{"id":34,"date":"2023-05-17T14:12:14","date_gmt":"2023-05-17T20:12:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost:10029\/?page_id=34"},"modified":"2026-02-28T08:29:36","modified_gmt":"2026-02-28T14:29:36","slug":"plan-your-adventure","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/plan-your-adventure\/","title":{"rendered":"Plan Your Adventure"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row el_id=&#8221;anchornav&#8221;][vc_column]<section class=\"page-navigation\">\n    <span id=\"dropdown\">Quick Links<\/span><ul><li><a class=\"page-navigation__item\" id=\"nav-map\" target=\"_self\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/plan-your-adventure\/#map\">\n\n          Zoo Map        \n          <\/li><\/a><li><a class=\"page-navigation__item\" id=\"nav-directions\" target=\"_self\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/plan-your-adventure\/#directions\">\n\n          Directions & Map        \n          <\/li><\/a><li><a class=\"page-navigation__item\" id=\"nav-rides\" target=\"_self\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/plan-your-adventure\/#rides\">\n\n          Rides & Attractions        \n          <\/li><\/a><li><a class=\"page-navigation__item\" id=\"nav-encounters\" target=\"_self\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/plan-your-adventure\/#encounters\">\n\n          Animal Encounters        \n          <\/li><\/a><li><a class=\"page-navigation__item\" id=\"nav-shop\" target=\"_self\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/plan-your-adventure\/#shop\">\n\n          Dining & Shopping        \n          <\/li><\/a><li><a class=\"page-navigation__item\" id=\"nav-faq-today\" target=\"_self\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/plan-your-adventure\/#faq-today\">\n\n          FAQs        \n          <\/li><\/a><li><a class=\"page-navigation__item\" id=\"nav-hotels\" target=\"_self\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/plan-your-adventure\/#hotels\">\n\n          Where to Stay        \n          <\/li><\/a><\/ul><\/section>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=&#8221;no-padding&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"zootoday\" class=\"anchor\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=&#8221;mark-right-dark&#8221; el_id=&#8221;today&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;]<h2 class=\"header-with-image\" data-aos=\"fade-up\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/source\/assets\/icons\/heading-icons\/si-location.svg\" alt=\"icon of location\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/>Today at the Zoo<\/h2>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4>Today&#8217;s Hours: 10am &#8211; 5pm<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<details class=\"simple-expander\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n        <summary>Hours of Operation for 2026<\/summary><div>January 5th &#8211; November 18th: 10am-5pm<\/p>\n<p>March 7th: Begin Member early entry at 9am<\/div><\/details>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4>News for Today<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>The Butterfly Aviary, Gibbon Island, and Ring-tailed Lemur habitats are closed for the season.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Animal News<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>The Black Bears may not be viewable due to being in torpor, a lighter state of sleep. They will get up once or twice a day briefly for snacks. <a title=\"Learn more\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/bears-behaving-like-bears\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>NOTE:<\/strong> Animal visibility is not guaranteed. Many have access to their behind-the-scenes areas and may not be viewable. Circle back if you don&#8217;t see your favorite animal the first time you visit their habitat.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; el_class=&#8221;calendar-preview&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4>Encounters &amp; Chats<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]\n\n<div class=\"sw-cal-grid-423493\"><link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"https:\/\/prod.speakcdn.com\/sitefiles\/global\/CSS\/calendar\/event-default.css\" \/>\n\n\n<div class=\"daily-events__date\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n    <h5>Sunday, March 1, 2026<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"CalendarListEvent os-animate js-scroll fade-in\">\n    <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header\">\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date-month\">Mar<\/div>\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date-date\">1<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_daily-time\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_daily-time-time\">10:30 AM<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__content\">\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__title\">\n            \n                            Black Bear Chat 10:30AM\n                        \n            <span class=\"CalendarListEvent__content-toggle\">\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__body\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__date_time\">\n                10:30\n\n                \n                                    10:30\n                                \n    \n                \n                                <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/prod.speakcdn.com\/sitefiles\/global\/images\/svg\/repeat.svg\" alt=\"Recurring event\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/>\n                                \n            <\/div>\n            \n                \n                            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__location-date\">\n                                \n                                            Sunday, March 01, 10:30AM\n                                        \n                            <\/div>\n                            \n                            \n            \n                        \n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__description\">\n                Bear Ridge Upper Glass\n            <\/div>\n            \n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"CalendarListEvent os-animate js-scroll fade-in\">\n    <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header\">\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date-month\">Mar<\/div>\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date-date\">1<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_daily-time\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_daily-time-time\">11:00 AM<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__content\">\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__title\">\n            \n                            Sea Otter Encounter 11:00AM\n                        \n            <span class=\"CalendarListEvent__content-toggle\">\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__body\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__date_time\">\n                11:00\n\n                \n                                    11:00\n                                \n    \n                \n                                <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/prod.speakcdn.com\/sitefiles\/global\/images\/svg\/repeat.svg\" alt=\"Recurring event\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/>\n                                \n            <\/div>\n            \n                \n                            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__location-date\">\n                                \n                                            Sunday, March 01, 11:00AM\n                                        \n                            <\/div>\n                            \n                            \n            \n                        \n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__description\">\n                Sea Otter Coast\n            <\/div>\n            \n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"CalendarListEvent os-animate js-scroll fade-in\">\n    <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header\">\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date-month\">Mar<\/div>\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date-date\">1<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_daily-time\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_daily-time-time\">11:00 AM<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__content\">\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__title\">\n            \n                            Polar Penguin Chat 11:00AM\n                        \n            <span class=\"CalendarListEvent__content-toggle\">\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__body\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__date_time\">\n                11:00\n\n                \n                                    11:00\n                                \n    \n                \n                                <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/prod.speakcdn.com\/sitefiles\/global\/images\/svg\/repeat.svg\" alt=\"Recurring event\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/>\n                                \n            <\/div>\n            \n                \n                            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__location-date\">\n                                \n                                            Sunday, March 01, 11:00AM\n                                        \n                            <\/div>\n                            \n                            \n            \n                        \n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__description\">\n                Inside Birds of the World\n            <\/div>\n            \n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"CalendarListEvent os-animate js-scroll fade-in\">\n    <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header\">\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date-month\">Mar<\/div>\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date-date\">1<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_daily-time\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_daily-time-time\">11:00 AM<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__content\">\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__title\">\n            \n                            Wings of Wonder Meet & Greet 11:00AM - 11:45AM\n                        \n            <span class=\"CalendarListEvent__content-toggle\">\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__body\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__date_time\">\n                11:00\n\n                \n                                    11:00 - 11:45\n                                \n    \n                \n                                <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/prod.speakcdn.com\/sitefiles\/global\/images\/svg\/repeat.svg\" alt=\"Recurring event\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/>\n                                \n            <\/div>\n            \n                \n                            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__location-date\">\n                                \n                                            Sunday, March 01, 11:00AM - 11:45AM | Inside Manatee Springs\n                                        \n                            <\/div>\n                            \n                            \n            \n                        \n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__description\">\n                Inside Manatee Springs\n            <\/div>\n            \n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"CalendarListEvent os-animate js-scroll fade-in\">\n    <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header\">\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date-month\">Mar<\/div>\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date-date\">1<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_daily-time\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_daily-time-time\">12:15 PM<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__content\">\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__title\">\n            \n                            Red Panda Chat 12:15PM\n                        \n            <span class=\"CalendarListEvent__content-toggle\">\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__body\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__date_time\">\n                12:15\n\n                \n                                    12:15\n                                \n    \n                \n                                <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/prod.speakcdn.com\/sitefiles\/global\/images\/svg\/repeat.svg\" alt=\"Recurring event\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/>\n                                \n            <\/div>\n            \n                \n                            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__location-date\">\n                                \n                                            Sunday, March 01, 12:15PM\n                                        \n                            <\/div>\n                            \n                            \n            \n                        \n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__description\">\n                Red Panda Habitat\n            <\/div>\n            \n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"CalendarListEvent os-animate js-scroll fade-in\">\n    <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header\">\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date-month\">Mar<\/div>\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date-date\">1<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_daily-time\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_daily-time-time\">01:00 PM<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__content\">\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__title\">\n            \n                            Kea aviary walkthrough & chat 1:00PM - 1:45PM\n                        \n            <span class=\"CalendarListEvent__content-toggle\">\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__body\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__date_time\">\n                1:00\n\n                \n                                    1:00 - 1:45\n                                \n    \n                \n                                <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/prod.speakcdn.com\/sitefiles\/global\/images\/svg\/repeat.svg\" alt=\"Recurring event\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/>\n                                \n            <\/div>\n            \n                \n                            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__location-date\">\n                                \n                                            Sunday, March 01, 1:00PM - 1:45PM | Free-flight Aviary\n                                        \n                            <\/div>\n                            \n                            \n            \n                        \n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__description\">\n                Free-flight Aviary\n            <\/div>\n            \n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"CalendarListEvent os-animate js-scroll fade-in\">\n    <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header\">\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date-month\">Mar<\/div>\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date-date\">1<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_daily-time\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_daily-time-time\">01:00 PM<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__content\">\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__title\">\n            \n                            Wings of Wonder Meet & Greet 1:00PM - 2:00PM\n                        \n            <span class=\"CalendarListEvent__content-toggle\">\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__body\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__date_time\">\n                1:00\n\n                \n                                    1:00 - 2:00\n                                \n    \n                \n                                <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/prod.speakcdn.com\/sitefiles\/global\/images\/svg\/repeat.svg\" alt=\"Recurring event\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/>\n                                \n            <\/div>\n            \n                \n                            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__location-date\">\n                                \n                                            Sunday, March 01, 1:00PM - 2:00PM | Inside Manatee Springs\n                                        \n                            <\/div>\n                            \n                            \n            \n                        \n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__description\">\n                Inside Manatee Springs\n            <\/div>\n            \n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"CalendarListEvent os-animate js-scroll fade-in\">\n    <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header\">\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date-month\">Mar<\/div>\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date-date\">1<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_daily-time\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_daily-time-time\">01:00 PM<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__content\">\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__title\">\n            \n                            Meet-a-Creature 1:00PM - 4:00PM\n                        \n            <span class=\"CalendarListEvent__content-toggle\">\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__body\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__date_time\">\n                1:00\n\n                \n                                    1:00 - 4:00\n                                \n    \n                \n                                <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/prod.speakcdn.com\/sitefiles\/global\/images\/svg\/repeat.svg\" alt=\"Recurring event\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/>\n                                \n            <\/div>\n            \n                \n                            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__location-date\">\n                                \n                                            Sunday, March 01, 1:00PM - 4:00PM | Clubhouse (by Train Station)\n                                        \n                            <\/div>\n                            \n                            \n            \n                        \n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__description\">\n                Clubhouse (by Train Station)\n            <\/div>\n            \n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"CalendarListEvent os-animate js-scroll fade-in\">\n    <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header\">\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date-month\">Mar<\/div>\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date-date\">1<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_daily-time\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_daily-time-time\">02:30 PM<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__content\">\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__title\">\n            \n                            Snow Leopard Enrichment 2:30PM\n                        \n            <span class=\"CalendarListEvent__content-toggle\">\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__body\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__date_time\">\n                2:30\n\n                \n                                    2:30\n                                \n    \n                \n                                <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/prod.speakcdn.com\/sitefiles\/global\/images\/svg\/repeat.svg\" alt=\"Recurring event\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/>\n                                \n            <\/div>\n            \n                \n                            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__location-date\">\n                                \n                                            Sunday, March 01, 2:30PM\n                                        \n                            <\/div>\n                            \n                            \n            \n                        \n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__description\">\n                Cat Canyon\n            <\/div>\n            \n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"CalendarListEvent os-animate js-scroll fade-in\">\n    <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header\">\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date-month\">Mar<\/div>\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_date-date\">1<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_daily-time\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__header_daily-time-time\">02:30 PM<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__content\">\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__title\">\n            \n                            Black Bear Chat 2:30PM\n                        \n            <span class=\"CalendarListEvent__content-toggle\">\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__body\">\n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__date_time\">\n                2:30\n\n                \n                                    2:30\n                                \n    \n                \n                                <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/prod.speakcdn.com\/sitefiles\/global\/images\/svg\/repeat.svg\" alt=\"Recurring event\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/>\n                                \n            <\/div>\n            \n                \n                            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__location-date\">\n                                \n                                            Sunday, March 01, 2:30PM\n                                        \n                            <\/div>\n                            \n                            \n            \n                        \n            <div class=\"CalendarListEvent__description\">\n                Bear Ridge Upper Glass\n            <\/div>\n            \n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"CalendarListFooter\">\n    <div class=\"CalendarListSummary\">\n        Viewing\n        <strong>1-10<\/strong> of\n        <strong>10<\/strong> Events\n    <\/div>\n    \n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n<a class=\"button\" data-aos=\"fade-up\" href=\"\/daily-events\" target=\"_self\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"\" title=\"\">See Full Calendar of Daily Activities<\/a>[vc_column_text][\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_section el_class=&#8221;bg-tan wave-bg&#8221;][vc_row el_class=&#8221;no-padding&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"map\" class=\"anchor\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;]<h2 class=\"header-with-image\" data-aos=\"fade-up\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/source\/assets\/icons\/heading-icons\/si-location.svg\" alt=\"icon of location\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/>Zoo Map<\/h2>[vc_column_text]When you\u2019re at the Zoo, find your destination with our FREE <a href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/mobile-app\/\">mobile app!<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Souvenir Zoo Maps are also available at the Zoo for $1.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;]<div data-aos=\"fade-up\" class=\"image-block themed\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Welcome_Center_Map_Attractions_Version_High-Res_1-2-26.jpg\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Welcome_Center_Map_Attractions_Version_High-Res_1-2-26.jpg\" alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 8038px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 8038\/4538;\" \/><\/a><\/div><!-- .img-block -->[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section][vc_row][vc_column]<div id=\"map\" class=\"anchor\"><\/div><h2 class=\"header-with-image\" data-aos=\"fade-up\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/source\/assets\/icons\/heading-icons\/si-signs.svg\" alt=\"icon of signs\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/>Directions &amp; Parking<\/h2>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_row][vc_column]<div id=\"directions\" class=\"anchor\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_section][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Directions<\/h3>\n<p class=\"even\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">The main Zoo lot is located at <strong class=\"first-child last-child odd\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">3427 Vine Street.\u00a0<\/strong>The Cincinnati Zoo &amp; Botanical Garden is located at 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45220. You can also take Metro routes 1, 46, 38x, 78 or hop on a Red Bike.<\/p>\n<p class=\"odd\"><iframe class=\"first-child last-child odd lazyload\" title=\"Google Map with directions to Cincinnati Zoo\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d3094.393160710687!2d-84.51084164847995!3d39.14303847943306!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x8841b39afdef07ed%3A0x666a83a6068a75dd!2s3400+Vine+St%2C+Cincinnati%2C+OH+45220!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1482345843394\" width=\"600\" height=\"245\" frameborder=\"0\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p class=\"last-child even\">Group transportation to the zoo is available through a variety of charter bus providers, including <a class=\"first-child odd\" title=\"GOGO Charters\" href=\"https:\/\/gogocharters.com\/wedding-bus-rental\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GOGO Charters<\/a>, <a class=\"even\" title=\"National Charter Bus\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalbuscharter.com\/wedding-trip-bus-rental\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">National Charter Bus<\/a>, and <a class=\"last-child odd\" title=\"Shofur\" href=\"https:\/\/shofur.com\/charter-bus\/ohio\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shofur<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"even odd\">Parking<\/h3>\n<p class=\"even odd\">Parking lots are located across the street from the Zoo on Vine St., Erkenbrecher Ave, and Dury Ave. Parking cannot be guaranteed.<\/p>\n<p class=\"even odd\">Visitors may enter the Zoo using the pedestrian bridges over Vine and Erkenbrecher. Both are ADA accessible.<\/p>\n<p>Members will exit the lot by scanning their digital membership or a physical membership card on the top scanner. Any other visitors can purchase a parking ticket by scanning the QR codes posted around the park or by using the parking kiosk at the zoo\u2019s front entry. <a class=\"first-child odd\" title=\"Watch this video for more info.\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=uMu5dt2purU\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Watch this video for more info.<\/a>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"accordions themed accordion-list\" role=\"tablist\"><div class=\"accordions__tab\" role=\"tab\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n        <span class=\"accordions__tab-toggle tab-toggle\" role=\"button\" title=\"toggle tab\" aria-label=\"toggle tab\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n        <\/span>\n        <div class=\"accordions__tab-content tab-body\" role=\"tabpanel\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"odd last-child even\">You can charge your electric vehicle at the Cincinnati Zoo &amp; Botanical Garden! We have 8 charging ports in our main Vine St. parking lot. The charging stations are provided by Electrada and can be used with FLO or ChargePoint apps, and also appear on Plugshare.<\/p>\n<p>\n<\/div>\n      <\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section el_class=&#8221;bg-grey wave-bg&#8221;][vc_row el_id=&#8221;rides&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"rides\" class=\"anchor\"><\/div><h2 class=\"header-with-image\" data-aos=\"fade-up\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/source\/assets\/icons\/heading-icons\/si-carnival.svg\" alt=\"icon of carnival\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/>Zoo Rides &amp; Attractions<\/h2>[vc_column_text]Rides are an included benefit of Platinum and Gold Members. Standard members and non-members may purchase tickets at each respective attraction. Rides and attractions are weather dependent.<\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Adventure Package (Admission + Rides)\" href=\"https:\/\/store.cincinnatizoo.org\/webstore\/shop\/viewitems.aspx?cg=1&amp;c=ga&amp;_ga=2.157982841.2109092254.1693925935-1482220813.1643822446&amp;_gl=1*xg3o9m*_gcl_au*nzmznjg4mtuzlje3mtuxotgzmty.*_ga*ntgxoty4mtgxlje3mdi0mdy0mtg.*_ga_sdwf9je8x5*mtcxnjk4odc5oc4xmtgums4xnze2otg5mtk2ljaumc4w\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Adventure Package (Admission + Rides)\u00a0<\/a>[\/vc_column_text]<section class=\"attraction-portals\" data-aos=\"fade-up\"><div class=\"attraction-portals__wrapper\">\n      \n      <a class=\"attraction-portals__item\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/plan-your-adventure\/rides-attractions\/\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Safari Train\" aria-label=\"Safari Train\">\n        <div class=\"attraction-portals__image\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/new-train.jpg\" alt=\"new green electric train on tracks with two kids in the last seat facing the camera\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/>        \n        <\/div>        \n        <div class=\"attraction-portals__item-content reverse\">\n          <h3>Safari Train<\/h3>\n          <p class=\"attraction-portals__time\">Closed for the Season - Reopens March 7<\/p>\n          <p class=\"attraction-portals__description\">$5.00 per person per ride.\n\nIncluded in Gold, Platinum, and Donor memberships. \n\n\n<\/p><p>Sponsored by:<\/p>\n          <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Huntington_Primary_Logo_Horizontal_RGB_Dark.png\" alt=\"huntington bank logo\" class=\"attraction-portals__sponsor-image lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 11681px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 11681\/1649;\" \/>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/a>\n      \n      <a class=\"attraction-portals__item\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/plan-your-adventure\/rides-attractions\/\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Carousel \" aria-label=\"Carousel \">\n        <div class=\"attraction-portals__image\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/53153958385_979da17abb_k.jpg\" alt=\"carousel with a fountain and ducks in foreground\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 2048px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 2048\/1106;\" \/>        \n        <\/div>        \n        <div class=\"attraction-portals__item-content reverse\">\n          <h3>Carousel <\/h3>\n          <p class=\"attraction-portals__time\">Closed for the Season - Reopens March 7<\/p>\n          <p class=\"attraction-portals__description\">$4.00 per person per ride.\n\nIncluded in Gold, Platinum, and Donor memberships. \n\n<\/p><p>Sponsored by:<\/p>\n          <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/furniture.jpg\" alt=\"Furniture Fair Logo\" class=\"attraction-portals__sponsor-image lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 242px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 242\/78;\" \/>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/a>\n      \n      <a class=\"attraction-portals__item\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/plan-your-adventure\/rides-attractions\/\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Giraffe Feeding\" aria-label=\"Giraffe Feeding\">\n        <div class=\"attraction-portals__image\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/60636737_10157116288285479_4614614503223459840_n.jpg\" alt=\"woman and child feeding a giraffe\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 2048px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 2048\/1365;\" \/>        \n        <\/div>        \n        <div class=\"attraction-portals__item-content reverse\">\n          <h3>Giraffe Feeding<\/h3>\n          <p class=\"attraction-portals__time\">Closed for the Season - Reopens March 14<\/p>\n          <p class=\"attraction-portals__description\">$4.00 per person.\n<\/p><p>Sponsored by:<\/p>\n          <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/chick.jpg\" alt=\"chick-fil-a logo\" class=\"attraction-portals__sponsor-image lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 217px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 217\/89;\" \/>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/a>\n      \n      <a class=\"attraction-portals__item\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/plan-your-adventure\/rides-attractions\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Face Painting\" aria-label=\"Face Painting\">\n        <div class=\"attraction-portals__image\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/52830745845_916150035e_b.jpg\" alt=\"three small children with facepaint on at the zoo\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/>        \n        <\/div>        \n        <div class=\"attraction-portals__item-content reverse\">\n          <h3>Face Painting<\/h3>\n          <p class=\"attraction-portals__time\">Closed for the Season - Reopens March 7<\/p>\n          <p class=\"attraction-portals__description\">Prices range from $14-$20. Membership discount available. Weather dependent. <\/p>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/a><\/div><\/section><a class=\"button\" data-aos=\"fade-up\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/plan-your-adventure\/rides-attractions\/\" target=\"_self\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"\" title=\"\">See More about Rides &amp; Attractions<\/a>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section][vc_row][vc_column]<div id=\"encounters\" class=\"anchor\"><\/div><h2 class=\"header-with-image\" data-aos=\"fade-up\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/source\/assets\/icons\/heading-icons\/si-chicken.svg\" alt=\"icon of chicken\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/>Wildlife Encounters<\/h2>[vc_column_text]These are included with Zoo admission. Please see the Daily News at the top of the page for any schedule changes.[\/vc_column_text]<section class=\"attraction-portals\" data-aos=\"fade-up\"><div class=\"attraction-portals__wrapper\">\n      \n      <a class=\"attraction-portals__item\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/plan-your-adventure\/#zootoday\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Cheetah Encounters\" aria-label=\"Cheetah Encounters\">\n        <div class=\"attraction-portals__image\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Sarah3.jpg\" alt=\"cheetah running\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 2400px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 2400\/1600;\" \/>        \n        <\/div>        \n        <div class=\"attraction-portals__item-content reverse\">\n          <h3>Cheetah Encounters<\/h3>\n          <p class=\"attraction-portals__time\">Returns April 3<\/p>\n          <p class=\"attraction-portals__description\">Discover the wonders of African wildlife with our fascinating animal ambassadors! During the Bobcat Enterprises, Inc. Cheetah Encounter, guests may witness the incredible agility of a serval as it leaps, marvel at the wonder of a porcupine, and experience seeing a cheetah do what they do best: run!<\/p><p>Sponsored by:<\/p>\n          <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Bobcat-Enterprises-Inc-Logo-2025.jpg\" alt=\"bobcat logo\" class=\"attraction-portals__sponsor-image lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1650px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1650\/497;\" \/>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/a>\n      \n      <a class=\"attraction-portals__item\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/plan-your-adventure\/#zootoday\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Barnyard Bonanza\" aria-label=\"Barnyard Bonanza\">\n        <div class=\"attraction-portals__image\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/D5bEmNNX4AA9pIz.jpg\" alt=\"barnyard bonanza goat giving a high five to a child\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/454;\" \/>        \n        <\/div>        \n        <div class=\"attraction-portals__item-content reverse\">\n          <h3>Barnyard Bonanza<\/h3>\n          <p class=\"attraction-portals__time\">Returns April 4<\/p>\n          <p class=\"attraction-portals__description\">The Barnyard Bonanza is a fast-paced, fun, family-friendly demonstration of barnyard animal behaviors in our Children\u2019s Zoo!<\/p><p>Sponsored by:<\/p>\n          <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/grippos.png\" alt=\"grippos logo\" class=\"attraction-portals__sponsor-image lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 200px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 200\/140;\" \/>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/a>\n      \n      <a class=\"attraction-portals__item\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wingsofwonder\/\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Wings of Wonder\" aria-label=\"Wings of Wonder\">\n        <div class=\"attraction-portals__image\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/scarlet.jpg\" alt=\"blue and red macaw flying off of a giant rock\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 2047px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 2047\/1365;\" \/>        \n        <\/div>        \n        <div class=\"attraction-portals__item-content reverse\">\n          <h3>Wings of Wonder<\/h3>\n          <p class=\"attraction-portals__time\">Returns May 22<\/p>\n          <p class=\"attraction-portals__description\">Join us for an action-packed free-flight demonstration in the Zoo\u2019s amphitheater.  See, hear, and feel birds fly over your head and marvel at other amazing bird behaviors. <\/p><p>Sponsored by:<\/p>\n          <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/americas.png\" alt=\"meritas logo\" class=\"attraction-portals__sponsor-image lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 200px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 200\/76;\" \/>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/a><\/div><\/section>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_row el_class=&#8221;no-padding&#8221;][vc_column]\n    <div class=\"large-portal\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n        <div class=\"large-portal__image\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Little-Blue-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"family smiling and touching a little blue penguin that a keeper is holding\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 2560px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 2560\/1707;\">\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"large-portal__content\">\n            <h3 class=\"large-portal__title\">Interested in booking a Behind-the-Scenes Experience?<\/h3>\n            <p>Proceeds from Behind-the-Scenes Experiences are used to support global conservation efforts.<\/p><a class=\"button\" href=\"\/plan-your-adventure\/behind-the-scenes-experiences\/\" target=\"_self\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"\" title=\"\">Learn More<\/a><\/div>\n        <svg width=\"0\" height=\"0\" viewBox=\"0 0 100 100\">\n        <defs>\n            <clipPath id=\"large-portal-clip\" clipPathUnits=\"objectBoundingBox\">\n            <path d=\"M 1,0 L 1,1 L 0.04,1.002 C -0.002,0.898 0.098,0.304 0.03,0 L 1,0 L 1,0 L 1,0 L 1,0 L 1,0 L 1,0 L 1,0 L 1,0 Z\"><\/path>\n            <\/clipPath>\n        <\/defs>\n        <\/svg>\n        <svg width=\"0\" height=\"0\" viewBox=\"0 0 100 100\">\n        <defs>\n            <clipPath id=\"large-portal-clip-mobile\" clipPathUnits=\"objectBoundingBox\">\n            <path d=\"M 0,0.038 C 0.236,-0.002 0.698,0.068 1.002,0.022 L 1,1 L 0,1 L 0,0.038 Z\"><\/path>\n            <\/clipPath>\n        <\/defs>\n        <\/svg>\n    <\/div><div class=\"spacer\" style=\"padding-bottom:20px;\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_section el_class=&#8221;bg-lightgreen wave-bg&#8221;][vc_row el_id=&#8221;shopdine&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"shop\" class=\"anchor\"><\/div><h2 class=\"header-with-image\" data-aos=\"fade-up\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/source\/assets\/icons\/heading-icons\/si-shopping.svg\" alt=\"icon of shopping\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/>Shopping &amp; Dining<\/h2>[vc_column_text]The main Zoo Shop, located in Vine Street Village, carries a wide range of items to commemorate your trip to the Zoo and also stocks practical items, such as sunscreen, to make your visit more enjoyable![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Gift Shops<\/h3>\n<p>You can now shop at the Cincinnati Zoo\u2019s Gift Shop online! Don\u2019t miss all of the latest merch![\/vc_column_text]<a class=\"button\" data-aos=\"fade-up\" href=\"https:\/\/shopcincinnatizoo.com\" target=\"_blank\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"\" title=\"\">Shop Now<\/a><div class=\"spacer\" style=\"padding-bottom:20px;\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Food<\/h3>\n<p>From Food Trucks featuring chicken strips, tacos, and burgers to snack stations and Hops, overlooking Roo Valley, the Zoo has something for everyone!<\/p>\n<p><em>Hours and availability of food locations subject to weather and attendance. <\/em>[\/vc_column_text]<a class=\"button\" data-aos=\"fade-up\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/plan-your-adventure\/dining-shopping\/\" target=\"_self\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Dining & Shopping\" title=\"Dining & Shopping\">Learn More<\/a>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; el_class=&#8221;calendar-preview&#8221;][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]NEW!!\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/ssa.cinchio.com\/r\/CNZ01\/\">Mobile ordering is now available at Hops<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5>Food Locations Open Today<\/h5>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<section class=\"open-or-closed \" data-aos=\"fade-up\"><div class=\"open-or-closed__item open\"><div class=\"open-or-closed__item-content\">         \n            <h4>Base Camp<\/h4> \n            <h5>10:00am-5:00pm<\/h5>      \n        <\/div>    \n      <\/div><a class=\"open-or-closed__item open\" href=\"https:\/\/ssa.cinchio.com\/r\/CNZ01\/\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Hops\" aria-label=\"Hops\"> <div class=\"open-or-closed__item-content\">         \n            <h4>Hops<\/h4> \n            <h5>10am-5:00pm on Weekends Only (subject to weather)<\/h4>      \n        <\/div>        \n      <\/a><a class=\"open-or-closed__item closed\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/plan-your-adventure\/dining-shopping\/#tuskers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tuskers\" aria-label=\"Tuskers\"> <div class=\"open-or-closed__item-content\">         \n            <h4>Tuskers<\/h4> \n            <h5>10:00am-5:00pm <\/h4>      \n        <\/div>        \n      <\/a><div class=\"open-or-closed__item closed\"><div class=\"open-or-closed__item-content\">         \n            <h4>LaRosa's<\/h4> \n            <h5>10:00am-5:00pm <\/h5>      \n        <\/div>    \n      <\/div><div class=\"open-or-closed__item closed\"><div class=\"open-or-closed__item-content\">         \n            <h4>Outpost Cafe @ Mai Thai\u2019s Market<\/h4> \n            <h5>10:00am-5:00pm <\/h5>      \n        <\/div>    \n      <\/div><div class=\"open-or-closed__item closed\"><div class=\"open-or-closed__item-content\">         \n            <h4>Vine Dippin Dots<\/h4> \n            <h5>10:00am-5:00pm <\/h5>      \n        <\/div>    \n      <\/div><div class=\"open-or-closed__item closed\"><div class=\"open-or-closed__item-content\">         \n            <h4>Train Dippin Dots<\/h4> \n            <h5>10:00am-5:00pm <\/h5>      \n        <\/div>    \n      <\/div><div class=\"open-or-closed__item closed\"><div class=\"open-or-closed__item-content\">         \n            <h4>LaRosa's Dippin Dots<\/h4> \n            <h5>10:00am-5:00pm <\/h5>      \n        <\/div>    \n      <\/div><div class=\"open-or-closed__item closed\"><div class=\"open-or-closed__item-content\">         \n            <h4>Canopy Canteen<\/h4> \n            <h5>10:00am-5:00pm <\/h5>      \n        <\/div>    \n      <\/div><div class=\"open-or-closed__item closed\"><div class=\"open-or-closed__item-content\">         \n            <h4>Wild Burger<\/h4> \n            <h5>10:00am-5:00pm <\/h5>      \n        <\/div>    \n      <\/div><div class=\"open-or-closed__item closed\"><div class=\"open-or-closed__item-content\">         \n            <h4>The Coop <\/h4> \n            <h5>10:00am-5:00pm <\/h5>      \n        <\/div>    \n      <\/div><div class=\"open-or-closed__item closed\"><div class=\"open-or-closed__item-content\">         \n            <h4>Cup and Cone @ Mai Thai\u2019s Market<\/h4> \n            <h5>10:00am-5:00pm <\/h5>      \n        <\/div>    \n      <\/div><div class=\"open-or-closed__item closed\"><div class=\"open-or-closed__item-content\">         \n            <h4>Savannah Soft Serve<\/h4> \n            <h5>10:00am-5:00pm <\/h5>      \n        <\/div>    \n      <\/div><div class=\"open-or-closed__item closed\"><div class=\"open-or-closed__item-content\">         \n            <h4>Taco Caja<\/h4> \n            <h5>10:00am-5:00pm <\/h5>      \n        <\/div>    \n      <\/div><div class=\"open-or-closed__item closed\"><div class=\"open-or-closed__item-content\">         \n            <h4>Trunk Stop<\/h4> \n            <h5>10:00am-5:00pm <\/h5>      \n        <\/div>    \n      <\/div><a class=\"open-or-closed__item closed\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/plan-your-adventure\/dining-shopping\/#tuskers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Refill & Refresh (Train Station)\" aria-label=\"Refill & Refresh (Train Station)\"> <div class=\"open-or-closed__item-content\">         \n            <h4>Refill & Refresh (Train Station)<\/h4> \n            <h5>10:00am-5:00pm <\/h4>      \n        <\/div>        \n      <\/a><a class=\"open-or-closed__item closed\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/plan-your-adventure\/dining-shopping\/#tuskers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"S'mores & More\" aria-label=\"S'mores & More\"> <div class=\"open-or-closed__item-content\">         \n            <h4>S'mores & More<\/h4> \n            <h5>5pm-close<\/h4>      \n        <\/div>        \n      <\/a><a class=\"open-or-closed__item closed\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/plan-your-adventure\/dining-shopping\/#tuskers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Santa's Sweets (Santa's Village)\" aria-label=\"Santa's Sweets (Santa's Village)\"> <div class=\"open-or-closed__item-content\">         \n            <h4>Santa's Sweets (Santa's Village)<\/h4> \n            <h5>5pm-10pm<\/h4>      \n        <\/div>        \n      <\/a><a class=\"open-or-closed__item closed\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/plan-your-adventure\/dining-shopping\/#tuskers\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Mrs. Claus' Kitchen\" aria-label=\"Mrs. Claus' Kitchen\"> <div class=\"open-or-closed__item-content\">         \n            <h4>Mrs. Claus' Kitchen<\/h4> \n            <h5>5pm-10pm<\/h4>      \n        <\/div>        \n      <\/a><div class=\"open-or-closed__item closed\"><div class=\"open-or-closed__item-content\">         \n            <h4>Candy Cane Cottage<\/h4> \n            <h5>5pm-10pm<\/h5>      \n        <\/div>    \n      <\/div><div class=\"open-or-closed__item closed\"><div class=\"open-or-closed__item-content\">         \n            <h4>Hot Hippo Headquarters<\/h4> \n            <h5>5pm-close<\/h5>      \n        <\/div>    \n      <\/div><div class=\"open-or-closed__item closed\"><div class=\"open-or-closed__item-content\">         \n            <h4>Holly Jolly Cocoa Co. <\/h4> \n            <h5>5pm-close<\/h5>      \n        <\/div>    \n      <\/div><\/section>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section][vc_row][vc_column]<div id=\"hotels\" class=\"anchor\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=&#8221;mark-right-light&#8221;][vc_column]<h2 class=\"header-with-image\" data-aos=\"fade-up\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/source\/assets\/icons\/heading-icons\/si-bed.svg\" alt=\"icon of bed\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/>Where To Stay<\/h2>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]Embark on an adventure with our Wild Wonders Escape Package that combines the best of The Summit Hotel and the iconic Cincinnati Zoo.<\/p>\n<p>The Wild Wonders Escape\u00a0Includes:<\/p>\n<ul data-editing-info=\"{&quot;applyListStyleFromLevel&quot;:true}\">\n<li>Best Available Room Rate<\/li>\n<li>Breakfast at The Market\u00a0to fuel your day<\/li>\n<li>Admission tickets to the\u00a0 Cincinnati Zoo &amp; Botanical Garden<\/li>\n<li>Complimentary shuttle service\u00a0to the zoo (subject to availability)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<a class=\"button\" data-aos=\"fade-up\" href=\"https:\/\/www.phgsecure.com\/IBE\/bookingRedirect.ashx?propertyCode=CVGSH&rateCode=HCNZOO\" target=\"_blank\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"\" title=\"\">Book at The Summit Now<\/a><a class=\"button\" data-aos=\"fade-up\" href=\"https:\/\/reservations.arestravel.com\/package\/info\/12792\/7747\" target=\"_blank\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"\" title=\"\">More Hotel Options<\/a>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;]<div data-aos=\"fade-up\" class=\"image-block themed\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/435388094_966663595463862_2431011587042829527_n.jpg\" alt=\"summit hotel\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 2048px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 2048\/1365;\" \/><\/div><!-- .img-block --><div data-aos=\"fade-up\" class=\"image-block themed\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/2020-The-Summit-Logo_Horizontal_CMYK-copy-22.jpg\" alt=\"The Summit Logo\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 609px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 609\/95;\" \/><\/div><!-- .img-block -->[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=&#8221;hide&#8221; el_class=&#8221;hide&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p class=\"even\">Coming to Cincinnati to visit the Queen of the Zoo? The Summit is less than a mile from the Zoo and has you covered!<\/p>\n<p class=\"odd\"><strong>The Fiona: Queen of the Zoo hotel package includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"even\">\n<li class=\"odd\">Their best available room rate<\/li>\n<li class=\"odd\">Two (2) tickets to the\u00a0Cincinnati Zoo &amp; Botanical Garden<\/li>\n<li class=\"odd\">$20 daily credit to Fiona\u2019s, the lobby-level bar and restaurant<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"odd\">Book with code\u00a0<strong>ZOOFUN<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<a class=\"button\" data-aos=\"fade-up\" href=\"https:\/\/us01.z.antigena.com\/l\/y5c8wrEhWp9LBM~tWyviiTv-ReiqAOM74YC170v6r_IgMlnxo2kYqG-O4k_AHwzukL-TijTEhfq2808Y~1o~2ywk_uU1xh_G2scQmPp_B2LgNyfhE9f11UFgaG9AXi7dtDAWm~1qf10LdhWvUwC6ntvv6g1ZQdkEctzOHlB25NKfVRnwFyMcCdHISWOSnpNE2XSxP3jwgWlcA69zOeA8pZgsvymxSAd3sst9WuhucB3mrPylcqxx_32f_aeZlGGAKGXrL6N\" target=\"_blank\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"\" title=\"\">Book at The Summit Now<\/a><a class=\"button\" data-aos=\"fade-up\" href=\"https:\/\/reservations.arestravel.com\/package\/info\/12792\/7747\" target=\"_blank\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"\" title=\"\">More Hotel Options<\/a>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;]<div data-aos=\"fade-up\" class=\"image-block themed\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/gradroom.jpg\" alt=\"graduate room\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1280px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1280\/748;\" \/><\/div><!-- .img-block --><div data-aos=\"fade-up\" class=\"image-block themed\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/2020-The-Summit-Logo_Horizontal_CMYK-copy-22.jpg\" alt=\"The Summit Logo\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 609px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 609\/95;\" \/><\/div><!-- .img-block -->[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section el_id=&#8221;zoofaq&#8221; el_class=&#8221;bg-grey wave-bg&#8221;][vc_row][vc_column]<div id=\"faq-today\" class=\"anchor\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<h2 class=\"header-with-image\" data-aos=\"fade-up\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/source\/assets\/icons\/heading-icons\/si-magnifying-glass.svg\" alt=\"icon of magnifying-glass\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/>FAQ: Zoo Information and Policies<\/h2>[vc_column_text]In case of Lost Child or other emergencies, call the Zoo\u2019s public safety team at 513.475.6112[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"accordions themed accordion-list\" role=\"tablist\"><div class=\"accordions__tab\" role=\"tab\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n        <span class=\"accordions__tab-toggle tab-toggle\" role=\"button\" title=\"toggle tab\" aria-label=\"toggle tab\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n        <\/span>\n        <div class=\"accordions__tab-content tab-body\" role=\"tabpanel\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"even\">The Cincinnati Zoo has a Zero Tolerance Bullying Policy. Guests must be kind to Zoo staff, no foul\/hurtful\/discriminatory language, and no violence against our staff or fellow guests, plants, and animals allowed.<\/p>\n<p class=\"odd\">NO SMOKING\u00a0or VAPING! The Cincinnati Zoo &amp; Botanical Garden is a SMOKE-FREE ENVIRONMENT Call 1-866-559-OHIO for questions or to report violations.<\/p>\n<p>The Zoo does not allow any firearm to be brought on grounds, regardless if the individual has a conceal\/carry permit.<\/p>\n<p class=\"last-child even\">Do not feed the animals or disturb any plants. Bicycles, skates, Heelys, hoverboards, skateboards, roller blades, scooters and portable radios are not permitted on Zoo grounds. Please stay on paths. Pets are not permitted on Zoo grounds even if left inside vehicles. Shirts and shoes must be worn at all times. Because the park remains open during inclement weather, the Zoo offers no refunds or rainchecks. Because of the varying needs of the animals, some buildings or exhibits may close early. All visitors grant the Cincinnati Zoo &amp; Botanical Garden permission to use their image, or that of their children, in advertising, publicity and other promotions without payment or compensation to the visitor.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/respect.png\" alt=\"a group of logos\" width=\"819\" height=\"308\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 819px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 819\/308;\" \/><\/p>\n<h5>Photo &amp; Video Policies<\/h5>\n<p>Commercial use of photographs, video and film taken at the Cincinnati Zoo is strictly prohibited without the Zoo\u2019s full written consent. \u00a0Feel free to share photos with family and friends using #CincyZooPic!<\/p>\n<p class=\"last-child even\">Location Filming Guidelines: Film crews must contact <a href=\"mailto:pr@cincinnatizoo.org\">pr@cincinnatizoo.org<\/a> in advance to set up their video shoot and pay a fee to shoot on location.<\/p>\n<p>For the safety of our visitors and animals, drones are not permitted on or above the Cincinnati Zoo.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n      <\/div><div class=\"accordions__tab\" role=\"tab\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n        <span class=\"accordions__tab-toggle tab-toggle\" role=\"button\" title=\"toggle tab\" aria-label=\"toggle tab\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n        <\/span>\n        <div class=\"accordions__tab-content tab-body\" role=\"tabpanel\"><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Cincinnati Zoo &amp; Botanical Garden is committed to providing a <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">safe, secure, and supportive environment<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> for all visitors, wildlife, and staff. To achieve this, the Zoo has established policies that prohibit inappropriate behavior in the park.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Please note these prohibited behaviors:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Any conduct that disrupts or adversely affects the well-being of any Zoo animal or\u00a0plant<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">, such as crossing into any enclosed animal areas, feeding the animals, throwing objects at the animals, sticking items through barriers, verbally harassing animals with words or sounds, striking any glass\/barriers in any way, displaying objects, \u201cprops\u201d, stuffed animals, or any other behavior to illicit an animal reaction, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Any conduct that disrupts or adversely affects Zoo staff<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">, such as any deliberate and\/or repeated behavior that is intimidating, hostile, offensive, or adversely impacts staff work performance. Examples of this behavior include: aggressive and unwelcome conduct and\/or unwelcome comments of a romantic or sexual nature, requests for personal information, photographing or video recording without consent the staff, and repeated contact with staff upon their direction to cease.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Additional Visitor Expectations<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">NO smoking\/vaping inside the park.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">NO climbing on any rocks or destroying any plants or Zoo property.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">NO possessing\/carrying of weapons (including toy), dangerous ordnance, explosive devices, regardless of the possession of any concealed carry permits on the premises \u2013 unless the possessor is a properly credentialed and identified member of law enforcement.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">NO trespassing on the premises or in any area under Zoo control.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">NO utilizing personally owned bicycles, skates, \u201cHeelys,\u201d hoverboards, skateboards, roller blades, scooters and portable radios on Zoo grounds.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"6\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">NO personal pets on Zoo grounds, even if left inside vehicles. The Zoo abides by federal and state law pertaining to service animals. Information can be found on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/plan-your-adventure\/zoo-access-for-all\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">the Zoo&#8217;s website<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"7\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">All clothing, including shirts and shoes, must be worn at all times to maintain decorum and to ensure safety. Offensive or provocative clothing and language are prohibited. Costume face masks are also prohibited.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"8\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Other prohibited items include: glass, outside alcohol, laser pointers and balloons.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"9\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Parking lots are for visitors to the Zoo and only for the duration of the visit. Parking for other purposes may result in the vehicle being towed.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"10\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Visitors must comply with applicable health and safety regulations as mandated or recommended by federal, state, or local health officials and\/or those in effect per the Zoo.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If these guidelines and expectations are not followed, consequences include removal from premises, suspension\/revocation of membership, permanent ban, and\/or calling for assistance from authorities.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n      <\/div><div class=\"accordions__tab\" role=\"tab\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n        <span class=\"accordions__tab-toggle tab-toggle\" role=\"button\" title=\"toggle tab\" aria-label=\"toggle tab\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n        <\/span>\n        <div class=\"accordions__tab-content tab-body\" role=\"tabpanel\"><p>Yes. Re-entry is allowed for the date of ticket purchase. Please stop by turnstiles for a stamp that will allow re-entry.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n      <\/div><div class=\"accordions__tab\" role=\"tab\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n        <span class=\"accordions__tab-toggle tab-toggle\" role=\"button\" title=\"toggle tab\" aria-label=\"toggle tab\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n        <\/span>\n        <div class=\"accordions__tab-content tab-body\" role=\"tabpanel\"><p>The Zoo does not have lockers.\u00a0 Guests are encouraged to secure items that are not needed during their visit at home or in the trunk of their vehicles.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n      <\/div><div class=\"accordions__tab\" role=\"tab\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n        <span class=\"accordions__tab-toggle tab-toggle\" role=\"button\" title=\"toggle tab\" aria-label=\"toggle tab\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n        <\/span>\n        <div class=\"accordions__tab-content tab-body\" role=\"tabpanel\"><p>We do allow coolers, backpacks, umbrellas, strollers, wagons, outside food and drink (with the exception of alcohol). All guests of all ages must wear a shirt and shoes at all times.<\/p>\n<p>We do NOT allow outside alcohol, glass containers, bikes, rollerblades\/skates\/heelies, Segways, balloons, balls, weapons of any kind (even toy weapons), or offensive clothing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n      <\/div><div class=\"accordions__tab\" role=\"tab\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n        <span class=\"accordions__tab-toggle tab-toggle\" role=\"button\" title=\"toggle tab\" aria-label=\"toggle tab\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n        <\/span>\n        <div class=\"accordions__tab-content tab-body\" role=\"tabpanel\"><p>Yes! The Zoo has two dedicated nursing nests.<\/p>\n<div class=\"elementToProof\">The first is under Base Camp Cafe in the women&#8217;s restroom and the second is in Mai Thai&#8217;s Marketplace adjacent to the restroom area.<\/div>\n<p>Nursing Nests sponsored by Trihealth.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n      <\/div><div class=\"accordions__tab\" role=\"tab\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n        <span class=\"accordions__tab-toggle tab-toggle\" role=\"button\" title=\"toggle tab\" aria-label=\"toggle tab\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n        <\/span>\n        <div class=\"accordions__tab-content tab-body\" role=\"tabpanel\"><p><a class=\"first-child last-child odd\" title=\"Click here and use Option 1 to look up your member ID and to find your membership expiration date.\" href=\"https:\/\/cincyzoowaitlistapp1.azurewebsites.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click here and use Option 1 to look up your member ID and to find your membership expiration date.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>If your pass is currently expired, please email <a href=\"mailto:membership@cincinnatizoo.org\">membership@cincinnatizoo.org<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n      <\/div><div class=\"accordions__tab\" role=\"tab\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n        <span class=\"accordions__tab-toggle tab-toggle\" role=\"button\" title=\"toggle tab\" aria-label=\"toggle tab\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n        <\/span>\n        <div class=\"accordions__tab-content tab-body\" role=\"tabpanel\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"first-child odd\">While our goal is to provide opportunities for our visitors to see all the animals in our care, there are times when an animal may be off view or given access to their indoor space in order for our team to provide the best care possible.<\/p>\n<p class=\"last-child even\">It must be 40 degrees or higher and sunny for Fritz to be outside. This could change at any time due to the keeper\u2019s discretion.<\/p>\n<p>\n<\/div>\n      <\/div><div class=\"accordions__tab\" role=\"tab\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n        <span class=\"accordions__tab-toggle tab-toggle\" role=\"button\" title=\"toggle tab\" aria-label=\"toggle tab\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n        <\/span>\n        <div class=\"accordions__tab-content tab-body\" role=\"tabpanel\"><p>The Zoo is generally busiest on weekends and holidays (holiday weekends, Spring Break, etc.), but may have higher attendance than normal on beautiful weather days.<\/p>\n<p class=\"even\">To avoid most traffic and parking delays- we suggest arriving before 10:30am or after 2:30pm during the Spring\/Summer\/Fall on those busy days. During PNC Festival of Lights, we suggest visiting before 4:30pm or after 7:30pm on nice weather days, weekends, and the week of Christmas.<\/p>\n<p class=\"last-child odd\">Should you plan to arrive during those times on a weekend or beautiful weather day, there may be lines and delays for entry. Please know that our staff is doing everything possible to facilitate entry for all of our visitors!<\/p>\n<p>\n<\/div>\n      <\/div><div class=\"accordions__tab\" role=\"tab\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n        <span class=\"accordions__tab-toggle tab-toggle\" role=\"button\" title=\"toggle tab\" aria-label=\"toggle tab\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n        <\/span>\n        <div class=\"accordions__tab-content tab-body\" role=\"tabpanel\"><p>Yes! Please visit the Welcome Center to rent a stroller, wheelchair, or ECV.<\/p>\n<p class=\"even\">Rental Prices: Members\/Nonmembers<\/p>\n<p class=\"odd\">Single Strollers\u2013$12\/$13<\/p>\n<p class=\"even\">Double Strollers\u2013$15\/$16<\/p>\n<p class=\"odd\">Wheelchairs\u2013$12\/$13<\/p>\n<p class=\"even\">ECVs\u2013$38<\/p>\n<p class=\"last-child odd\"><a class=\"first-child odd\" title=\"You can also rent ECVs online, in advance of your visit.\" href=\"https:\/\/store.cincinnatizoo.org\/webstore\/shop\/ViewItems.aspx?CG=1&amp;C=ga#691418\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">You can also rent ECVs online, in advance of your visit.<\/a>\u00a0<em class=\"last-child even\">Limited quantities are available online. Must be at least 18 years of age to rent\/operate the ECV<\/em><\/p>\n<p>\n<\/div>\n      <\/div><div class=\"accordions__tab\" role=\"tab\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n        <span class=\"accordions__tab-toggle tab-toggle\" role=\"button\" title=\"toggle tab\" aria-label=\"toggle tab\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n        <\/span>\n        <div class=\"accordions__tab-content tab-body\" role=\"tabpanel\"><p>Zoo Bucks (Gift Certificates) are available for purchase\u00a0<a class=\"first-child odd\" title=\"here\" href=\"https:\/\/store.cincinnatizoo.org\/webstore\/shop\/viewItems.aspx?cg=1&amp;c=GA#694984\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"Zoo Bucks (Gift Certificates) are available for purchase here and can be spent anywhere at the Zoo, including admission\" data-uw-rm-vglnk=\"\">here<\/a>\u00a0and can be spent anywhere at the Zoo, including admission! Zoo Bucks may not be used on the Zoo Website.<\/p>\n<p class=\"last-child odd\">Gift Memberships are also available by clicking\u00a0<a class=\"first-child last-child odd\" title=\"Gift Tickets\" href=\"https:\/\/store.cincinnatizoo.org\/webstore\/shop\/ViewItems.aspx?CG=2&amp;C=31\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Gift Memberships are also available by clicking here\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\" data-uw-rm-vglnk=\"\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\n<\/div>\n      <\/div><div class=\"accordions__tab\" role=\"tab\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n        <span class=\"accordions__tab-toggle tab-toggle\" role=\"button\" title=\"toggle tab\" aria-label=\"toggle tab\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n        <\/span>\n        <div class=\"accordions__tab-content tab-body\" role=\"tabpanel\"><p>We offer military and first responder discounts. Valid military, fire or police ID is required to obtain the discount. Military and First Responder discounted tickets can be purchased online\u00a0<a class=\"first-child odd\" title=\"here\" href=\"https:\/\/store.cincinnatizoo.org\/WebStore\/landingPage?cg=IDDISCOUNT&amp;c=MILITARY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"Military and First Responder discounted tickets can be purchased online here\" data-uw-rm-vglnk=\"\">here<\/a>. Valid military or first responder credentials and matching photo ID must be shown upon entry.<\/p>\n<p class=\"odd\">All members of the military (both active military and veterans) receive a <a class=\"first-child last-child odd\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/membership\/\">10% discount on all Zoo membership levels<\/a>. Please bring your military or veteran ID to a Ticketing Window to redeem. This offer cannot be combined with any other offer\/deal\/discount.<\/p>\n<p class=\"last-child even\">A full list of our discounts can be viewed\u00a0<strong class=\"first-child odd\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/plan-your-adventure\/discounts\/\">here<\/a>.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>If your current membership is held with a Zoo that participates in the reciprocal program with the Cincinnati Zoo, you are entitled to a discount on admission. You can check our list of participating\u00a0<a class=\"first-child odd\" title=\"reciprocal institutions here.\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aza.org\/reciprocity\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">reciprocal institutions here.<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"last-child even\">Reciprocal Zoo discounted tickets are available online\u00a0<a class=\"first-child last-child odd\" title=\"here.\" href=\"https:\/\/store.cincinnatizoo.org\/WebStore\/landingPage?cg=IDDISCOUNT&amp;c=MILITARY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"Reciprocal Zoo discounted tickets are available online here. Valid proof of membership and matching photo ID must be shown upon entry\" data-uw-rm-vglnk=\"\">here.<\/a>\u00a0Valid proof of membership and matching photo ID must be shown upon entry.<\/p>\n<p>\n<\/div>\n      <\/div><div class=\"accordions__tab\" role=\"tab\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n        <span class=\"accordions__tab-toggle tab-toggle\" role=\"button\" title=\"toggle tab\" aria-label=\"toggle tab\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n        <\/span>\n        <div class=\"accordions__tab-content tab-body\" role=\"tabpanel\"><p>Yes. If you\u2019re still at the Zoo, please check at the ticketing windows or Welcome Center. If you are not still at the zoo, please submit a <a title=\"Lost Item Form\" href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/Pages\/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Xszep3iB7EeU_DHIaA3hOuUdGbdaGQ1Fvx7k1xlMzfpUNlhXR1NVTkpHU09ENjg2RjM5NjJRRzgxUCQlQCN0PWcu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lost Item Form<\/a> or call the Visitor Experience help line at 513-487-3414.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n      <\/div><div class=\"accordions__tab\" role=\"tab\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n        <span class=\"accordions__tab-toggle tab-toggle\" role=\"button\" title=\"toggle tab\" aria-label=\"toggle tab\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n        <\/span>\n        <div class=\"accordions__tab-content tab-body\" role=\"tabpanel\"><p>A Child must be 13 years or older in order to visit the zoo without a parent or guardian present. School groups have separate age requirements (see\u00a0field trip materials\u00a0for more information). If the child is coming into the zoo on a membership (and they are one of the children on the membership), they will need a note from one of the named adults on the membership stating they give their permission and knowledge for the child to enter the zoo without them present. They will also need one of the membership cards for entry.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n      <\/div><div class=\"accordions__tab\" role=\"tab\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n        <span class=\"accordions__tab-toggle tab-toggle\" role=\"button\" title=\"toggle tab\" aria-label=\"toggle tab\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n        <\/span>\n        <div class=\"accordions__tab-content tab-body\" role=\"tabpanel\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"first-child odd\">The Cincinnati Zoo &amp; Botanical Garden is committed to welcoming all visitors, and complies with the ADA Title III regulations regarding service animals. Therapy or emotional support animals are not permitted in the Zoo.<\/p>\n<p class=\"even\">Upon entry, service animal users will be greeted by a Visitor Experience Supervisor to be checked in with the two legal ADA questions regarding service animals. Members are encouraged to get a notation on their membership card to expedite entry during future visits.<\/p>\n<p class=\"odd\">Check out the\u00a0<a class=\"first-child last-child odd\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/plan-your-adventure\/zoo-access-for-all\/\">Zoo Access for All program<\/a>\u00a0for additional resources, policies, and tips to make your Zoo visit as fun and comfortable as possible.<\/p>\n<p class=\"last-child even\">Per the ADA, service animals may be excluded if their presence alters the nature of the Zoo\u2019s services or if the animal is out of the owner\u2019s control. If a service animal is excluded, the owner will be able to visit without the service animal.\u00a0For more information or assistance, please call or stop in to see a Visitor Experience Supervisor.<\/p>\n<p>\n<\/div>\n      <\/div><div class=\"accordions__tab\" role=\"tab\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n        <span class=\"accordions__tab-toggle tab-toggle\" role=\"button\" title=\"toggle tab\" aria-label=\"toggle tab\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n        <\/span>\n        <div class=\"accordions__tab-content tab-body\" role=\"tabpanel\"><p>Yes, parking is $10 and can be paid at any parking kiosk or by using the Scan to Pay QR codes posted around the lots. Cash is not accepted for parking. Parking lot is for visitors to the Zoo and only for the duration of the visit.\u00a0 Parking for other purposes is explicitly prohibited and may result in your vehicle being towed.<\/p>\n<p class=\"last-child even\">Electric Vehicle charging stations and Red Bike stations are also available.<\/p>\n<p>\n<\/div>\n      <\/div><div class=\"accordions__tab\" role=\"tab\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n        <span class=\"accordions__tab-toggle tab-toggle\" role=\"button\" title=\"toggle tab\" aria-label=\"toggle tab\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n        <\/span>\n        <div class=\"accordions__tab-content tab-body\" role=\"tabpanel\"><p>In an effort to make sure our keepers have enough time with their animals, we, unfortunately, cannot accept calls regarding questions about animals outside of the Zoo. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (1-800-WILDLIFE) is a great resource!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n      <\/div><div class=\"accordions__tab\" role=\"tab\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n        <span class=\"accordions__tab-toggle tab-toggle\" role=\"button\" title=\"toggle tab\" aria-label=\"toggle tab\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n        <\/span>\n        <div class=\"accordions__tab-content tab-body\" role=\"tabpanel\"><p><a class=\"image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG_7690-scaled.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-249775 alignright lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG_7690-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"412\" height=\"309\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG_7690-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG_7690-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG_7690-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG_7690-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG_7690-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG_7690-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 412px) 100vw, 412px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 412px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 412\/309;\" \/><\/a>The Zoo offers a Courtesy Cart service for those with mobility concerns who need assistance returning to the front of the Zoo and is on a first-come first-served basis. This cart has a predetermined path starting from the Grove food truck area back to Vine Street Village. To request the Courtesy Cart, please contact Public Safety at (513)475-6112, or visit the Guest Services Podium across from Mai Thai&#8217;s Marketplace.<\/p>\n<p><em>This service is not a constantly running shuttle, and you may experience a brief wait time. The Courtesy Cart can accommodate 1 mobility device at a time. Please note that due to manufacturer safety regulations, some mobility devices may not fit on the cart.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>The Courtesy Cart is made possible by the Heidt Family Foundation:<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/heidt.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-249774 alignnone lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/heidt.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"241\" height=\"242\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/heidt.png 549w, https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/heidt-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/heidt-150x150.png 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 241px) 100vw, 241px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 241px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 241\/242;\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n      <\/div><div class=\"accordions__tab\" role=\"tab\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n        <span class=\"accordions__tab-toggle tab-toggle\" role=\"button\" title=\"toggle tab\" aria-label=\"toggle tab\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n        <\/span>\n        <div class=\"accordions__tab-content tab-body\" role=\"tabpanel\"><p>To prevent misuse of our memberships and to protect our members should their membership card or account access be lost or stolen, we will be requiring account pictures for entry for all members (adults and children\/grandchildren) beginning May 1<sup>st<\/sup>, 2025.<\/p>\n<p>We are encouraging members to get their photos added on their next visit or as soon as possible before the busy summer season in order to make this transition as smooth as possible. Pictures can be taken and added at any ticket window, any time the Zoo is open.<\/p>\n<p>Government issued photo IDs (or school IDs for children) will still be accepted in lieu of photos for those who do not wish to have their photo added. For more information and a complete list of our membership policies, visit <a title=\"Member FAQs\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/membership\/#membership-faq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Member FAQs<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n      <\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row el_id=&#8221;anchornav&#8221;][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=&#8221;no-padding&#8221;][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=&#8221;mark-right-dark&#8221; el_id=&#8221;today&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text] Today&#8217;s Hours: 10am &#8211; 5pm [\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] News for Today The Butterfly Aviary, Gibbon Island, and Ring-tailed Lemur habitats are closed for the season. Animal News The Black Bears may not be viewable due to being in torpor, a lighter state of sleep. 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