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Today's Hours: 10am - 5pm

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Become a Zoo Member!

Unlimited visits all year long, free parking, and more. 

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Volunteer at the Zoo

Your next great adventure starts with giving back.

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Our Impact

Learn about the work the Zoo and The Wilds does locally and around the world.

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Conservation
Humboldt penguin

Meet the Penguins

Do penguins blow bubbles? Get the answer here.

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Animals
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College Internship Scholarships

Apply for a RISE scholarship of $5000 for your Zoo internship!

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Amur tiger

And Sarang makes THREE.

Amur tiger, Sarang, just joined the Columbus Zoo family. 

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Support Our Efforts

You can make a huge impact for wildlife, right from home. 

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Conservation
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Animal Story Time

Story time + Zoo animals that bring the tale to life! 

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Animal Presentations

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Lorikeet Aviary

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Stingray Bay

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goats exiting barn

The Barn

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two zoo guests looking at kangaroo

Kangaroo Walkabout

Weekends Only
smew in water

Asia Quest Aviary

Closed for the Season
cheetah training

Cheetah Training Demo

Closed for the Season
Zookeeper holding a macaw in their hand

Encounter the Wild

Closed for the Season
Child in a wheelchair feeding a giraffe

Giraffe Feeding

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Keeper Talks

Closed for the Season
Zoo guest and sea lion

Sea Lion Training Tales

Closed for the Season
A child inspects Santa's sleeve

Sensory-Friendly Santa Experience

DEC 6