Memphis Zoo

Memphis Zoo is home to more than 3,500 animals representing more than 500 different species.

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    (901) 333-6500

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    memphiszoo.org

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2000 Prentiss Pl (at McLean Blvd) Memphis , TN 38112 United States

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Memphis Zoo

Zoo Lights and the ice rink are back!

YI Yang

A little bit far away from the school. But definitely worth your to go there. Tuesday afternoon is free for local residents. Remember bring your student ID card.

Social News Network

One of the best zoos in the country ! The enclosures are wonderful and spacious . A great array of animals to see - it's also lovely not to see them pacing like at many other zoos .

K12 Inc

Did you know? The idea for the zoo began in 1904 as a home for Natch, a Southern black bear who was the mascot of the Memphis Turtles baseball team and was being kept chained to a tree in Overton Park Read more

Caterriana Faulkner

I have been to several zoos over the years with our little sister and cousin. So much easier to see the animals up close in a natural environment visiting from other places be sure to stop by

Jo H.

Connect with the wildlife and your fellow Memphians by becoming a volunteer! Volunteers are the heart of the Memphis Zoo, and there are so many ways to get involved! Visit memphiszoo.org/volunteer

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Mike Robinson

An amazing zoo , definitely worth a visit

Nathan Jones

Make sure to park along the free street parking and not on the Greensward, it'll save you $5 and the Greensward!

Rachel Starks

My favorite parts are always the cats and the primates. The zoo has an awesome area for the polar bears & wolves in the back of the zoo in new enclosures .

KJ MOORE

I rarely go to the zoo but this is a special time of the year. My niece and I have a annual tradition to go to zoo boo as our date night :-). If you have never taken your children you should!! #2012 Read more

Ashley Wright

This is the best zoo I've ever been to! The animals seem happy and the facility is beautiful and huge!

Lisa D.

If you go to Stingray bay ...1. It's AWESOME!!...2. Take a towel and a change of clothes for the kids! Your gonna get Wet but its worth it! Grab some food for them too for $2

Memphis Travel

They often feed the Grizzly Bears around 1pm at Teton Trek near the pond . It's a great way to see these big bears up close and personal. Check the daily schedule for details.

Kim Lambert

Best zoo I have been to. I like to go during the holidays for hot chocolate & to ice skate . My son likes the reindeer . Cat Country is AWESOME!

Victoria Pittman

It's a great place to go with the family.

Chris Weems

Like legitimately amazing. If you're visiting Memphis the zoo is a must do.

Scott Cassel

My family enjoyed this zoo very much. Easy to walk around, great exhibits . Be sure to feed the giraffes if you can...very cool.

Andrea Gonzalez

I love this place. It's really relaxing and amusing. My favorite spot it's the animals of the night and the pandas 🐼❤

Alyssa McArthur

The red and giant pandas were my favorite! I loved how the whole zoo was very accessible!!

Shatara Moore

If you have little ones, pack swim trunks, bathing suits, and towels in the summer. The geyser at Teton Trek and the fountain at the entrance are faborite places to splash!

Jacque P

Terrific zoo ! Very underrated! First date here wherein my boyfriend and daughter me. Memories. Ice Skating in December under a white tent was so amazing.

Laura Rogg

Very nice zoo ! It feels like a park and there's so much to do and see!

Candace F.

This zoo will make an animal lover out of anyone. One of the best zoo 's i've ever visited. Go see the pandas . Immediately.

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Huey's Restaurants

The Memphis Zoo has tons of fun events every year: Zoo Brew, Zoo Rendezvous, Zoo Boo, and much more! They all help fund the animals, so check them out!

Melissa H

Definitely the best, well-kept zoo I have ever been to. Also one of the 4 zoos in the U.S. that have giant pandas !! 🐼

HISTORY

This zoo was created in April of 1906. It is home to more than 3,500 animals and over 500 different species. The Overton Park has been a major tenant of the zoo for the past 100 years.

Jay Martinez

Great place, great people! Entrance fee is only 15bucks ;)Thumbs up.

Carla Jean

If I Was A Disney Princess I'd Have To Be Jasmine, I Rode A Camel At The Memphis Zoo!! Some Places You Get Smashed Pennies, Here You Get Wax Mold Animals!!

Jonathan C

If you're going to see Birds and Bees. They open at 10am and close at 4:45. Best time to go is in the morning when they're hungry.

Bramduff

The pandas are cute , but don't miss the river otters playing right next to them. Adorable.

Shatara Moore

I've been a member since my boys were old enough to walk. We've used this single membership at parks countrywide. Worth it!

Adrianne Harrison

Love going on Tuesdays when it is free to go for TN residents

Dave Lewis

Feed the giraffes!

DIVINE Magazine

Find Inspiration By Observing The Most Interesting Animals & Creatures On The Planet. All In The Most Beautifully Designed Zoo On This Side Of The Mississippi!

Rebecca W

Be sure to get an annual membership. The zoo hosts the best members-only events throughout the year - don't get left out!

Laura Amole

The zoo has some impressive exhibits , but I'm still waiting for the Hippo exhibit to get a makeover! I heard it's coming soon!

Michelle McKee

Creatures of the Night is a must! Along with eating at the Cat House Cafe while looking @ the monkeys out the window. Sweet potato fries are expensive but worth it!

Ginny Gafford

Buy a membership. It pays for itself after 3-4 visits! It's the best gift we get each year!!!

Charleye Hayes

Great time with my family

Christie Holley

Everything is good!! Great place to take children!

The Commercial Appeal

Rated the best zoo in the country . Visit the new Teton Trek exhibit .

The Commercial Appeal

Go see the pandas and monkeys. There are also tons of great family shows throughout the day.

Ben Kesler

To quickly get to the Pandas walk through the primate exhibit . No need to spend money on the tram .

ᴡ Clark

If you go for free day, get there by 1. It gets cray cray

Judy Smith

Well done zoo . Two pandas !!

Hellen Bryne

Just keep smiling

Morgan Watson

Guess our first visit wasn't at a good time of year. No red pandas , no regular pandas , no polar bears :(

Shannon Little

Support the zoo by getting a membership. It pays for itself in 2 visits!

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The Memphis zoo is amazing! Just please do not park on the grass lawn of the park. There's a ton of free parking in the surrounding neighborhood - Tawni Bell

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Very nice on cool days, fire will be roaring, will be nice and toasty! On hot days it's one of the coolest spots at the zoo to refresh!!! And great bathrooms! PLUS you can sit on the balcony and look. - Lisa D.

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Come see the new snow leopard cub, Taza, the first in over a decade — born in July, it has just recently been brought out on display. It's cute and playful. - Gavin Anderson

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Get here at 11 for the first sea show :) - Emma Purifoy

9.4
Park
Shelby Farms Park

Go play disc golf or take your pets to the dog park. It's a perfect way to spend a warm day. - The Commercial Appeal

9.2
Park
Overton Park

Great place for families. Tons to do. Perfect for bike-riding, picnics, and outdoor activities in general. - Ayla Beers

6.7
Burgers
Memphis Zoo Cat House Cafe

Just outside of Cat Country, they make a good mix of American fare, with a lot of local food sourcing. - Gavin Anderson

8.9
Burgers
Huey's Restaurant

They have the best hamburgers, the Old Time A1 burger, I really enjoyed it. - Sophia GibsonWilliams