Prices and Discounts at The Houston Zoo

Overview

• Flex Pricing: Offers flexibility in planning a visit according to budget and schedule. Advance ticket reservation required.
• Online Reservations: Necessary for non-member and non-CityPASS ticket holders. Members and CityPASS holders exempt from this requirement.
• On-site Ticket Sales: Not available; must reserve online.

Discounts & Offers

Free Zoo Days

• Sponsored by ExxonMobil.
• Available on the first Tuesday of each month.
• Tickets are not available at the gate and must be reserved online.
• Due to high demand, tickets are not guaranteed.

Student Discounts

• Free admission for students from specific Houston-based colleges/universities.
• Online reservation and valid student ID required at the gate.

CityPASS

• Save up to 51% on admission to Houston's top 5 attractions, including the Zoo.
• Tickets available online with mobile delivery; no need for advanced reservations.

Group Tickets

• Discounts available for purchases of 20 or more tickets.
  • Adults (13-64): $2 off
  • Children (3-12): $1 off
  • Seniors (65+): $1 off

Corporate Discounts

• Available through the Zoo's website for employees of Corporate Partners.

U.S. Military Discounts

• 50% off for veterans and active military for up to five guests.
• Requires proof of military service at admission.

Lone Star Discount

• Available for SNAP & WIC benefit recipients.
• Includes up to two adults and three child tickets.
• Requires online reservation; not available on-site.

Child and Senior Discounts

• Children (3-12): 20% discount.
• Seniors (65+): 20% discount.
• Online reservations required.

Members of Other Zoos

• Discounts available at various zoos across the country for Houston Zoo members.
• Requires online reservation.

Membership Benefits

• Pays for itself in as little as two visits per year.
• Includes free daytime admission for a year along with other benefits.

Additional Information

• A portion of ticket sales helps protect wild animals.
• Visit the Houston Zoo website for more details and ticket reservations.