Los Angeles Zoo & Botanical Gardens Tours and Tickets

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Tickets for the Los Angeles Zoo & Botanical Gardens cost US$27 for adults and young people over 12 years old, US$24 for seniors aged 62 and over, US$22 for children aged 2–12, and kids under 2 enter for free. Combination tickets to visit the zoo and the Aquarium of the Pacific are also available, which are US$63 for adults and US$51 for children aged 3–11.

The Los Angeles Zoo & Botanical Gardens are open daily from 10am to 5pm; the only days the zoo is closed are Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. It’s best to arrive in the morning, as the outdoor park can get hot around 12pm. The last entry is at 3:45pm, shortly before the animals move to their resting areas for the night.

Yes, the Los Angeles Zoo & Botanical Gardens are wheelchair accessible, with accessible restrooms, parking, and guest relations areas on-site. Wheelchair rentals (for a fee) and a paid shuttle service are also available. Check the zoo’s map to see which areas feature uneven ground, and contact the site in advance to arrange ADA-adapted tours.

Yes, you can bring your own food to eat at the Los Angeles Zoo & Botanical Gardens’ picnic areas—just don’t bring glass containers, alcoholic beverages, or disposable straws. If you’d like to purchase food on-site, the attraction has vending machines and a variety of restaurants and food vendors. There are water fountains throughout the site.

Yes, it’s recommended to buy tickets for the Los Angeles Zoo & Botanical Gardens in advance, as tickets may sell out on busy days. While you can’t get a refund for unused tickets, you can change the date of your visit—each ticket is good for one year after the purchase date.