Membership Prices and Terms

Ways to Purchase

  • Purchase Online
  • Phone: please call (248) 541-5717 and press option #3 on your keypad for our membership office
  • In-person: on grounds at the Main admissions gate or at the Membership Office.
  • Mail: For renewals by mail, our address is:
    Detroit Zoo – Attn: Membership
    8450 W. 10 Mile Rd.
    Royal Oak, MI 48067

Please note: purchasing a membership does not guarantee an immediate reservation to visit the Detroit Zoo. Advance reservations are required and subject to availability. Member reservation availability may differ from general public ticket availability. Membership purchases are non-refundable. Beginning March 1, 2021, the Detroit Zoological Society is excited to introduce digital membership cards as a benefit of your membership! Please read here as we cover some frequently asked questions.

Purchase A Membership
  • Terms

    Memberships ordered online become effective immediately and your email confirmation serves as your temporary card granting you free admission and parking to the Zoo. Please print your confirmation receipt at the end of your transaction and provide a photo ID for entry. Beginning March 1, 2021, the Detroit Zoological Society is excited to introduce digital membership cards as a benefit of your membership! You will no longer receive a physical card. You will be sent your digital card within 24 hours when you renew or buy a new Detroit Zoo membership. Look for an email from the Detroit Zoological Society with instructions. If you already have a physical card it will remain valid until the expiration date listed on the card. For questions regarding your digital membership card, view our digital membership card FAQ

    • We want your visit to be pleasant and safe.
    • Membership is a privilege.  Members must abide by all current rules and regulations on the Information and Safety page.
    • When using your membership card or guest privileges, one of the named adults on the card must be present for admittance.
    • Please be prepared to show a photo ID along with your membership card at the admission gates.
    • You will be asked to show your membership card to receive free parking upon exiting the parking areas.
    • All Members must be listed on the membership card. Gender and age of all children will be recorded. All membership descriptions must be followed.
    • Children listed on a Family, Single Parent, or Supporter membership must live in the household with the primary adult member(s). Up to four children, 18 and under, may be listed.
    • In lieu of presenting identification for children entering, the primary adult member will be asked to identify each child by name at admission entry points.
    • All membership benefits and prices are subject to change.
    • Detroit Zoological Society memberships are non-transferable and non-refundable.
    • Please consult your tax advisor regarding charitable donation rules.

    For questions regarding your Detroit Zoological Society membership, view our FAQ or email the membership department webmembership@dzs.org or call (248) 541-5717 and press 3.

Membership Categories Tri-County Price Regular Price

Individual

 $63 $73
Daytime admission for one named adult

Individual Plus Guest

 $95 $105
Daytime admission for one named adult and one unnamed guest. Unnamed guests must be accompanied by a primary Member.*
 

Dual

 $95 $105
Daytime admission for two named adults living at the same address

Single Parent

 $85 $95
Daytime admission for one named adult and up to four named children 18 years and under living at the same address *

Single Grandparent

 $85 $95
 Daytime admission for one named adult and up to four named grandchildren 18 years and under

Grandparent

$109 $119
Daytime admission for two named adults living at the same address and up to four named grandchildren 18 and under

Family

 $109 $119
Daytime admission for two named adults and up to four named children 18 and under living at the same address *

Supporter

 $200 $210
Same privileges as Family/Grandparent level plus two unnamed guests each visit. Unnamed guests must be accompanied by a primary Member. *

Renaissance Circle

 Starts at $1,500
Same privileges as Supporter level while providing generous philanthropic support for the Detroit Zoological Society [Learn More]
*Membership includes adults and children 18 and under living in the same household only.

Add-ons
Nanny or Caregiver $40 $40
Must be purchased in person at the Detroit Zoo Membership Office or by calling (248)-541-5717 (press 3)
Additional Child $15 $15
Must be purchased in conjunction with Family /Grandparent / Single Parent / Single Grandparent
Unnamed Guest $50 $50
Unnamed guests must be accompanied by a primary Member.*

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