Admission & Parking

Save Money – Buy your tickets online before you arrive!

A $2 per ticket in-park service fee is added to all in-person ticket sales. Save time, skip the line, and save money by purchasing your tickets online today!

Admission Information

General Admission

Membership Holders
FREE
Adults
$26.95
Children (Ages 3-12)
$21.95
Seniors (65+)
$21.95
College Students
$21.95
Children (2 & Under)
FREE
Active Military & Veterans
FREE
A $2 per ticket in-park service fee is added to all in-person ticket sales. Save time, skip the line, and save money by purchasing your tickets online today!
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Group Tickets

Discounted rates are available for groups 15 or more. You must select at least 15 tickets to receive the group rate. If you need food or event space, please visit our Special Events page for more information.

If purchasing tickets for a group larger than 25 without food or event space, please contact our Group sales Coordinator at 865-637-5331 x1443 for more information.

Original
Group
Adults
$26.95 $21.95
Senior/Children
$21.95 $16.95
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Parking

Parking is available in the zoo’s upper and lower lots. Handicap and RV parking is available. Parking can be added to your online ticket purchase.

All Parking
$5.00
Membership Holders
FREE

Hours & Location

Open daily!

Open Daily
9am-5pm (last ticket sold one hour before closing)
Closed
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
Address
3500 Knoxville Zoo Drive
Knoxville, TN 37914
Phone
865.637.5331

Rental Information

Strollers, wheelchairs, and electric scooters are available for rent. Prices below do not include tax.

Electric Scooters are not available in the rain.

Single Stroller
$12.00
Double Stroller
$14.00
Wheelchair
$14.00
Electric Scooter
$32.00

Gift Cards

Share the wonder of Zoo Knoxville with friends and family when you purchase a gift card!

Zoo Knoxville gift cards can be used for tickets, memberships, and education programs.

Gift cards may not be used at food, vending, attractions, gift shop purchases, or strollers/Scooterpal locations.

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Accessibility

Zoo For All

Zoo Knoxville is committed to helping guests of all ages and abilities enjoy the ‘wildly fun’ experience of interacting with and viewing animals from around the world. We are a KultureCity Certified Sensory Inclusive Venue, and we provide accessible facilities throughout the park. Strollers, wheelchairs, and scooters are available on a first come first serve basis for rent.

Experience Wild Fun & Conservation at Zoo Knoxville

Nestled in East Tennessee, Zoo Knoxville is home to over 800 animals representing 200 species. Dive into captivating habitats that blend wild fun with conservation education. Enjoy interactive activities and unforgettable adventures. Zoo Knoxville isn’t just about fun (though there’s plenty of that!). We’re dedicated to saving amazing animals from extinction. Join us for fun experiences that inspire and educate!

For the Safety of Our Guests

DO NOT Feed the Animals
Please wear shirts and shoes
Service animals are permitted
Leave your pets at home
No skates, bicycles, skateboard, roller shoes or hoverboards
Firearms are not allowed in the zoo
Alcoholic beverages available for purchase only
Zoo Knoxville is tobacco & vape free

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