Group Reservations & Field Trips
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.
Quick Links
Booking a Reservation
- Contact us at zooreservations@littlerock.gov or 501-661-7235 to make your reservation.
- Be prepared with your preferred visit dates, noting that April to May is our peak season for field trips.
- Provide the number of students and teachers attending the trip.
- Upon reservation, a Group Confirmation Agreement will be emailed to you. Your reservation will be finalized upon signing and returning this confirmation sheet to the Zoo. You’ll receive additional information about checking-in once your reservation is confirmed.
- Review the Code of Conduct with everyone visiting the Zoo.
- Plan your Trip! Review the Daily Schedule to see what’s going on while you’re at the Zoo.
- Choose your group’s designated meeting area(s)
- Make a Lunch Plan
- Print Maps and Resources for everyone. Please note due to the volume of guests we can’t provide maps for everyone in the group. We encourage you to print maps and resources for your group ahead of time.
General Information
To qualify for the Group Admission rate, a reservation for a minimum of 10 guests ages 3 or older is required at least two weeks in advance.
Group Admission Rate:
- Current Rate: $6.00 per person
- Effective January 1, 2026, the Group Admission rate will increase to $8.00 per person
How Group Payment Works:
- To receive the group admission rate, the entire group must pay with one single payment at check-in.
- Teachers, bus drivers, and aides with valid school ID receive complimentary admission.
- Guests who pay separately from their group, or arrive late and are not checked in with the group, will be subject to full price admission.
Buses park free, guests or chaperones driving their own vehicles will incur a $3.00 parking fee, payable upon admission.
For the safety of our animals, outside food is not permitted on Zoo grounds. However, beverages not in styrofoam containers and without lids or straws are allowed.
Please note that there is no cooler storage available inside the Zoo, please leave coolers on the bus during your visit.
Picnic Areas
Enjoy lunch at one of the Zoo’s designated picnic areas, located near the front entrance. To access them, your group will exit the Zoo and walk along the sidewalk to either of the two areas. Please check in with an associate at the front desk first, as these spaces are not always unlocked.
The Pavilion at War Memorial Park is also available for reservations through the City of Little Rock Parks Department, call (501)-371-4770 to reserve.
Café Africa
Nestled in the heart of the Little Rock Zoo, Café Africa is open daily 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Please plan for lines and wait times during lunch hours.
Groups qualify for a discounted rate on Train and Carousel Tokens:
Train Tokens: $2.00 per person
Carousel Tokens: $2.00 per person
Enhance your Field Trip with a Guided Educational Tour, these tours are led by our trained educators and docents to give you the inside scoop on what is happening at the Zoo.
Please note: This is an add-on experience that costs an additional $3 per person and must be booked separately with our Education Team. This is not a behind-the-scenes experience.
Select up to two of the following zones to explore:
- Great Apes
- Penguin Pointe
- Big Cats
- African Savannah
- Small Carnivores + Bears
- Heritage Farm
- Tropical Aviary, Reptile House, and Small Primates
- The Veldt
- Asian Elephants
For larger groups: We can facilitate up to three groups of 30 (adults and children combined) during a scheduled tour time. Multiple tours may be needed to accommodate your entire group.
When you are ready to book your Education Tour, contact us at 501-661-7220 or email EdPrograms@littlerock.gov.
Give the Gift of Adventure!
Give the gift of adventure with a Little Rock Zoo gift card or membership! Perfect for a one-time visit or a year of wild experiences.
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
