Saint Louis Zoo

Saint Louis Zoo Home to 12,000 animals, representing 450 species. Enjoying an adventure every time you visit. Knowing a discovery will be made around each corner.
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You’re at the Saint Louis Zoo, a get-away destination that brings together more than 16,000* wild animals and 3,000,000 visitors each year. Voted America's top free attraction, the Zoo is located on 90 acres in beautiful Forest Park, and home to more than 600 species of animals, many of them rare and endangered. It is one of the few free zoos in the nation. Since its inception in 1910, the Zoo has

been renowned for its beautiful naturalistic exhibits and for its diverse collection of animals from the major continents and biomes of the world. It is widely recognized for its animal management, wildlife conservation and research.

For the safety of our guests, employees and volunteers, the Saint Louis Zoo will close early at 3 p.m. today, Monday, De...
12/01/2025

For the safety of our guests, employees and volunteers, the Saint Louis Zoo will close early at 3 p.m. today, Monday, Dec. 1, due inclement weather. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Caught red handed: Me devouring the Thanksgiving leftovers. 🦃
11/30/2025

Caught red handed: Me devouring the Thanksgiving leftovers. 🦃

Due to inclement weather and for the safety of our guests and staff, Wild Lights presented by Commerce Bank is canceled ...
11/29/2025

Due to inclement weather and for the safety of our guests and staff, Wild Lights presented by Commerce Bank is canceled for tonight, Saturday, Nov. 29. We apologize for the inconvenience. If you have purchased tickets for tonight’s event, you will receive a full refund on the debit or credit card used to purchase. The Zoo will do its best to issue refunds in a timely manner.

If you wish to purchase tickets for another evening you may do so at stlzoo.org/wildlights. At this time, we are not able to exchange tickets. Wild Lights is open on select nights through Dec. 28.

For the safety of our guests, employees and volunteers, the Saint Louis Zoo will be closed today, Saturday, Nov. 29, due...
11/29/2025

For the safety of our guests, employees and volunteers, the Saint Louis Zoo will be closed today, Saturday, Nov. 29, due inclement weather. Breakfast with Santa is canceled for this morning. We apologize for the inconvenience.

If you have purchased tickets for today’s Breakfast with Santa, you will receive a full refund on the debit or credit card used to purchase. The Zoo will do its best to issue refunds in a timely manner. At this time, we are not able to exchange tickets. We apologize for the inconvenience.

“Jet-zilla” had a smashing time with his birthday enrichment! 🐘😉Keepers turned the Asian elephant habitat into a tiny ci...
11/28/2025

“Jet-zilla” had a smashing time with his birthday enrichment! 🐘😉

Keepers turned the Asian elephant habitat into a tiny city to celebrate Jet’s first birthday. Cardboard buildings hid dozens of fruit and ice treats for Jet, Jade and “Auntie” Sri to enjoy. Happy birthday, Jet!

‘Twas the day before Wild Lights and all through the Zoo, the animals stirred, waiting for you! Wild Lights presented by...
11/28/2025

‘Twas the day before Wild Lights and all through the Zoo, the animals stirred, waiting for you! Wild Lights presented by Commerce Bank starts tonight, Friday, Nov. 28. 👏

Share your memories with us by using or tagging . You might be featured on Zoo channels later this season! 😉

Secure your spot for this glowing event at stlzoo.org/wildlights. High demand evenings may sell out quickly.

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃 From icy “turkeys” to festive feasts, our animals got in the holiday spirit with special enrichment treats this week.

Wishing you a warm and happy Thanksgiving from everyone here at the Saint Louis Zoo! The Zoo is open 9 a.m.-2 p.m. today and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily.

Bring your appetite! Limited spots remain for Mrs. Claus' Dinner. 🤶🍽️ Settle in for a cozy meal with Mrs. Claus and frie...
11/26/2025

Bring your appetite! Limited spots remain for Mrs. Claus' Dinner. 🤶🍽️

Settle in for a cozy meal with Mrs. Claus and friends, held nightly Monday–Friday, Dec. 15–19. Ticket purchase also includes admission to Wild Lights presented by Commerce Bank and a "fast pass" to visit Santa at Wild Lights.

Registration closes Thursday, Dec. 4. Reserve your spot at stlzoo.org/events!

11/25/2025

The joyful camel frolicking you didn’t know you needed today. 🐪🐪🐪

Last week, our three resident Bactrian camels at Saint Louis Zoo WildCare Park — Jasper, Opal and Sardonyx — became the first animals to explore the park’s 63-acre Woodland Safari pasture. Judging by those gallops, they approve!

The pasture will be one of two centerpiece safari habitats at WildCare Park, the Zoo's conservation center and safari park in development in north St. Louis County.

When the park opens in 2027, guided safari truck tours will take guests through this habitat to see many species living side-by-side including southern white rhinos, eland, impala, sable antelope, ostrich and, of course, camels!

It’s the most festive week of the year! 🦃 The Zoo is open 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Thanksgiving Day and 9 a.m.–4 p.m. daily. 🎀 Keep...
11/24/2025

It’s the most festive week of the year! 🦃 The Zoo is open 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Thanksgiving Day and 9 a.m.–4 p.m. daily. 🎀 Keep the celebration going with Wild Lights presented by Commerce Bank starting Friday, Nov. 28!

Learn more about this week's festivities at stlzoo.org/wildlights.

11/23/2025

How is Jet already ONE YEAR OLD? 🎂🎉

In 2024, Jet became the first Asian elephant born through artificial insemination at the Saint Louis Zoo. Since then, he’s quickly captured the hearts of many Zoo guests and his passionate animal care team.

Jet spent his first year playing, exploring and learning from mom Jade and “Auntie” Sri. Now, at one year old, Jet is a playful, curious and energetic calf, already weighing 985 pounds!

We're celebrating Jet’s big day with a look back on some of his big milestones and cutest moments. Happy birthday, Jet! 🥳

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1 Government Drive
St. Louis, MO
63110

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm
Sunday 9am - 4pm

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+13147810900

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