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June 11, 18, and 25. Sponsored by St. Camillus. These special Tuesdays celebrate seniors with FREE admission on these select days in June – for guests 60 and older. Enjoy fresh air and exercise as you explore the Zoo, connect with wildlife, and meet the animals!
Now through Feb. 28, 2023, Zoo hours are: Monday-Friday: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. March 1 through May 27, 2023, Zoo hours are: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily. Admission gates close 45 minutes prior to Zoo closing time, and animal buildings close 15 minutes prior to Zoo closing. The Zoo uses a Flex Pricing ...
Meet Our Animals. These lists are a representation of the animals in our care, which include over 2,200 mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians, representing more than 340 species.
The Milwaukee County Zoo began in the 1890s as a miniature mammal and bird display in a barn at what is now Washington Park. By 1902, the Zoo had 23 acres of land and 800 animals. In 1937, when all parks went under the jurisdiction of the Milwaukee County Park Commission, the Zoo had grown to 38 acres.
The Milwaukee County Zoo is a zoo in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, operated by the Milwaukee County Parks Commission and is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. The zoo averages about 1.3 million visitors a year. The zoo houses 3,100 animals from 350 species and covers an area of 190 acres (77 ha).
Stroll around the Milwaukee County Zoo and check out the guest services and rentals we offer.
The Milwaukee County Zoo will be a zoo of renown with a reputation as a leader in animal management, conservation, research, and education within a wholesome recreational environment, enjoying the admiration of the citizens of Milwaukee County as well as all zoo guests and other zoos of the world.
