Hours and Pricing

Advanced ticket reservations required for General Admission. For more information please visit our Tickets page.

In the event of inclement weather, the Zoo and/or gondola may be forced to close.

a lounging tiger

Monday–Friday

Admission: 10:00 am–2:00 pm

Zoo closes 3:00 pm

(Included with Park Admission)

10:00 am–2:30 pm
(last ride up)

Gondola line closes as early as 2:00 pm

11:00 am–3:30 pm

Last tickets sold at 3:15 pm

Train line closes at 3:00 pm

(in Children's Zoo)

10:00 am–3:00 pm

11:00 am–3:00 pm

*Weekends and Holidays Only

11:00 am–2:00 pm

a black bear looking off into the distance

Weekends and Holidays

Admission: 10:00 am–2:00 pm

Zoo closes 3:00 pm

(Included with Park Admission)

10:00 am–2:30 pm
(last ride up)

Gondola line closes as early as 2:00 pm

11:00 am–3:30 pm

Last tickets sold at 3:15 pm

Train line closes at 3:00 pm

(in Children's Zoo)

10:00 am–3:00 pm

11:00 am–3:00 pm

Weekends and Holidays Only

11:00 am–2:00 pm

a baboon family.

Admission and Parking Fees

Ticket pricing varies daily based on the Plan-Ahead Pricing ticketing system. Plan-Ahead Pricing allows you to book your zoo visit in advance while keeping your budget and schedule in mind.

Please note that ticket prices may vary daily. The closer you book to the date of your visit, the higher the ticket price may be. To ensure that you get the best ticket price for your visit, we recommend that you book your tickets as far in advance as possible.

The Gondola transit is included in admission.

Children under 2 years of age, and seniors 76 and over are FREE.

Child tickets are 15% off an Adult ticket.

Senior tickets are 10% off an Adult ticket.

Please note purchases will include a $2 transaction fee.

Parking fee is $13 when made in advance online

Parking fee at Zoo entry is $16

Did you know there's another option for Zoo admission? Consider a membership.

Oakland Zoo offers several types of year-round ticket discounts. See below for details.

an exterior look at the oakland zoo

Dates Closed/Closing Early

Zoo is closed for Thanksgiving

Zoo is closing early for Christmas Eve

Zoo is closed for Christmas

Parking Tips

Parking at the Zoo costs $13 per vehicle for General Admission guests when purchased in advance. Parking passes purchased at entry are $16. Parking is free for Oakland Zoo Members.

We encourage General Admission guests to purchase parking online, in advance, while purchasing admission tickets.

If you purchased daytime admission tickets without parking, and would like to purchase a parking pass in advance, please visit our parking only webstore.

Upon arrival, General Admission guests will be asked to present their pre-purchased parking ticket. If you do not have a parking ticket when you arrive, you will be asked to purchase one prior to entry.

We encourage our guests to alleviate traffic and parking challenges around the Zoo by taking public transportation or ride-share services.

Taking the Bus to Oakland Zoo

The direct route to Oakland Zoo, Line 46, is temporarily suspended. Line 46L is available on weekdays only, which drops off right outside the Zoo on Mountain Blvd. & Golf Links Rd. This line stops outside Oakland Zoo hourly, roughly between 6:45am and 8:00pm. For exact times please visit the 46L Line schedule page on AC Transit's website.

*Be advised, there is a half-mile walk from our main gate to the entrance of the Zoo.  If assistance is required, please consult with the Public Safety staff located at the main gate.  Accommodations are available for those with disabilities.

Quick Tips

Dining

Oakland Zoo features a variety of dining opportunities for the entire family. In addition to the food options inside the Zoo, visitors are welcome to use the picnic tables and benches, or sprawl out in the meadow. Outside alcohol is not permitted to be brought the zoo. For the safety of the animals, the Zoo does not provide straws.

Measure Y Oakland Resident Discount

Oakland residents receive a 25% discount on adult tickets, with an additional 15% off for child tickets and 10% off for senior tickets, made possible by Measure Y. Thank you for your support!  

To receive this discount, use the “Reserve and Buy Tickets” button under General Admission for Nonmembers on our Tickets page and select Oakland Resident Discount Tickets. Proof of residency is required at entry, see the webstore for additional details and restrictions. Please note purchases will include a $2 transaction fee.

There is no Oakland Resident Discount on memberships or special events.

Teacher Discount

Teachers* receive a 15% discount on daytime admission to the Zoo for themselves and one guest per visit. To receive this discount, tickets must be purchased online, in advance. Use the “Reserve & Buy Tickets” button under General Admission for Nonmembers on our Tickets page and select Teacher Discount. Please note purchases will include a $2 transaction fee.

*Teachers of TK-12 students only. Teachers can be from any U.S. state or region, and must present proof of current employment (e.g., teacher staff ID card, verification from school administrator on official letterhead, recent paystub).

Military/Veteran Discount

In honor of their service, Oakland Zoo is pleased to offer active-duty military personnel, spouses of active-duty military personnel, and veterans a discount on daytime admission.

To receive this discount, use the “Reserve and Buy Tickets” button under General Admission for Nonmembers on our Tickets page and select Military & Veteran Discount Tickets. Proof of active duty or veteran status required at entry, see the webstore for additional details and restrictions. Please note purchases will include a $2 transaction fee.

There is no Military/Veteran discount on memberships or special events.

Reciprocal Member Benefits

Oakland Zoo participates in the AZA reciprocal membership program, giving 50% off daytime admission to members of partner organizations including San Francisco Zoo, Happy Hollow Zoo, CuriOdyssey, and Lindsay Wildlife Experience. For a full list of partners, please see our Reciprocity List.

To receive the discount, use the “Reserve and Buy Tickets” button under General Admission for Nonmembers on our Tickets page and select Reciprocal Member Tickets. Proof of active membership at your home zoo/aquarium required at entry, see the webstore for additional details and restrictions. Please note purchases will include a $2 transaction fee.

There are no reciprocal benefits for Oakland Zoo memberships or special events.

Service Dogs are Permitted

Individuals with disabilities may bring their service dogs to the Zoo. Download our Service Dog Policy for more information and a Service Dog Map to better understand where service dogs are allowed within the zoo.

Other Pets are Not Allowed

Dogs or other pets are not allowed on Zoo grounds or in parking areas.

a jaguar on a log

Plan your adventure.

Directions

Address

Oakland Zoo
9777 Golf Links Road
Oakland, CA 94605
(510) 632-9525

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