See what's going on at the zoo and plan your visit today! Create an itinerary by adding activities to your day and print it out before you come to get the most out of your fun filled day at the zoo.

For information on AZA reciprocity between member institutions, read our pdf to review discounted or free admission benefits. Members will be required to show proof of zoo or aquarium membership. Please call each individual zoo or aquarium BEFORE your visit to confirm details and restrictions!

Chattanooga Zoo Reciprocity List

Activities Included With Admission

KEEPER CHATS

Want to get to know the animals of the Chattanooga Zoo a little better? Learn fun and interesting facts about your favorite animals at the zoo with with Keeper Chats! Chats are scheduled at different exhibits throughout the zoo each day of the week and are 15 minutes long. Keeper chats are complimentary with regular zoo admission.

NATURE PLAY

Don’t miss out on playing in our Nature Play area! Kids will have the opportunity to explore the great outdoors, connect with nature and wildlife and have fun in our naturalistic playground. The Nature play includes a honeycomb jungle gym, giant insects to climb, a dig pit, musical components, a gazebo hut, a crawl-through tunnel, boulders, and more.

Enhance Your Visit

Looking to amp up your visit? Book a wild encounter or zoo tour for a more immersive experience and exciting adventure!

Rides

Zoo Rides are not included in Regular Zoo Admission. Zoo ride times and prices are subject to change without notice. For more information

on Zoo Rides, please contact Visitor Services via email or call 423.697.1322.

zoo choo train

Wednesday through Sunday Not available during inclement weather

  • $4 per person for members

  • $5 per person for non-members

Carousel

Monday through Sunday Rain or Shine

  • $2 per person for members

  • $3 per person for non-members