School Groups/ Field Trips
Bring your school group of 20 or more guests to the Zoo for a day full of fun, learning and adventure that will connect you to the natural world.

Thank you for your interest in a Detroit Zoo field trip. At this time, we are fully booked through to the end of May and can no longer accept reservations. However, we do have limited availability in June. If you are interested in the available June dates, please fill out the request form and we will respond within 24-48 hours.

Book a Field Trip
A field trip to the zoo is a great way for students to observe animals and feel a connection with wildlife.
Rates:
- Tri-County (Wayne, Oakland, Macomb counties): $9 per person
- Non-Tri-County: $11 per person

Book a Field Trip + Learning Lab
Take your experience to the next level with a field trip plus a learning lab. These immersive experiences connect classroom learning with real-world contexts. Students will participate in hands-on activities that reinforce science concepts by simulating field conservation work, taking on the role of a veterinarian working through a hypothetical medical case or station-based activities that support literacy, science and math development.

Book a Field Trip + Add a Mobile Learning Quest!
Add some adventure to your next Zoo trip with a Mobile Learning Quest! This interactive, app-guided experience is designed for school groups, offering a perfect blend of exploration, teamwork and discovery. Using their phones or smart devices, students will embark on an exciting journey through the Zoo, solving riddles, tackling challenges, and uncovering incredible wildlife and conservation facts.
Add this incredible experience to your field trip for just $1 per student by checking the box on the form!
Rates:
- $1 per student plus the cost of general admission:
- Tri-County (Wayne, Oakland, Macomb counties): $9 per person
- Non-Tri-County: $11 per person