Houston Zoo
A large zoo in Hermann Park housing more than 900 species of animals. The elephant, ape, and sea lion areas are the most popular.
The zoo lies in the southern part of Hermann Park and covers about 22 hectares, housing thousands of animals. Highlights include the Asian elephant habitat, the chimpanzee and giraffe feeding platforms in the African forest area, the South American rainforest zone, and sea lion shows. In winter there is a large nighttime light festival. Tickets cost about $25–30, and buying online is cheaper. Parking is limited, so it is better to take the light rail to the Hermann Park station and walk.
Opening hours
09:00–17:00 (seasonal changes)
Nearby sights
- Hermann Park
- Houston Museum of Natural Science
- Children's Museum Houston
- Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
- Holocaust Museum Houston
- Rice University
- Rothko Chapel
- The Menil Collection