*** Guest alert: gondola will be closed for annual maintenance January 23-24 & 27-31. Courtesy shuttles will be available on those days to transport guests to and from the California Trail area of the Zoo. ***
Oakland Zoo is the perfect destination for a day trip with your family. Learn about wildlife conservation, see amazing animals, or attend one of our many interactive and educational programs.
10:00 am–4:00 pm
10:00 am–4:00 pm (last ride up)
Included with park admission
(Gondola will be CLOSED for maintenance Jan 23-24 & 27-31)
11:00 am–4:30 pm
In Children's Zoo
10:00 am–4:00 pm
9:30 am–4:00 pm
9:30 am–4:00 pm (last ride up)
Included with park admission
(Gondola will be CLOSED for maintenance Jan 23-24 & 27-31)
10:00 am–4:30 pm
In Children's Zoo
10:00 am–4:00 pm
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day
Annual Fundraiser: Walk in the Wild (June 27, 2020)
Under 2
Ages 2–14
Ages 15–64
Ages 65–75
Ages 76 and over
Car parking fee
Bus parking fee
Free
$20.00
$24.00
$20.00
Free
$10.00
$15.00
Under 2
Ages 2–14
Ages 15–64
Ages 65–75
Ages 76 and over
Car parking fee
Bus parking fee
Free
$15.00
$18.00
$15.00
Free
$10.00
$15.00
Under 2
Ages 2–14
Ages 15–64
Ages 65–75
Ages 76 and over
Car parking fee
Bus parking fee
Free
$15.00
$19.00
$15.00
Free
$10.00
$15.00
Under 2
Ages 2–14
Ages 15–64
Ages 65–75
Ages 76 and over
Car parking fee
Bus parking fee
Free
$16.00
$20.00
$16.00
Free
$10.00
$15.00
Parking costs $10 at the Zoo.
Upon arrival, please take a parking ticket and pay with your admission to the Zoo at the admissions booths. Members may validate their parking tickets at the Membership booth. Keep your validated ticket until you exit the Zoo.
Due to the popularity of the Zoo, particularly on weekends and holidays, our limited parking fills quickly between the hours of 10:30am to 2:00pm. If you arrive between these hours, please understand that parking may not be possible on Zoo grounds. We encourage our guests to alleviate traffic and parking challenges around the Zoo by taking public transportation, ride-share services, or arriving early morning or after 2:00pm.
If, upon your arrival, parking onsite is at capacity and you are directed to park outside Zoo grounds, please be courteous and considerate to our neighbors. Please do not litter or park your vehicle blocking driveways or roads. Sidewalks are not available on all streets, please use caution when on foot. On busy days, we will make every effort to provide shuttle service from the Zoo entrance gate to our ticketing areas. Thank you for your understanding.
You can take the AC Transit Bus line 46 to the zoo. This line stops at Oakland Zoo hourly, roughly between 9:00am and 6:30pm daily. For exact times please visit the 46 Line schedule page on AC Transit's website.
Whether it's for a school, family, church, or organization, making a reservation insures your group admittance at a discounted rate. Plan ahead by visiting our website for upcoming events, maps, animal feedings and scavenger hunts. Once inside, you can explore the Zoo at your own pace. Visit our Rides Area, Children's Zoo, petting yard, and Gift Shop. Grab a bite to eat at one of our cafés and have lunch in the meadow while enjoying the sounds of nature. Take a ride on the gondola or the Sky Ride and enjoy the views.
To make a reservation, download the Large Group Reservation Form. Submit a completed copy by email or by fax (510) 735-8840 at least 2 weeks in advance. We are unable to accommodate bookings less than 2 weeks prior to the event.
Payment is due in full on the day of your visit. Do not send payments in advance. No refunds are given on group orders unless the Zoo closes. Please submit cancellations at least 31 days prior to your trip date. Your entire group must be present and check in together to receive the discounted group admission price.
Please call (510) 632-9525, ext. 200 or email the Group Services department for more information.
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, sprawl out in the meadow, or rent one of our picnic sites. Alcohol is not permitted at the zoo. For the safety of the animals, the Zoo does not provide straws or soft drink lids.
Oakland Zoo's app features an interactive map, event news, planning info, and more. Download our app for Apple or Android.
Oakland Zoo welcomes individuals with disabilities and is committed to ensuring that the Zoo grounds, facilities and programs are accessible to all visitors. Although some of our pathways are steep and may be challenging, Oakland Zoo is wheelchair accessible. Download an ADA Accessibility Map of the Zoo. If you would like to make a reservation for a private cart-driven tour of the Zoo, please email our reservations associate. Reservation availability is limited, so please contact us at least two weeks in advance of your visit.
Private cart-driven tour : $35.00
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.
Strollers and Wheelchairs are available for rent at the Gift Shop.
Single Stroller: $9.00*
Double Stroller: $11.00*
*A $10.00 security deposit is required for each rental. The deposit is refundable upon return of the rental with original payment receipt.
Wheelchair : $15.00*
*A $20.00 security deposit is required for each wheelchair. The deposit is refundable upon return of the rental with original payment receipt.
All Rentals are first come, first served.
Dogs or other pets are not allowed on Zoo grounds or in parking areas.
You can take the AC Transit Bus line 46 to the zoo. This line stops at Oakland Zoo hourly, roughly between 9am and 6:30pm daily. For exact times please visit the 46 Line schedule page on AC Transit's website.