Plan a Visit to the Indianapolis Zoo

Have a fun adventure at the Indianapolis Zoo

Guests who are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 are not required to wear masks at the Zoo. This extends to indoor and outdoor areas.

Regular Zoo Hours

May 28-Sept. 6
9am-5pm Monday-Thursday, 9am-7pm Friday-Sunday & holidays
- Closed Friday, June 11, for Zoobilation
- Open until 8:30pm June 17, 24; July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 for Animals & All That Jazz concerts
Sept. 7-Oct. 5

9am-4pm Monday-Thursday, 9am-5pm Friday-Sunday
Oct 6-31
9am-4pm Monday-Tuesday, 9am-7pm Wednesday-Thursday & Sunday, 9am-9pm Friday-Saturday
- ZooBoo activities run 2pm-close Wednesday-Sunday
Nov. 1-19

9am-4pm daily
Nov. 20-Dec. 30
noon-9pm Sunday-Thursday, noon-10pm Friday-Saturday
- Christmas at the Zoo activities run 5pm-close daily
- Closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve & Day, New Year’s Eve & 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