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ZooTampa at Lowry Park in Tampa, FL

1101 W. Sligh Ave. • Tampa, FL 33604

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ZooTampa at Lowry Park is home to more than 1,300 animals and famous for having one of the most beautiful, tropical zoological settings in the world. The Zoo brings together animals and visitors to create unforgettable, natural connections. Get closer to wildlife than ever before by touching a giant tortoise, feeding a giraffe, getting nose-to-horn with an Indian rhino, hand-to-fin with slippery stingrays and more! Families can also splash in water play areas, feel thrills on rides and take in educational shows.

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Animal encounters, rides, and extraordinary experiences makes the zoo perfect for all families.
Don't miss the African Guided Safari.
Get behind-the-scenes views of dozens of African animals, including the Zoo's African elephant herd, Patas monkeys and more.
Trees provided shade throughout park for children and adults.
The Tampa's ZooQuarium Ticket is recommended if you are staying in Central Florida.
For guests with kids, extra clothes are recommended. There are a few kids splash areas inside the park.
For the safety of the zoo animals, no outside food or beverages are allowed in the Zoo.
Guests can have their hands stamped to use the picnic areas outside of the main gate, and then re-enter.
Shirt and shoes must be worn at all times.
No roller skate shoes permitted inside the Zoo.
Smoking is only permitted in designated areas.
Free parking.
Wear sunscreen.

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If fun is in your nature, spend some time at ZooTampa at Lowry Park, named the #1 Zoo in the U.S. by both Parents and Child magazines!

Five-time winner of the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence (2010-2015), Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo is one of the most popular zoos in the southeastern U.S., with over 800,000 visitors annually.

The Zoo features more than 1,000 incredible animals on nearly 60 lush acres including elephants, koalas, tigers, penguins, chimpanzees, orangutans, leopards and much more. Have a wild time feeding a giraffe, holding a lorikeet, touching a stingray, walking with wallabies, encountering a white rhino and more.

The Zoo's Manatee and Aquatic Center expands the traditional boundaries of a zoo, focusing efforts on critical care for injured, sick and orphaned Florida manatees. It is one of the only places that you can see these gentle giants year-round. During your visit, keep cool in the warm Florida sun with water play areas, wild rides, shows, shopping and restaurants.

Back in ZooTampa this Spring! Dinos Alive!
After 65 million years, dinosaurs return for an adventure of epic proportions at ZooTampa! Join us for Dinos Alive! a limited time event that connects prehistoric species to modern day wildlife found at the zoo. Starting on February 29, ends on May 31, 2020, travel back in time and come face-to-face with animated, larger-than-life dinosaurs from a Stegosaurus to a T-Rex.
The event features interactive adventures for explorers of all ages, including:
A travel through time with where you can navigate the past to discover species not seen for tens of millions of years!
A Dino Dig where you can tap your inner paleontologist and help uncover long-buried fossils of your favorite dinosaurs.
A fun educational adventure along the path where you can get informed on the easy ways everyone can contribute to the conservation of wildlife and prevent the next extinction.
Guests and junior paleontologists will be talking about this dino-mite adventure at ZooTampa for decades to come!

Parking is free.

Manatee Up-close viewing at Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo

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Animal Care and Rehabilitation at Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo

See more than 1,000 incredible animals, including TWO adorable African elephant calves.

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ZooTampa at Lowry Park! is located at 1101 W. Sligh Ave. • Tampa, FL 33604

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Frequently Asked Questions about ZooTampa at Lowry Park!

Is parking available at the zoo?
Yes. All guests enjoy free parking at Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo.

Can I bring a bag to the park?
Bags, purses, backpacks, and other forms of bags are allowed inside the zoo but are subject to inspection prior to zoo entry.

Can I bring snacks into the park for my children?
For the safety of the animals within the zoo, no outside food or beverages are allowed inside the zoo. Snacks, meals, and beverages are available for purchase throughout the zoo at dining locations including the Garden Grille, Boomer’s Cafe, Safari Lodge, Sweet Shoppe, Rango Snacks, and Tamani’s Oasis.

Can I bring my service animal into the zoo? 
Yes. Trained service animals are allowed in the zoo, so long as they are properly leashed. Personal pets are not permitted into the zoo for the safety of all animals and guests.

Is the zoo accessible for wheelchairs and other mobility issues?
Yes. Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo goes to extreme lengths to ensure that all visitors have an extraordinary experience while at our zoo. All zoo pathways, facilities, and exhibits are accessible to all. In addition, the front parking lot, entryway, and walkways are designed to provide easy navigation for all guests.

Our front parking lot includes reserved spaces available for disabled guests. This parking lot includes ramp accessibility to the main entrance. During peak visitation days and times when these reserved parking spaces are full, parking lot security will try to assist vehicles carrying disabled guests.

When is the zoo open?
Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo is open daily from 9:30am to 5:00pm. The zoo is open late until 10:00pm on Friday and Saturday nights. The zoo is not open on Thanksgiving and Christmas day.

Can I get to the zoo using public transportation?
 Yes. HART Bus Routes 41 and 45 will bring passengers to the zoo.