9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. weekdays; 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. weekends. Call 816.513.5800 for more information. Early morning opening of 8 a.m. begins on Saturday, May 25; opening at 8 a.m. through Labor Day.
Zoological District Resident (Jackson/Clay County MO) pricing is only $5 Adults, $4.50 Seniors, $4.00 children 3-11. Regular Pricing $11.50 Adults; $10.50 Seniors; $8.50 Children ages 3-11. 2 and under are free.
Located in Swope Park at 6800 Zoo Drive, Kansas City, Missouri. Just off I-435 and US-71 highway, the Zoo is easily accessible from any part of the metropolitan area. 816.513.5800
Click Tickets Above to Buy Online! Tickets with Rides, Gift Certificates and Discounted Tickets must be purchased on-site at the Zoo's Admission windows. Thank you for your understanding.
2013 Friends of the Zoo (FOTZ) Memberships Available NOW! Affordable Family Fun
FOTZ BENEFITS FREE admission until March 31, 2014 and discounted admission at 150 partner Zoos and Aquariums. DISCOUNTS on merchandise, education programs, events and parties! FOTZ only events, quarterly newsletters, and amazing MONTHLY COUPONS Tax Deductibility, your contribution may be tax deductible, see below for details.
2013 FOTZ ONLY EVENTS FOTZ Hours, Wednesday and Thursday enter early at 9am! March 23 Meet the CEO and COO April 27 Exclusive Sneak Peak of Helzberg Penguin Plaza Jun 23 & July 18 FOTZ Family Nights Oct 23FOTZ Annual Board Meeting Nov 2FOTZ Family Morning NEW Backyard Action Heroes a monthly, online program for 5 to 12 year olds. By completing 8 monthly activities online, Action Heroes will earn a T-Shirt.
Purchase your 2013 FOTZ Membership and begin reaping the benefits immediately!
Zoological District Membership pricing for Jackson and Clay County residents is indicated below in blue type.
Choose the Level that is best for you!
UPGRADES TO INCLUDE RIDES: GOLD- UNLIMITED, FREE rides on the TRAIN, TRAM and CAROUSEL PLATINUM- UNLIMITED, FREE rides on the TRAIN, TRAM, CAROUSEL, BOAT and AFRICAN SKY SAFARI
INDIVIDUAL- Zoo Fun for ONE! $47 Individual ($24 for Jackson or Clay County Residents) $62 Individual GOLD ($39 for Jackson or Clay County Residents) $75 Individual PLATINUM ($52 for Jackson or Clay County Residents)
INDIVIDUAL PLUS-The Zoo for two! ONE adult PLUS a GUEST $58 Individual Plus ($29 for Jackson or Clay County Residents) $83 Individual Plus GOLD ($54 for Jackson or Clay County Residents) $98 Individual Plus PLATINUM ($69 for Jackson or Clay County Residents)
FAMILY - Best Value family fun! TWO Named adults and PLUS your dependents under 18 $79 Family ($40 for Jackson or Clay County Residents) $115 Family GOLD ($75 for Jackson or Clay County Residents) $155 Family PLATINUM ($115 for Jackson or Clay County Residents)
SUSTAINING- Family Membership and 5 single day tickets to give away PLUS one FOTZ Penguin T-Shirt! $130 Sustaining ($65 for Jackson or Clay County Residents) $195 Sustaining GOLD ($130 for Jackson or Clay County Residents) $240 Sustaining PLATINIUM ($175 for Jackson or Clay County Residents) Gold or Platinum Sustaining- Same benefits as above PLUS 5 rides wristbands
GORILLA ADVENTURER $500
-All the FOTZ Member privileges for two adults (one adult must be the cardholder) and the cardholder's dependent children or grandchildren under the age of 18 and; - unlimited rides on the train, tram, carousel, boat and the African Sky Safari for all allowed on the membership - 10 single day admission tickets to share with friends or family - 10 single day ride tickets for your guests on the train, tram, carousel, boat and the African Sky Safari - 2 tickets to an Earthy Evening at the Zoo on Thursday, April 18, 2013 and two tickets to Brew at the Zoo & Wine too on Saturday, October 19, 2013 - Two commemorative FOTZ T-Shirts - Early enrollment opportunity for summer day camps - Invitation for your family to a Patron Breakfast with the Zoo Director - $100 one-time discount on the facility rental fees for meetings, group gatherings, corporate retreats, social hours, etc. - Invitation to attend the 1909 Lion’s Pride Society Conservation Dinner ELEPHANT CONSERVATIONIST $1000 Support the Zoo in a BIG way! - All the FOTZ Member privileges at the Gorilla Adventurer level plus the following:
- An additional 10 single day admission tickets to share with friends or family (20 total) - An additional 10 single day ride tickets for your guests on the train, tram, carousel, boat and the African Sky Safari (20 total) - An additional 2 tickets to an Earthy Evening at the Zoo on Thursday, April 18, 2013 andBrew at the Zoo & Wine too on Saturday, October 19, 2013 (4 total to each event)
- 4 tickets to Kiss & Tail (an adult pre-Valentine celebration) on Saturday, February 2, 2013 - An additional $150 one-time discount on the facility rental fees for meetings, group gatherings, social hours, corporate retreats, etc. (total discount of $250)
- VIP docent led golf cart tour for four (4)
FOTZ Membership Tax Deductibility Here is yet another benefit to becoming a Member of Friends of the Zoo, Inc- your contribution may be tax deductible. See below for more information.
All Individual, Individual Plus, Family and Sustaining Memberships: Under Internal Revenue Service guidelines, the estimated value of these Membership levels are not substantial therefore the full amount of your payment may be a deductible contribution.
Gorilla Adventurer: The entire gift may be considered charitable contribution, except the value of Earthy Evening ($40), if you attended, Brew at the Zoo ($40), if you attend and Lion's Pride dinner ($50 per couple), if you attend.
Elephant Conservationist: The entire gift may be considered charitable contribution, except the value of Earthy Evening ($40), if you attended, Brew at the Zoo ($40), if you attend and Lion's Pride dinner ($50 per couple), if you attend, Kiss and Tail ($80), if you attended, and VIP Golf Cart Tour ($50), if you participate.
