Amarillo Zoo

Amarillo, TX

Zoos & Wildlife
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Address: 700 Comanchero, Amarillo, TX 79107, USA How do we get there? Number: 806 381-7911
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About this activity

Are you excited to have a WILD family day out in Amarillo, Texas? Why not head to the popular Amarillo Zoo

Founded in 1955 the Amarillo Zoo is the perfect place to share the wonders of the animal world with kids of all ages. The beautiful 15-acre site is located in Thompson Park and features over 150 animals, representing 88 species.  

The zoo is designed for fun and discovery and will provide a lifetime of memories. Here, you’ll do more than just look…you’ll experience the animal world. Kids can meet and learn about the beautiful native species right on your doorstep, including the bison grey fox and even the brown tarantula! 

Then of course you can learn about all the animals that live across the planet. You can come face to face with the grand lion, and watch the playful lemurs play. It’s a great learning experience for the kids too, where they can learn about conservation as they admire creatures such as the tiger.  

Amarillo Zoo features those beautiful warm blooded mammals, as well as those unique, weird and wonderful reptiles. Don’t miss exploring the colorful birds too, with Amarillo Zoo being home to those feathered friends from the Arctic, Antarctica, and everywhere in between! Make sure you stop at the amphibians and invertebrates too. From the smallest of frogs, to the hairiest of spiders, some might even surprise you!

Once you’ve finished enjoying the zoo, make sure to visit Thompson Park. Visitors will discover shaded picnic areas, playgrounds, beautiful lakes, swimming, tennis and walking trails in this 330-acre regional park.

So enjoy a WILD Texas day out, and like everything in Texas, it’s a BIG day of fun! ROAR!

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How much does it cost?

Hilton

Discount

Half price admission on Mondays!

Hilton

Last Updates

2022

Amarillo Zoo FAQ’s

The zoo are all about conservation, and caring for the animals. Profits from the concession stand go back into the zoo , and the Amarillo Zoo strives to support and promote local and global conservation efforts.

Strollers can be rented from the front gate

You can enjoy Zoo-licious treats at the concession stand. From nachos, to frito pies, pizza, burgers and ice cream, it's great for those rumbling tummies. The concession stand will be closed for the fall/winter seasons

Check the front gate when you arrive to see if there are any special activities scheduled on the day of your visit. On weekends and throughout the summer there may be keeper chats, giant tortoise encounters, or live animal shows in our Safari Theater.

Make sure you take that pocket money, because the Zoovenir Stand is a small seasonal gift stand that offers a variety of items including plush toys, books and artwork! Only open during the warmer months and during some seasonal events.

They LOVE having students! They also offer school lunch programs to go with the field trip too. These need to be booked at least 2 weeks in advance.

Strollers can be rented from the front gate

The park is wheelchair accessible, and wheelchairs can be rented from the front gate

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