When you are planning a trip to the Phoenix zoo, here are the top 5 attractions at the Phoenix Zoo you don’t want to miss!
When you go to the Phoenix zoo there is much to see! 5 top attractions at the Phoenix Zoo include more than the usual tigers, monkeys, and elephants. However, there are give great tours that will provide additional insight into this world-class zoo. Did you know that the Phoenix Zoo is one of the country’s largest non-profit zoos? This zoo is committed to the conservation of our wild animals.
Events Calendar for the Phoenix Zoo
Monkey Village
Hours: (weather permitting)Walk into an open exhibit where squirrel monkeys run through bushes and trees just inches away. This is the only walk-through squirrel monkey exhibit in the United States! Don’t miss this on your next visit!.
June 1 – August 31: 8 a.m. – noon
September 1 – October 31: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
November 1 – January 13: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
January 14 – May 31: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Discovery Tours
Price: $49 per person
Book your tour by calling our Reservations Department at 602.914.4333.
A Discovery Tour is a 90-minute guided tour through the Zoo in one of their eco-shuttles. You’ll be able to hop on and off the cart for closer viewing. There will also be photo opportunities throughout the tour. The Discovery Tour will only visit the guest viewing areas of exhibits. This tour will not take you behind the scenes. However, you will get a guided tour so make sure you get a great overview of the top attractions!.
*Each tour has a maximum capacity of 12 guests. Children 2 and under are free. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a paid person 16 years of age or older. Zoo admission not included in the tour price.
Backstage Adventures
Price: $99 per person
Book your tour by calling the Reservations Department at 602.914.4333
If you’re looking for a truly unique experience, take the 60-minute Backstage Adventure and get an insider’s glimpse of some of the animal habitats.
Stingray Bay Adventure
Go backstage and learn what it takes to care for the Zoo’s cownose stingrays. Your adventure includes a tour of the behind-the-scenes area and an in the water experience with the rays!
Sundays | 1:30 p.m. | Ages 12 and up | Beginning July 28 – September 29
Elephant Adventure
Go backstage and learn what it takes to care for the Zoo’s Asian elephants. Your adventure includes a tour of the elephant barn and an up-close viewing opportunity.
Sundays | Noon
Reptile Adventure
What’s a tortoise’s favorite treat? Find out in this ultimate reptile adventure.
Your adventure includes a visit to the Galapagos or Aldabra tortoise enclosure where you’ll have a chance to meet and touch some of these friendly giants!
Saturdays | 11 a.m.
*Each tour has a maximum capacity of 10 guests. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a paid person 16 years of age or older. Certain age restrictions apply. Zoo admission not included in the tour price.
Premium Adventures
Price: $300 per person
Looking for the ultimate Zoo experience? A Premium Adventure is a fully custom experience for you and your party. Your adventure includes a 90-minute personalized tour of the Zoo and one Backstage Adventure. Each guest will also take home a souvenir photo and a water bottle. Premium Adventures can be booked on your schedule (some restrictions may apply) and can be booked for groups of 1 – 10.
*Each tour has a maximum capacity of 10 guests. All Premium Tours must be scheduled at least one week in advance.
Guided Tours
Guided tours are predetermined guide-led walking tours through one of the Zoo trails. You have the flexibility to choose from several different topics, each covering a wide span of animal and conservation sciences. Each guided tour is 45 – 60 minutes in length (depending on the chosen topic).
Subject to availability. Does not include behind the scenes viewing areas.
- $2 per person
- Minimum 10 guests. Groups larger than 25 may be divided into multiple groups.
- No age restrictions
- Zoo admission not included in the tour price. However, youth-oriented groups receive an educational rate of $5 per person. Discounted rates for groups of 25 or more are available.
- Available on a daily basis; excludes holidays and special event days
- Must be scheduled two weeks in advance
The Phoenix Zoo is great to visit year-round. Mark your calendars for the ZooLights which starts Thanksgiving evening!
More Information About Phoenix ZooLightsClick Here For A Map Of The Phoenix Zoo
Are there discount tickets available for the Phoenix Zoo?
Discounts at the Phoenix Zoo
To receive a discount, you must have valid photo identification. Discounts may not be combined with any other offer and are not valid on online or advanced tickets. Discounts may change without notice.
The discounts listed below apply to daytime admission only.
| Senior (ages 60+) | $2 Off |
| Military (ages 14-59) | $2 Off – discount applies only to identified cardholders |
| Student (ages 14-59) | $2 Off – discount applies only to identified cardholders |
| AAA Member* | $2 Off – discount applies to the entire party (*ends 9/1/19) |
| Member of Affiliate Zoo or Aquarium | 50% Off – discount applies only to those covered by the membership |
What other attractions are there at the zoo?
Souvenirs
No visit to the zoo is complete without a visit to the Desert Marketplace. Here you will find unique souvenirs to delight everyone! Don’t miss the toys for kids jewelry, books, artwork and of course, stuffed animals!
Refreshments
All the walking around will work up an appetite! Here are a few of the places to get refreshments!
You won’t want to miss
- The Savanna Grill
- Jungle Java
- Icee Mix-it-Up
- Lakeside (closed during the summer)
- Lounge Grill (closed during the summer)
- Farm Cafe
- Sunset Treats (Saturday & Sunday only)
- Cavern Cafe (closed during the summer)
- Outpost Cafe (closed during the summer)
- Plateau Treats (closed during the summer)
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5 top attractions at the Phoenix Zoo
