Audubon Zoo: Entry Ticket

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Audubon Zoo in New Orleans offers you the chance to explore over 50 acres of carefully designed habitats housing more than 1,700 animals from 350+ species. This award-winning zoo combines conservation, education, and entertainment across distinct themed zones that transport you from African savannas to Louisiana swamplands.

You'll encounter everything from prowling African lions and mysterious jaguars to Louisiana's native black bears and the famous white alligator. The zoo's unique Louisiana Swamp exhibit stands as the world's only urban swamp display, showcasing local wildlife in their natural habitat. Interactive areas like Watoto Farm let you get hands-on with farm animals, while Monkey Hill provides adventure playground fun for children.

Highlights

  • African Savanna featuring lions, giraffes, and zebras in expansive outdoor enclosures
  • Louisiana Swamp exhibit with black bears, bobcats, and the famous white alligator
  • Jaguar Jungle's lush rainforest setting with jaguars, spider monkeys, and ocelots
  • "Criaturas de la Noche" bat house showcasing nocturnal species
  • Watoto Farm's hands-on encounters with sheep and goats
  • Monkey Hill's 5-level treehouse adventure playground for children

Plan Your Visit to Audubon Zoo

The zoo opens daily from 10:00am to 5:00pm. Arrive early to avoid crowds at popular exhibits like the African Savanna and Jaguar Jungle. Plan to spend 3-4 hours to see all major exhibits comfortably. Daily keeper talks and animal feedings happen throughout the day, though schedules vary.

The zoo provides wheelchair-accessible pathways, dining facilities, and restrooms throughout the grounds. Stroller rentals and lockers are available near the entrance. While exploring New Orleans' attractions, you might also consider visiting the New Orleans historic streetcar tour to see more of the city's character.

Getting there is straightforward via the historic St. Charles streetcar line or by car with on-site parking available. The zoo's location in Uptown New Orleans makes it easy to combine with other city attractions. After your zoo visit, you could explore the nearby French Quarter walking tour to experience New Orleans' famous historic district.

Why you'll love it

  • Explore over 50 acres of themed habitats in New Orleans
  • See more than 1,700 animals across 350-plus species
  • Walk through zones spanning African savannas to Louisiana swamplands
  • Encounter lions, jaguars, black bears, and the famous white alligators
  • Award-winning zoo blending conservation, education, and family entertainment

What's included

  • Admission to Audubon Zoo
  • Food and beverage
  • Entry to Wild Encounters

Good to know

Opening times

10:00am – 5:00pm 10:00am – 5:00pm 10:00am – 5:00pm 10:00am – 5:00pm 10:00am – 5:00pm 10:00am – 5:00pm 10:00am – 5:00pm

Know before you go
  • Plan to arrive early as popular exhibits can get busy.

  • Check opening times before your visit (10:00am – 5:00pm daily).

  • Wheelchair accessible for most paths and exhibits.

  • Bring a valid ID for ticket verification if requested.

  • Food and beverages are available for purchase inside the zoo.

Visitor guidelines
  • Plan to arrive early as popular exhibits can get busy.

  • Check opening times before your visit (10:00am – 5:00pm daily).

  • Wheelchair accessible for most paths and exhibits.

  • Bring a valid ID for ticket verification if requested.

  • Food and beverages are available for purchase inside the zoo.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation

Where you'll be

6500 Magazine Street

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