Zoo Boise is open year round!
Zoo Boise is open daily from 10AM until 5PM, with last admission at 4PM daily. Zoo Boise is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.
Children twelve (12) years of age and younger must be supervised at all times by an adult/guardian/caregiver (guardian must be at least 16 years of age).
Daily Admission Prices
General (12 – 61) – $9
Seniors (62+) – $6
Kids (3 – 11) – $6
Small Children (2 & under) – Free
Thursday Discounted Prices
General (12 – 61) – $6
Seniors (62+) – $5
Kids (3 – 11) – $5
Small Children (2 & under) – Free
All admission prices include a $.75 conservation fee. Learn more by visiting the Zoo Boise Conservation Fund page.
Friends of Zoo Boise members not only get FREE admission, but free or discounted admission to more than 100 other zoos around the country. Visit our membership page to learn more about the benefits you get by becoming a member. Members are required to show current ID before entering Zoo Boise.
Non-Profit Groups
Non-profit group admission is $5 per person but require reservations and one payment for the entire group. Learn more by visiting our group rate page or by sending us an email.
Special Attraction Pricing
Giraffe & Sloth Bear Encounter – $5
Zoo Farm Food – $1
Carousel – $2
Conservation Cruise – $5
All special attractions are weather and animal permitting.
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