The Oakland Zoo is a non-profit organization, managed by the East Bay Zoological Society. Founded in 1922 by Henry Snow, the Zoo has been located in its current Knowland Park location since 1936.

Nestled in the rolling hills of 525-acre Knowland Park, the Zoo is located at 9777 Golf Links Rd., Oakland off Highway 580, and is home to more than 660 native and exotic animals.

For groups of 12 or more (or any size group of disabled persons), the discount admission is $7.00 for children and $10.00 for adults, with reservations. Reservations must be made at least two weeks in advance of your Zoo visit in order to receive the stated discount, please, no exceptions.

*Special Discount for Military Families with Current ID, must show ID for discount.

The Oakland Zoo is located at
9777 Golf Links Rd
Oakland, CA 94605

For information on taking public transportation to the Oakland Zoo:

• AC Transit Bus Schedule
• 511 Trip Planner
• Google Map Directions

The Oakland Zoo features a variety of dining opportunities for the entire family. For the safety of the animals, the Zoo does not provide straws or soft drink lids.

The Oakland Zoo now has a website for you to create custom made photo books, calendars, and posters of your experience at the zoo. Check out our fun new website at www.oaklandzoophotos.com. The website features:

• Images of Oakland Zoo animals
• The ability for you to upload your own photos
• User friendly templates for creating photo keepsakes
• A 100% satisfaction guarantee 
• Plus, 25% of each sale is donated back to the Oakland Zoo