Tickets & Hours
San Francisco Zoo is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Visitors may purchase tickets online or at the ticket window located at the main gate.
For information on our rainy day policy see our FAQ’s.
Hours
Gates open at 9:30 a.m. The Zoo closes at 4:30 p.m., last entry is at 3:30 p.m. for general admission and 4:00 p.m. for members. Thank you for your continued support.
Groups and Field Trips
- Reservation requests must be made 3 weeks in advance of the visit date by emailing Guest Services at [email protected]
- An email will be sent to you requesting additional information
- Minimum is 15 people to qualify as a group
- Must have 1 adult for every 5 children
- Accepted forms of payments are cash, credit/debit cards only
- No checks or purchase orders
- Payment is accepted on the day of the visit only
- Groups without reservations will be charged the regular admission rates
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Reduced Admission for San Francisco Residents
Through a partnership with the City and County of San Francisco, the San Francisco Zoo is pleased to offer reduced daily admission tickets.
Proof of San Francisco residency is required and can be established by providing one of the following:
- A valid driver’s license
- A valid identification card
- A utility, phone, or other local bill with your name and address, along with a current, valid photo I.D.
- Free days for SF Residents. Check our full calendar for free day announcements.
Guests with Disabilities
Guests with disabilities receive San Francisco resident rates.
Military Discount
Retired and active military personnel receive San Francisco resident rates.
Take Muni and Get a Discount
We encourage you to use public transportation when visiting us. Visitors who take Muni to the Zoo receive a $1 discount off the price of admission. Just show your same-day Muni receipt, transfer, or monthly pass at the ticket window. Within San Francisco, take the Muni L Taraval line outbound to the Zoo. Muni bus lines 23 and 18 also stop at the Zoo. Use the SFMTA Trip Planner sfmta.com/drive-park for directions.
San Francisco CityPASS®
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Become a Member
Support the Zoo’s mission by purchasing a Membership! Join today.
General Admission Prices
Tickets purchased in-person at the ticket box office have no processing fee ($1).
| Description | Weekdays | Weekends & Holidays |
|---|---|---|
| SF Zoo Members | Free | Free |
| Adult (12-64) | $29.00 | $31.00 |
| Seniors (65 and over) | $24.00 | $26.00 |
| Children (2-11) | $20.00 | $22.00 |
| Children (under 2) | Free | Free |
| Parking | $11.00 | $13.00 |
SF Resident Admission Prices
| Description | Weekdays | Weekends & Holidays |
|---|---|---|
| SF Zoo Members | Free | Free |
| Adult (12-64) | $26.00 | $28.00 |
| Seniors (65 and over) | $20.00 | $22.00 |
| Children (2-11) | $17.00 | $19.00 |
| Children (under 2) | Free | Free |
| Parking | $11.00 | $13.00 |
