
We encourage you to utilize weather appropriate dress and wear comfortable shoes made for walking. In the Rio Grande Valley the summer months are very hot and humid. There is a lot to see at the Gladys Porter Zoo and many of our animals are in outdoor exhibits.
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Take advantage of the benefits of membership like free admission every day during regular Zoo hours. If the Zoo has an event scheduled like Boo at the Zoo or Zoo Nights & Lights, you are encouraged to buy tickets in advance to avoid having to wait in long lines.ĭo You Visit Often or Want to Visit More? See what events and programs are going on the day you’ll be visiting. Check out our online calendar to get the scoop. In-person events where social distancing is not possible are temporarily suspended, however, we are planning virtual and drive-thru events. If you are bringing young children choose a meeting place just in case someone gets separated from the group. From 77/83 take the 6th Street exit and proceed to Ringgold St., turn right and park.ĭownload our online Zoo map and plan your route through the Zoo. Gladys Porter Zoo is located at 500 Ringgold St., Brownsville, Texas and is easy to access from Expressway 77/83. Water is the only beverage permitted.įor the safety of our animals and yours, no pets are allowed on Zoo grounds. Sorry, food may not be brought into the Zoo. Please note that the Coyote Cafe, the Asian Grille, Pizzooria, Dippin’ Dots, and various extra food carts are closed and will re-open during peak visitation times. The Oasis (main concession stand) and Lion’s Pride (concession stand) are the only food stands open and there are beverage vending machines available. If you need a wheelchair, they are available for rent at the Zoofari Market Gift Shop.įor your convenience, our concession stands offer a wide variety of food and beverages.

You are welcome to bring your own wheelchair, stroller or wagon. Group rates are available.Īll facilities are accessible by wheelchair. Regular admission for adults ages 14 – 64 is $15.50 children ages 2 – 13 pay $9.50 and seniors 65 and over receive a discounted admission of $12.50. Once on Zoo grounds you can stay until dusk. Please be aware that because of the current COVID-19 pandemic the Zoo has made changes to the ticketing and entry process and there are new guidelines that need to be followed during your visit.ĭuring the spring and summer we’ll be open daily, Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. Planning is the key to making your Zoo visit the great experience you expect.
