San Antonio Zoo Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the San Antonio Zoo. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• San Antonio Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

• San Antonio Zoo General Admission Ticket

• San Antonio CityPASS®

Ticket prices for the San Antonio Zoo vary slightly by the season, but standard tickets typically start at US$30. Admission for youth, seniors, and military personnel is discounted, and kids ages 2 and younger get in for free. The zoo is also included in the San Antonio CityPASS®, which costs US$63.

Yes, the San Antonio Zoo is worth visiting, especially for families with kids. The zoo showcases more than 700 species, from giraffes and hippos to kangaroos and lemurs. It offers activities such as flamingo feeding and zookeeper tours, so there's always something to see or do. Reserve your tickets in advance to skip the line—especially for add-on animal encounters that have limited spots.

Per one customer who booked the San Antonio Zoo General Admission Ticket, "One of my favorite zoos in the United States. We have been to a lot of zoos. However, I love the setup of this zoo. I love the interaction opportunities with the animals. Great staff. Everybody is accommodating. Love it!!!"

Visiting the San Antonio Zoo takes two to four hours. That’s enough time to ride the train and see most animal areas. However, plan to stay longer for presentations, animal feedings, or after-hours events. Alternatively, guests can drive through the zoo in 30-60 minutes on select dates in summer.

Yes, parking at the San Antonio Zoo Parking Garage is free when the zoo is open, daily from 9am to 5pm. The parking garage is on Tuleta Drive between the Will Smith Zoo School and the zoo. Additional free parking is available within Brackenridge Park on Avenue B and near the Japanese Tea Garden.

Yes, visitors who have paid for admission can exit and reenter the San Antonio Zoo on the same day. To do so, inform an attendant. You will receive a hand stamp as proof of admission: Show your stamp at the exit and again at the zoo’s main entrance once you return.

Outside food and beverages—except bottled water, baby food, and baby formula—are prohibited in the zoo. In addition, visitors may not enter with alcoholic drinks or weapons of any kind. Getting around on bikes, rollerblades, skateboards, and scooters is prohibited. Operating drones in the zoo requires authorization.

No. Visitors cannot bring outside food or drink, coolers, ice chests, or ice bags—into the San Antonio Zoo. There are some exceptions: Bottled water, baby food, and baby formula may be brought inside. Visiting school groups can bring their own food.

Yes, visitors need to book admission to the San Antonio Zoo online and in advance. If needed, there are self-service kiosks available at the parking garage and the Starbucks next to the Train Depot. After purchase, download the tickets to your phone and check into the zoo.

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting the San Antonio Zoo. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in San Antonio:

• The Alamo

• San Antonio River Walk

• Tower of the Americas

• Spanish Governor's Palace

• Japanese Tea Garden

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in San Antonio.