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.
TicketsAdmission FeesClosure InfoDirectionsZoo MapParking Tips
Weekday Hours
Monday–Friday
Park Hours

Zoo Hours: 
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Gondola
(Included with Park Admission)

10:00 am - 4:30 pm
(last ride up)

Gondola line closes at 4:00 pm

Rides

11:00 am - 5:00 pm

Last tickets sold at
4:45 pm

Train line closes at
4:45 pm

Petting Yard

(in Children's Zoo)

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Habitarium

11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Skyride

11:00 am - 4:30 pm
(Friday - Sunday only)

Weekend and Holiday Hours
Weekends and Holidays
Park Hours

Zoo Hours:
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Gondola
(Included with Park Admission)

10:00 am - 4:30 pm
(last ride up)

Gondola line closes at 4:00 pm

Rides

11:00 am - 5:00 pm

Last tickets sold at
4:45 pm

Train line closes at
4:45 pm

Petting Yard

(in Children's Zoo)

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Habitarium

11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Skyride

11:00 am - 4:30 pm
(Friday-Sunday only)

Come See Us

Admission Fees and Dates Closed or Closing Early

Individuals and Families

Admission and Parking Fees

General Admission

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.

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

Parking fee is $12 when made in advance online. Parking fee at Zoo entry is $15.

The Gondola transit is included in admission.


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.

Closed or Early Closures

Dates Closed/Closing Early

3/15 - 3/18: Gondola & California Trail closed

3/23: Landing Cafe closed for private event

5/7:  Gondola & California Trail closed for maintenance

5/16: Zoo closes early for donor event

7/11: Zoo closes early for donor event

9/5: Gondola & California Trail close early for donor event

9/9–13: Gondola & California Trail closed

11/28: Zoo closed (Thanksgiving)

12/24: Zoo closes early (Christmas Eve)

12/25: Zoo closed (Christmas)



Groups of 12 or More

Group Admission Fees

With a Reservation

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

Without a Reservation

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 Tips

Parking at the Zoo costs $12 per vehicle for General Admission guests when purchased in advance. Parking passes purchased at entry are $15. 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 & restrictions.

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.

*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.

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.

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

Mobile Zoo App

Oakland Zoo's app features an interactive map, event news, planning info, and more. Download our app for Apple or Android.

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.

Plan your route to and through Oakland Zoo.

Directions

Address

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

Zoo Map