Recently Viewed
Phoenix Zoo: Explore 3,000 Animals in Papago Park
3.8
137 Ratings
Phoenix
Experience outdoor adventures and discover over 3,000 exotic animals at the Phoenix Zoo. Create lifelong memories with Bornean orangutans, Asian elephants, Sumatran tigers, and more!
Experience outdoor adventures and discover over 3,000 exotic animals at the Phoenix Zoo. Create lifelong memories with Bornean orangutans, Asian elephants, Sumatran tigers, and more!
Duration:
1 day
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Phoenix Zoo - Since 1962, the Phoenix Zoo has inspired and motivated guests from across the world to care for the natural world. Nestled on 125 acres within beautiful Papago Park the Zoo is a wondrous place of curiosity, imagination and discovery. Featuring over 3,000 animals, including Bornean orangutans, Asian elephants, Sumatran tigers, Komodo…
-
Phoenix Zoo - Since 1962, the Phoenix Zoo has inspired and motivated guests from across the world to care for the natural world. Nestled on 125 acres within beautiful Papago Park the Zoo is a wondrous place of curiosity, imagination and discovery. Featuring over 3,000 animals, including Bornean orangutans, Asian elephants, Sumatran tigers, Komodo dragons, Masai giraffes and many more
With outdoor cafs, shops, lush gardens, water landscapes and exciting up-close animal encounters like Stingray Bay, your visit will be memorable for the entire family. Other not to be missed activities include the Safari Cruiser and Endangered Species Carousel.
As a non-profit, the Zoo relies solely on admissions, memberships, donations and sponsorships to continue conservation initiatives, educational programs and the care of our animals. So join us today and help support this unforgettable Valley gem!
What's Included
- General Admission for one day
- General Admission for one day
What's Not Included
- Food and Beverages
- Hotel pick-up and dropoff
- Food and Beverages
- Hotel pick-up and dropoff
Additional Information
Experience outdoor adventures and create lifelong memories at Zoo We Are! Situated on 125 acres in the stunning Papago Park, the Phoenix Zoo is a magical place filled with curiosity, imagination, and discovery. Home to over 3,000 animals, including Bornean orangutans, lions, Sumatran tigers, Komodo dragons, Masai giraffes, and more, it offers a unique…
Experience outdoor adventures and create lifelong memories at Zoo We Are! Situated on 125 acres in the stunning Papago Park, the Phoenix Zoo is a magical place filled with curiosity, imagination, and discovery. Home to over 3,000 animals, including Bornean orangutans, lions, Sumatran tigers, Komodo dragons, Masai giraffes, and more, it offers a unique experience in the Valley! Visit today and make memories that will last a lifetime!
Location
Phoenix Zoo
North Galvin Parkway
Present this original E-Ticket at any open admission turnstile. This E-Ticket contains a unique barcode valid for One Entry ticket to the Zoo. This E-Ticket becomes Invalid once scanned and may not be re-used.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
3.8
(137 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Alexis_b
Jul 30, 2025
We enjoyed our visit and... - We enjoyed our visit and would definitely visit again! Be prepared for the sun! Allow time for breaks to cool down and stay hydrated!
Review provided by Viator
Renee_c
Jul 15, 2025
Easy and simple to use. Great Zoo. - It was super easy to get into the Phoenix zoo with the digital tickets on Viator. The zoo is great, with lots to see. The only thing to know is that the zoo closes at 1 pm in the summer due to heat. So you need to go early in the day.
Review provided by Viator
Melissa_p
May 1, 2025
Love the zoo - I have been gone for about 30 years I used to go here alot as a kid I finally moved back home to Phoenix and couldn't wait to visit the place i had so many great childhood memories
Review provided by Viator
Shbaker802
Apr 18, 2025
Thoughtfully Laid Out - We’ve been to a lot of zoos around the United States and even overseas and this definitely was in the top 20%. Very thoughtfully laid out and spread out so even if it’s busy, it doesn’t feel crowded. Yes, you’re in the Arizona desert, but there’s lots of shade.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Manuel_g
Jun 30, 2025
To hot to trot slow and easy - The zoo is bigger than it looks from outside. They have scooter you could rent to cruise the zoo bit there are parts that are no ride zones, like the monkey village. Drink plenty of liquid it can be very hot. Zoo it's only open from 7::00 am to 1:00 pm from June through August then the hrs change . They have a gallery that changes theme every month, and of course a gift shop.
Review provided by Viator
Cindy_r
Apr 21, 2025
Phoenix zoo - Try to go either later in afternoon when the animals get fed or in the earlier morning (around 9 when zoo opens) before it gets hot and the animals are i in the shade and tough to see.
Review provided by Viator
Ronoron63
May 29, 2025
Unmet potential - This zoo and layout has a lot of unmet potential. There are large enclosures with few animals. I’m not convinced they have an elephant. Could be a great zoo, but needs work.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Goplaces721181
May 6, 2025
Could do better - The zoo is extensive and quite a lot of walking but not a problem to us.
We are seasoned travellers and is lacking compared with many zoos we have visited.
It lacks major animals! One bear, One tiger, Only saw one giraffe though supposed to be more, one leopard, etc. No elephant. Most of the big cats except the lions had no company and exhibited classic boredom pacing back and fourth. Lots of empty exhibits, got annoyed seeing "Animals temporarily off exhibitive". Some of cages and enclosures poor and not up to modern standards.
Most cafes closed. Nowhere to get food.
Pricey for what it is then you have to pay extra to see manta rays etc.
Bit dissappointing.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Cmost
Apr 28, 2025
Zoo disappointing and expensive - The zoo is set in a beautiful area and extremely well kept and clean and open. But we thought it was too spread and very few animals compared to other zoos. We also took the shuttle tour and it was short and we really didn't learn much from the tour and wouldn't recommend spending the money. And we think the entrance fee was high, and the zoo wasn't worth the money.
Much more beautiful things to spend your time and money on in the area.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Donna_d
Jul 1, 2025
Phoenix Zoo - It was 116 degrees the day we had pre purchased tickets for - too hot to be outside for 3-4 hours so we didn’t go! We were really disappointed because we visit the zoo every place we visit. So we spent $144 for nothing
Review provided by Viator