6800 Zoo Drive
Kansas City, MO 64132
The Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium is located in historic Swope Park with easy access from I-435 and 71 Highway. We're just minutes from downtown, the Country Club Plaza, and surrounding metro cities.
Africa Construction
The kopje and giraffe areas in our Africa section are currently undergoing improvements. During this time, animals in this area including giraffe, zebras, lions, foxes, and more will not be viewable.
Monday-Friday
9:30 am - 4 pm
Saturday-Sunday
9:30 am - 5 pm
Open Daily
9:30 am - 4 pm
New Years Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day
The #18 Indiana bus stops at the south shelter in the Red parking lot seven days a week during normal hours of operation.
Find more information about bus schedules on the RideKC.org website.