Tips For Your Visit

Planning your visit to the Amarillo Zoo ahead of time can make it easier to create wonderful memories! View the FAQs below to help you plan your visit and answer any questions you may have. Don't see the answer you're looking for? Contact us!

Take Your Family on a Safari

• Bring binoculars so your child can "go on safari." Binoculars can make it easier to spot animals in some of the Zoo's larger exhibits, such as the bison or black bear.
• On your drive to the Zoo, discuss trips to the Zoo when you were a child or what your favorite animal was when you were growing up.
• Use one of the Scavenger Hunts on our website to stimulate your child's interest in the Zoo.
• Stop by one of the Zoofari Carts to see and touch cool things like feathers, fur, skulls and other biofacts. Zoofari carts are staffed by volunteers and are usually set up on weekends or school vacations.
• Make a game of stopping at every exhibit to spot the animals; they can often be secretive or will lay in the shade. Let your little explorer find each animal, with hints from you. Read the signs to your child so they'll know more about each fascinating species.
• After your trip, visit your local library to borrow books on animals that piqued your child's interest.

Laws of the Jungle

• For the safety and welfare of our animals and visitors, the following rules apply:

  • THE FOLLOWING IS PROHIBITED:
  • Smoking and vaping anywhere inside the Zoo
  • Alcoholic beverages and illicit drugs
  • Harassing the animals or intentionally harming an animal is prohibited. You will be escorted out of the zoo.
  • Dogs or other pets (In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, only Service Dogs are permitted.)
  • Drones or any similar remote-controlled vehicles/flying devices
  • Selfie sticks, loud noise makers and lasers
  • Picking the flowers or foliage, climbing trees, or disturbing the landscape so everyone has an opportunity to enjoy the many beautiful things growing throughout the Zoo.
  • Balloons, plastic straws, plastic lids, and glass containers
  • Skates, roller blades, skate boards, scooters, bicycles, and unauthorized motorized vehicles (other than wheelchairs or electric scooters for the disabled)
  • Offensive clothing; disguises, costumes, or articles of clothing that conceal a visitor's identity
  • Distribution of any advertisement, circular or handbill, or solicitation of funds or pledges of contributions within Zoo property
  • Any other items deemed dangerous, suspicious, or inappropriate
  • ADDITIONAL RULES:
  • All of our animals are on special diets. People food is not on their menu, so please do not share your food with them. 
  • Shirt and shoes are required.
  • Stay on the sidewalks and in designated public areas.
  • Do not sit children or other objects on railings, fences, or other barriers.
  • Do not hang objects over railings, fences, or other barriers.
  • The Zoo may take photographs of your party during your visit to the Zoo. These photos may be used by the Zoo for both internal and public publications, including the Zoo website and social media channels.
  • Student/commercial filming and photography must be approved by the Zoo in advance.
  • If someone is acting inappropriately or dangerously, they may be escorted from the Zoo. If you see someone acting in this manner, please contact a Zoo staff member immediately.
  • Amarillo Zoo is a rain or shine facility. Rain checks and refunds will not be granted.

   

  Amarillo Zoo reserves the right to refuse admission to anyone who does not comply with these policies. Additionally, breach of any of these policies may result in removal from the zoo without refunded admission.