Association of Zoos and Aquariums

Zoos and Aquariums With Free Admission

Zookeeper helping child to view animal in exhibit

Credit: Disney's Animal Kingdom

When you're planning a trip, keep in mind that the following AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums have free admission. Some also participate in the Reciprocal Admissions Program and offer additional benefits if you are a member of your local zoo or aquarium.

San Pedro, CA
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium

Cape May Courthouse, NJ
Cape May County Park Zoo
Offering additional discounts in the Reciprocal Admissions Program

Saint Paul, MN
Como Park Zoo
Offering additional discounts in the Reciprocal Admissions Program

Wheaton, IL
Cosley Zoo

Emporia, KS
Emporia Zoo
Offering additional discounts in the Reciprocal Admissions Program

Madison, WI
Henry Vilas Zoo

Hutchinson, KS
Hutchinson Zoo

Garden City, KS
Lee Richardson Zoo
Offering additional discounts in the Reciprocal Admissions Program

Chicago, IL
Lincoln Park Zoo
Offering additional discounts in the Reciprocal Admissions Program

St. Louis, MO
Saint Louis Zoo
Offering additional discounts in the Reciprocal Admissions Program

Salisbury, MD
Salisbury Zoo

Gainesville, FL
Santa Fe Community College Teaching Zoo

Eureka, CA
Sequoia Park Zoo
Offering additional discounts in the Reciprocal Admissions Program

Washington, DC
Smithsonian National Zoological Park
Offering additional discounts in the Reciprocal Admissions Program