Let‘s Hear Your Best Bird Call

We’d love to answer any questions you may have!

General Info

10001 W Bluemound Rd,
Milwaukee, WI 53226

Directions

General: 414-771-3040
Email: contact form
Marketing Office: 414-256-5466
Zoological Society: 414-258-2333

Hours

Now through Sept. 1, 2025

Weekdays: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Weekends: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sept. 2 through Oct. 31, 2025

Weekdays: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Weekends: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Nov. 1 through Dec. 31, 2025

Weekdays: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Weekends: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Closed:

Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day
New Year’s Day

Admission gates close 45 minutes prior to Zoo closing time; animal buildings close 15 minutes prior to Zoo closing.

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Milwaukee Zoo Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the daily hours?
The Zoo is open:
- Now through Sept. 1, 2025 – Daily: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Sept. 2 through Oct. 31, 2025 – Daily: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Nov. 1 through Dec. 31, 2025 – Weekdays: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; Weekends: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The Zoo will be closed the following holidays:
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
- New Year’s Day
Are reservations required to visit the Zoo?

Advance online tickets are not mandatory, but you may be able to save when buying online instead of at the gate. Please note: Some individual events may require advance reservations.
What entrance do I arrive at when entering?

The Zoo’s main entrance and walk-in entrance are open year-round. The West entrance is open Memorial Day weekend – Labor Day. This lot is for expedited entry for our Zoo Pass members and pre-ticketed guests.

Media Room

On a deadline and need info about our animals or facilities? How about a photo or video? Access our Media Room for inquiries or view our publicly-accessible photo gallery.

All animals communicate in different ways. Email us!

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