The Zoo will be closed on Sun, Jan. 25 and Mon., Jan. 26 due to severe inclement weather.
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Zoo-More Experiences
Get in the water with bottlenose dolphins, receive a one-of-a-kind painting from a penguin, wash an African elephant and more!
How will you “Zoo more” on your visit to the Indianapolis Zoo?
Special Edition: Chimpanzee Adventure
Limited-time experience!
Meet some of the chimpanzee troop behind the scenes!
Available only Jan. 17–March 15, 2026. Join Zoo staff for a behind-the-scenes peek at what winter wellbeing looks like for these primates, including choosing an item that enriches the troop’s day in a special way.
Animal Adventures
Get up close with an amazing Ambassador Animal and learn more about the Zoo’s many conservation efforts!
- New! Giant Tortoise Adventure
- Dolphin Meet & Greet
- Capybara Adventure
- Elephant Bathing
- Elephant Care Adventure
- Giant Tortoise Meet & Greet
- Rhino Adventure
- Sloth Adventure
Animal Art
Make memories watching one of our animal artists create a painted souvenir canvas!
- Elephant Art
- Orangutan Art
- Penguin Art
- Dolphin Art
Dolphin In-Water Adventure
Experience the world of dolphins – in the water!
The Indianapolis Zoo is the only place in the Midwest where you can get in the water with dolphins! Whether you reserve this experience for yourself or as a gift for a loved one, the Dolphin In-Water Adventure is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet these amazing marine mammals up close.