Things to Know
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Daily Rates
When you buy online, you SAVE!
Non-members, purchase tickets online in advance to save! Prices change daily based on date, time, and demand. Book early to get the best deal.
(Children under the age of 2 receive free admission)
General admission (online pricing)
General Admission (13 years - 64)
$14 - $24
Youth (2 years - 12)
$12 - $21
Seniors (65+)
$12 - $21
General admission (gate pricing)
General Admission
$27
Youth (2 years - 12)
$24
Seniors (65+)
$24
Active Military with ID
$22
Parking/ Rental
Parking
$8
Single Stroller
$8
Double Stroller
$12
Wagon
$12
Wheelchair
$10
Electric Convenience Vehicle*
$30
Gates close at 3:30 p.m.
*Valid Driver’s License Required as Deposit
Reciprocal membership and military discounts are available at the front gate.
Tickets are non-refundable. If you choose to change the date of your reservation, you may use your pre-purchased ticket as a credit toward gate price on another date.
Erb Discovery Trails Opens May 23
Join us Memorial Day Weekend for the grand opening of Erb Discovery Trails — a seven-acre adventure where hands-on and up-close encounters, aerial climbing experiences and interactive spaces create new ways to connect with animals and the natural world.
Big Adventures. Better Value.
Unlock exclusive member benefits or special group rates and get more from every visit to the Detroit Zoo.
Membership
Join our flock to unlock unlimited daytime admission, free parking and special perks. Membership pays for itself in just two visits!
Become a Member
Group Rates
The more the merrier! Groups of 20+ can take advantage of discounted general admission pricing.
