Montgomery Zoo Ticket Prices, Membership & Hours Guide

Montgomery Zoo Prices, Membership & Hours Guide

Montgomery Zoo is a 40-acre (16 ha) zoo located on the north side of Montgomery, Alabama.

Opened in 1920 in Oak Park, it is home to approximately 750 animals representing 140 species.

Mann Wildlife Learning Museum is located within it and its taxidermy displays with a focus on native wildlife, game species, and wildlife management.

Montgomery Zoo Prices, Hours and Dates are subject to change.

In this article, we explain everything you must know while buying Montgomery Zoo tickets.

We will also share the latest Montgomery Zoo Prices, Montgomery Zoo Membership, Montgomery Zoo Hours, Montgomery Zoo Map, and other useful details.

Montgomery Zoo Ticket Prices for 2023

Montgomery Zoo prices range substantially based on your preferences.

Admission includes entry to both the Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum.

Below are the latest Montgomery Zoo Ticket Prices –

Adults (13 years old or older)	$18
Children (3 – 12 years of age)	$14
Toddlers (2 years old or younger)	FREE
Seniors (65 years old or older)	$16
AAA and Military Adult	$17
AAA and Military Children	$13
Montgomery Zoo members	FREE

• AAA and Military discounts: Individuals must provide ID on-site to receive discounts.
• Active duty retired, and veteran status must have a government-issued ID.
• All Montgomery Zoo adult members must present a photo ID to gain access using the membership.

Regular daytime admission includes:

• Admission to the Zoo
• Admission to the Mann Wildlife Learning Museum 
• Entry to the Petting Zoo (animals can be petted and fed from the outside enclosure)
• Entry to Parakeet Cove
• Admission to Elephant keeper talk at 11:30 am daily
• Entry to Waters of the World
• Admission to Lion keeper talk and training at 1:30 pm daily

Montgomery Zoo Membership Prices

Membership is a great value! 

Zoo Members receive unlimited free admission to the zoo all year long. They also receive other great benefits including the following –

• Free and discounted admission to various other reciprocating zoos in the U.S. and Canada*
• Special Members-Only events
• Annual subscription to Jungle Drums, The Zoo’s informative members magazine
• Member discounts on Food, Gifts, Catering and Shelter Rentals
• FREE admission to Zoo Weekend and Christmas Lights Festival

Below are the latest Montgomery Zoo Membership Prices –

Individual Plus One Membership

• Zoo/Museum only – $80
• Zoo/Museum with annual train ride pass – $120

Unlimited daytime admission for one specific adult member and one guest or choose two specific adult members and NO guest.

Family Membership

• Zoo/Museum only – $100
• Zoo/Museum with annual train ride pass – $140

Unlimited daytime admission for two specific adult members of the same household and dependent children 18 years old and younger, up to six (6) children).

Grandparent Membership

• Zoo/Museum only – $100
• Zoo/Museum with annual train ride pass – $140
• Additional children, exceeding eight (8): $5 each.

Unlimited daytime admission for two specific adult members of the same household and grandchildren 18 years old and younger, up to eight (8) children).

Guest Passes

• Guest passes: $45 per pass

Additional children and guest pass(es) may only be added to your membership after you have become a member.

Upper-level and Donor Memberships

Chimpanzee Club: $250

• Four (4) guest passes each visit, valid for daytime use to Zoo/Museum
• Annual brunch with zoo officials for two (2) guests
• Unlimited train rides
• FREE admission to Christmas Lights Festival for two (2) adults and children listed on membership only
• Unlimited admission to the Zoo and Museum for two (2) adults of the same household and children or grandchildren that are listed on the membership

Zebra Club: $300

• Six (6) guest passes each visit, valid for daytime use to Zoo/Museum
• Annual brunch with zoo officials for two (2) guests
• Unlimited train rides
• Unlimited admission to the Zoo and Museum for two (2) adults of the same household and children or grandchildren that are listed on the membership
• FREE admission to Christmas Lights Festival for two (2) adults and children listed on membership only

Giraffe Club: $500

• Six (6) guest passes each visit, valid for daytime use to Zoo/Museum
• Annual brunch with zoo officials for two (2) guests
• Unlimited train rides
• Ten (10) Zoo/Museum daytime admission tickets
• One (1) brick to appear at the Admissions Gate Brick Plaza
• Unlimited admission to the Zoo and Museum for two (2) adults of the same household and children or grandchildren that are listed on the membership
• FREE admission to Christmas Lights Festival for two (2) adults and children listed on membership only

President’s Club: $1,000

• Six (6) guest passes each visit, valid for daytime use to Zoo/Museum
• Annual brunch with zoo officials for two (2) guests
• Unlimited train rides
• Behind the Scenes tour with zoo official
• Twenty (20) Zoo/Museum daytime admission tickets
• Two (2) bricks to appear at the Admissions Gate Brick Plaza
• Two (2) sponsorship tickets to the annual fundraiser
• Unlimited admission to the Zoo and Museum for two (2) adults of the same household and children or grandchildren, listed on the membership
• FREE admission to Christmas Lights Festival for two (2) adults and children listed on membership only

Upper-level and donor tax information

• Chimpanzee Club: $175 as a charitable donation
• Giraffe Club: $390 as a charitable donation
• Zebra Club: $225 as a charitable donation
• Presidents Club: $785 as a charitable donation

For additional information and specific details concerning our membership program, please contact us at 334-625-4900 or email zooinfo@montgomeryal.gov.

Montgomery Zoo Stroller and Wheelchair Rentals

Rentals are based on a first-come, first-served basis and may not be reserved.

Wheelchair Rentals

• Manual Wheelchair rentals: $10
• Electric Wheelchairs (ECV): $25. (Weight limit: 325lbs)

Stroller Rentals

• Single stroller rentals: $10
• Double strollers: $12

Rental Deposits

A $5 deposit is required for each rental. It will be returned once the stroller or wheelchair is returned to the Gift Shop.

Montgomery Zoo Rides and Attractions

All rides and attractions are open daily 10 am – 4 pm.

Please call ahead prior to your visit for additional information: (334) 625-4900.

• Petting Zoo: 
  • FREE Entry with paid zoo admission.
  • Animal feed, $2 per bag.
  • Located at the playground.
  • Open daily, 10 am – 4 pm.
• Lion Training Session:
  • 1 pm daily at the Lion display adjacent to the Black Bears and Alligator Habitat.
• Parakeet Cove: 
  • FREE Entry with paid zoo admission.
  • Animal feed, $2 per stick.
  • Open daily, 10 am – 4 pm
• Giraffe Encounter Post:
  • $3 per person, guests 2 years and younger are FREE.
  • All guests entering the encounter must pay an admission fee.
  • Open daily, 10 am – 4 pm
• Train Ride: 
  • $3 per person, riders 2 years and younger are FREE.
  • Open daily, 9 am – 4 pm
• Waters of the World: 
  • FREE Entry with paid zoo admission.
  • Enjoy an assortment of freshwater fish, stingrays, turtles, and water plant life.
  • Located by the Mann Museum.
  • Open daily, 10 am – 3 pm
• Elephant Keeper Talk and Q&A Session:
  • 10:30 am daily at the double-decker African elephant viewing station.
• Zoofari Skylift Adventure Ride: 
  • $5 per person.
  • All riders must be at least 32 inches tall to ride with an adult.
  • Riders must be at least 42 inches to ride alone.
  • Open daily 10 am – 4 pm
  • December Christmas Lights Festival hours: 12 pm (noon) to close.

Montgomery Zoo Map – Latest

We recommend bringing a Montgomery Zoo Map with you so that you can view all of its exhibits, animals, and attraction.

At Montgomery Zoo, you can visit exotic and native animal species, choose to eat at one of our eateries and make use of the many facilities available for guests.

Montgomery Zoo Hours 2023

Monday	09:00 AM – 04:00 PM
Tuesday	09:00 AM – 04:00 PM
Wednesday	09:00 AM – 04:00 PM
Thursday	09:00 AM – 04:00 PM
Friday	09:00 AM – 04:00 PM
Saturday	09:00 AM – 04:00 PM
Sunday	09:00 AM – 04:00 PM

Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum are open year-round, seven (7) days per week with the exception of

• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day (December 25)
• and New Year’s Day (January 1)
• The Zoo opens at 5:30 pm on Christmas Night for Christmas Lights Festival

How do I contact Montgomery Zoo?

Phone Numbers:

• Main office: (334) 625-4900
• Mann Museum: (334) 625-4905
• Gift Shop: (334) 625-4960
• Overlook Cafe: (334) 625-4950

Zoo Address:

2301 Coliseum Parkway
Montgomery, AL 36110