Lions, tigers and bears, oh my! The Austin Zoo has a variety of new temporary policies in place during the pandemic to ensure the safety of guests — included limited reservations as well as the enforcement of mask-wearing and social distancing.
New guidelines include:
- Advanced tickets are required. You can purchase tickets for admission as well as train rides. Limited numbers of tickets will be sold with a specific check-in time. Click here to get your tickets. Note that no walk-ins are allowed.
- Masks are required for any guests ages 2 & up.
- The Zoo has created a one-way path through the Zoo that guests are required to follow.
- Social distancing will be strictly enforced.
- Daily activities such as keeper talks are not offered at this time.
- The Discovery Center is closed.
- The restrooms are closed, however portable restrooms are stationed at the new entrance of the Zoo and in the Picnic Grove area.
- The concessions area is closed, however a small gift shop will be set up for purchasing souvenirs, drinks and prepackaged snacks. Note that no cash transactions will be allowed; credit/debit cards only. The Gift Shop closes at 4 p.m.
- Wheelchairs and strollers are not available for rent at this time.
- No outside food is allowed.
For much more info about Austin’s rescue zoo, including details about their newest animal, Zulema the White Bengal Tiger, please visit austinzoo.org.
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*Header image from the Austin Zoo’s Facebook page
