer free admission beginning at 2 p.m. the first Tuesday of every month — replacing the existing schedule that allowed free admission on five designated holidays.

Regardless of type, the costs of running a zoo are very high. The San Diego Zoo spends up to $150 million every year. Other well kept zoos probably cost as much, if not more. Building and Construction. A zoo is very complex. There is more to it than just building homes for animals. For example, there are the edifices all around.

Zoo Hours and Location. The Houston Zoo is located in the Museum District at Hermann Park . The only day the Houston Zoo is closed is on Christmas Day. Between March 11 and November 4, hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. From November 5 to March 10, hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.