Plan a Visit to the Indianapolis Zoo

Know What to Expect for Your Next Visit

The Zoo is open at 100 percent capacity, including all buildings. Masks are not required at the Zoo, though we recommend that members and guests wear masks in our indoor areas, including restrooms.

Regular Zoo Hours

January-February
9am-4pm Wednesday-Sunday, closed Monday-Tuesday
- Open Jan. 17 for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day (weather permitting)
March 1-17

9am-4pm daily
March 18-May 26
9am-4pm Monday-Thursday, 9am-5pm Friday-Sunday
- Open until 5pm during xZOOberance
May 27-Sept. 5
9am-5pm Monday-Thursday, 9am-7pm Friday-Sunday and holidays
- Closed June 10 for Zoobilation
- Open until 8:30pm on Thursdays during Animals & All That Jazz
Sept. 6-Oct. 4

9am-4pm Monday-Thursday, 9am-5pm Friday-Sunday
Oct. 5-31

9am-4pm Monday-Tuesday, 9am-7pm Wednesday-Thursday and Sunday, 9am-9pm Friday-Saturday
Nov. 1-18

9am-4pm daily
Nov. 19-Dec. 30
Noon-9pm Sunday-Thursday, noon-10pm Friday-Saturday
- Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Day, New Year’s Eve and Day

Visit the Indianaplis Zoo

Run with cheetahs on the African plains, or swim with dolphins in deep blue oceans. Wherever your adventure may take you, the Indianapolis Zoo will be your guide.

Located along the scenic riverbanks in White River State Park, the Zoo is conveniently located near beautiful downtown Indianapolis with easy access to walking and biking trails into the city. The Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and the American Alliance of Museums.

Zoo Map