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Memphis Zoo

2000 Prentiss Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38112 USA

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$$$$

Reasonable

Open Now

Fri 9a-5p

Credit Cards
Accepted
Wheelchair
Accessible
Public
Restrooms
Outdoor
Seating
No Wifi

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Due to the spread of COVID-19, many points of interest are closed and travel is not recommended. Please follow state and local guidelines, and stay safe.

“Hippo capital of the world”

Our vision is to preserve wildlife through education, conservation and research. Aware that the zoo of tomorrow begins today, our staff and volunteers are dedicated to providing a naturalistic and enriching sanctuary for our animals, and a clean, friendly, entertaining and educational experience for our guests. Together, we are building one of the world’s great zoos.

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Reviewed by
Mlfalor

1 Review
3 Helpful

March 29, 2014

Great zoo. It's very large & has lots of animals & things to do. When it's hot the kids can play in the fountain & in the Tetons geyser.

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Reviewed by
Brendan Thompson

15 Reviews
1 Helpful

December 14, 2019

Rated 5.0

Fantastic zoo with themes and smart layout. Easy to navigate and see what you want.

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Reviewed by
Mandie

11 Reviews
0 Helpful

January 10, 2019

Rated 5.0

Pandas and an Egyptian theme? Yes, please. My favorite zoo in the country! I prefer Memphis over San Diego, the Detroit zoo is also in my top 3! I have been here probably about 6 times in the last 20ish years. Definitely a "must do" on any Memphis trip, with or without kids.

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Reviewed by
Michelle

23 Reviews
2 Helpful

June 05, 2018

Rated 5.0

For how good this zoo is I would have expected to pay a lot more in entrance fees. We arrived at zoo opening on a Friday. Zoo was not busy at all. We had the panda exhibit to ourselves. We were able to see keepers feeding lots of the animals so they were all very active. This zoo really is laid out well. You are able to see everything with minimal doubling back. Free sea lion training show. Like most zoos there are additional add on experiences (camel rides, giraffe feeding, sting rays, carousal, train) but all of the actual exhibits were completely free including the aquarium and petting zoo. We ate lunch at the Cat Cafe. It was pricey but that's what you expect at a zoo. Food was fairly good though. They do have a splash pad and a giant wading pool for kids. So if you come in warm months bring a swimsuit, fast drying clothes or a change of clothes. Additional $5 to park but if you come early there is lots of free parking in the park around the zoo but you are going to have a further walk.

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Reviewed by
Tiffanie717

2 Reviews
0 Helpful

February 28, 2018

Rated 4.0

Larger than expected. Many exhibits were closed at this time. Still a great place to stretch your legs while driving to Texas.

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Reviewed by
sirius20_81

3 Reviews
0 Helpful

September 28, 2017

This zoo is pretty great. Every zone has awesome animals (and a building with A/C if it's hot out). The tram is a godsend and my kids had an awesome time seeing the pandas and riding the camel.

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clau85