Prices and Discounts, The Houston Zoo

Flex Pricing

Flex Pricing gives you more options to plan a Zoo visit that best fits your budget and schedule. Plan ahead and save! Tickets are available through April 30. Child and senior tickets are 20% off the price shown.

Online reservations are required for all non-member and non-CityPASS® ticketed guests at this time. Members are not required to make online reservations to visit the Zoo. CityPASS® ticket holders, simply bring your CityPASS® tickets to any ticket taker for entry.

Tickets will NOT be sold on-site at the Zoo. We do not offer refunds and exchanges. Learn more about the modifications you can expect during your next Zoo visit.

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Student Tickets

If you attend one of the Houston-based college or university schools listed in our FAQ below, you can get one free general admission ticket to visit the Zoo. Online reservations are required and you must present a valid student ID when you have your ticket scanned at the gate.

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Save with CityPASS®

One easy purchase saves 50% on admission to Houston’s top 5 attractions, including Houston Zoo. Visit the attractions at your own pace, in any order, over a 9-day period. Purchase CityPASS® tickets online for instant, paperless mobile ticket delivery. CityPASS® ticket holders do not need advanced reservations.

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Become a Zoo Member

Your Membership pays for itself in as little as 2 visits per year!

Become a member and enjoy free daytime admission for an entire year and many other great benefits.

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A portion of each Houston Zoo ticket purchase goes towards protecting animals in the wild.

Discounts & Offers

Free Zoo Days presented by ExxonMobil

Free Zoo Days presented by ExxonMobil at Houston Zoo are provided once a month, on the first Tuesday of each month, from open until closing. Online reservations are required for all non-member guests at this time. Tickets will not be available at the gate.

Tickets for March and April will be available to reserve on Wednesday, February 26 at 7:00 p.m.

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Upcoming 2025 dates:

March 4
April 1
May 6
June 3
July 1
August 5
September 2
October 7
November 4
December 2

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Due to high demand, Free Zoo Day tickets are not guaranteed.

Student Discounts

Currently, all non-member guests, including students, must make online reservations. Registered students from the Houston-based college or university listed below can enjoy free general admission. You must present a valid student ID when you have your ticket scanned at the gate. Please note that each student is entitled to one free admission only.

University of Houston (All campuses)
Texas Southern University
Rice University
University of St. Thomas
Houston Christian University
Houston Community College (All campuses)
Lone Star College (All campuses)
San Jacinto College (All campuses)
College of Biblical Studies
South Texas College of Law
Baylor College of Medicine

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CityPASS® Discount

With one easy purchase, Houston CityPASS^® tickets save 50% on admission to Houston’s top 5 attractions. First, buy CityPASS^® tickets online for immediate, paperless mobile ticket delivery. Next, simply present your CityPASS^® tickets to any ticket-taker at the Zoo entrance- no advanced reservations required.

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Group Tickets

Tickets are available for purchases of 20 or more General Admission tickets. Discount will be reflected at checkout.

- Adults 13-64 – $2 off
- Children 3-12 – $1 off
- Senior 65+ – $1 off

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For questions or concerns, please contact group.reservations@houstonzoo.org.

Corporate Discounts

The Houston Zoo offers ticket and membership discounts to employees of our Corporate Partners via the Zoo’s website.

Find out how your company can become a Corporate Partner of Houston Zoo!

Questions? Email development@houstonzoo.org.

U.S. Military Discounts

We offer U.S. veterans and active military 50% off general admission tickets for up to five guests all year long (2 adults and 3 children). A reservation is required.

You MUST show your proof of military service when presenting your ticket(s) for admission.

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Lone Star Discount

You can purchase up to two adult and three child tickets at the Lone Star discount rate, which covers SNAP & WIC benefit recipients. Other members of your group will need to purchase a ticket at regular admission price. Ticket reservations are required online. Tickets will not be sold on-site.

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Includes only general admission. Not included: Stroller/wheelchair/scooter rental, food or drink, or gift shop purchases.

Questions? Find out more about the Lone Star discount:

LONE STAR AND THE HOUSTON ZOO

Lone Star Membership
We’re excited to offer memberships for guests who currently receive Lone Star (SNAP and WIC) benefits. Enjoy unlimited visits to the Houston Zoo at a special discounted rate. Learn more about the Lone Star Family Membership.

Child Discounts

We offer a 20% discount on tickets for children ages 3-12. Ticket reservations are required online. Tickets will not be sold on-site. The discount will automatically be reflected at checkout.

Senior Discounts

We offer a 20% discount on tickets for seniors 65 and older. Ticket reservations are required online. Tickets will not be sold on-site. The discount will automatically be reflected at checkout.

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Members of Other Zoos

Your Houston Zoo membership can get you a discount at many zoos around the country! Have a membership at another zoo? Ticket reservations are required online. Tickets will not be sold on-site.

Discounts With Other Zoos