The brick entrance building of the Houston Zoo with its round tower and the ZOO ENTRANCE sign.

Official site

Houston Zoo

The Houston Zoo is a 55-acre zoo inside Hermann Park, opened in 1922 with about 40 animals and run by the non-profit Houston Zoo Inc. since 2002. It keeps several thousand animals of more than 500 species, from elephants, giraffes and big cats to reptiles and birds, and takes part in conservation projects in Texas and abroad.

Good to know

Opening hours: Mon–Sun 09:00–17:00

Hours checked October 15, 2026 · source houstonzoo.org

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City passes that include this place. Sold for a whole trip, not for one visit.

Houston CityPASS

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7 attractions

From $82 (5 attractions)

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When to go

Today’s hoursAll weekHide week

Mon09:00–17:00

Tue09:00–17:00

Wed09:00–17:00

Thu09:00–17:00

Fri09:00–17:00

Sat09:00–17:00

Sun09:00–17:00

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Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours of Houston Zoo?

Opening hours: Mon–Sun 09:00–17:00.

Is Houston Zoo included in a city pass?

Yes. Entry is included in Houston CityPASS.

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