Come Curious. Leave Inspired.

Round up your group and embark on a wild adventure at the Zoo! Schools, churches, scouts, and other large groups can enjoy discounted admission by booking at least two weeks in advance.

Groups at a Glance

  • Minimum of 10 guests (ages 3+)
  • Reservation required at least two weeks in advance
  • $8 per person group rate
  • One single payment is required at check-in
  • Group rate applies only to guests included in the reservation and paid for through the group payment
  • Additional guests are welcome to enjoy the Zoo at regular admission pricing
  • Teachers, bus drivers, and aides with valid school ID receive complimentary admission

Daytime admission only. Not valid for special events.

Booking Your Group Adventure

Make a Reservation

  • Have your preferred visit date(s) ready
  • Provide the number of guests included in the group payment (students and any parents, chaperones, or teachers you will be paying for)
  • Group organizers are responsible for sharing all Zoo policies and procedures with participants

Confirm Your Visit

  • After booking, you’ll receive a Group Confirmation Agreement by email
  • Your reservation is finalized once the agreement is signed and returned
  • Check-in instructions and additional visit details will be sent after confirmation

Questions or ready to book?
Email zooreservations@littlerock.gov or call 501-661-7235

Tips for a Smooth Group Visit

Before You Arrive
  • Review the Code of Conduct with all participants
  • Choose your group’s meeting area(s)
  • Print maps and resources in advance (maps may not be available for all guests on high-attendance days)
Parking & Arrival
  • Buses park free
  • Guests or chaperones driving their own vehicles will incur a $3.00 parking fee, payable upon admission
Train & Carousel
  • Groups qualify for discounted ride tokens at check-in:
    • Train tokens: $2.00 per person
    • Carousel tokens: $2.00 per person
  • Tokens purchased individually at the rides are $3.00 each and not eligible for the group discount
Lunch & Food Policies
  • For the safety of our animals, outside food is not permitted inside the Zoo
  • Beverages are allowed if they are not in styrofoam containers and do not have lids or straws
  • Cooler storage is not available inside the Zoo—please leave coolers on the bus
Picnic Areas
  • Groups may enjoy lunch at the Zoo’s designated picnic areas near the front entrance
  • To access picnic areas, groups must exit the Zoo and walk along the sidewalk to one of the two areas
  • Please check in with a front desk associate before heading to the picnic areas, as they are not always unlocked
  • The Pavilion at War Memorial Park is also available for reservation through the City of Little Rock Parks Department at (501) 371-4770
Dining Option
  • Café Africa is located inside the Zoo and open daily from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
  • Please plan for potential lines and wait times during peak lunch hours

Little Rock Zoo

1 Zoo Drive
Little Rock, AR 72205

501-661-7200

Hours of Operation
9 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Last admission 3:30 p.m.
Zoo grounds close at 4:00 pm

Directions
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