Partners in Conservation
Learn about the Zoo’s financial commitment to holistic conservation efforts in Central Africa.
Plan the trip of a lifetime in the palm of your hands!
Download the FREE Columbus Zoo mobile app before your next visit, and start your journey.
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE
- Store your Zoo membership card on the app
- Plan your itinerary ahead of time and make the most of your day
- Get directions to the Zoo and Zoombezi Bay
- Purchase tickets and memberships through the app!
WHILE YOU'RE HERE
- Check out the attractions, food options, and shopping around you
- Receive reminders for upcoming animal experiences and events during your visit
- Map the most efficient path to the animals and areas you want to see the most
Plan Your Day with Itineraries in the Columbus Zoo App
Make the most of your visit with our easy-to-use itineraries!
Simply click an itinerary link from your mobile device, and it will automatically open in your Columbus Zoo app.
- Don’t have the app yet? No problem. Your link will take you straight to the App Store or Google Play to download it.
- Once you’re in the app, you can customize the itinerary to fit your family’s interests before saving it.
- During your visit, use the app to check off activities as you go and stay on track for a fun-filled day.
Download the app, load your plan, and enjoy a Zoo day that’s perfectly tailored to you!
Zoo Babies and New Arrivals Itinerary
Follow this itinerary for a day full of adorable moments with the Columbus Zoo’s youngest animals and newest arrivals. From playful youngsters to welcoming new faces, this plan will guide you to all the must-see stops for the perfect Zoo adventure. Estimated time: 3 hours
Click from your phone to launch the itinerary in your app.
Lantern Festival Itinerary
Looking for the perfect way to experience the Lantern Festival? This itinerary gives you a balanced plan with glowing lantern displays, animal encounters, and live performances so you won’t miss a thing. Load it into your Columbus Zoo app, customize it to fit your evening, and check off activities as you go for a magical night made easy. Estimated time: 3 hours
Click from your phone to launch the itinerary in your app.
Stay Cool Itinerary
Beat the heat while enjoying a full day at the Columbus Zoo! This itinerary highlights our favorite indoor habitats and shaded spaces, giving you plenty of opportunities to cool off while discovering amazing animals and experiences. Estimated time: 4 hours
Click from your phone to launch the itinerary in your app.
Ready to Get Started?
Here's How to Use the App!
