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Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo
📍 847 Whittington Ave, Hot Springs, AR 71901🕐 Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–5 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–5 PM |
About Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo
Small zoo with alligators & more. Old-school attraction since 1902 displaying 100+ alligators, plus a small petting zoo. Operating since 1902, making it over 120 years old and one of the longest-running animal attractions in Arkansas. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,656 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo
- Best For
- All ages
- Highlights
- Hold baby alligators, feed alligators and parakeets, petting zoo, live feed shows
- Admission
- Adults $14, Kids 12 and under $10, Under 2 free
- Hours
- Daily 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Spring/Summer 2026)
💡 Did You Know?
- Operating since 1902, making it over 120 years old and one of the longest-running animal attractions in Arkansas
- Houses 100+ alligators, making the alligator collection a significant draw with dedicated feeding shows scheduled during warm months
- Offers hands-on interactive experiences including holding baby alligators and feeding alligators with purchased tickets, which are frequently mentioned by visitors
💬 What Visitors Say
- Plan your visit around the live alligator feed shows at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday during warm months for the most interactive and educational experience with knowledgeable handlers.
- Budget extra time for the animal feeding experiences, which require an additional fee but visitors report are worth the cost for memorable interactions and learning from attentive handlers.
- Arrive early to visit when crowd sizes are smaller, allowing more one-on-one time with handlers and better opportunities to hold and feed animals without feeling rushed.
- The venue is compact and family-friendly with no age or height restrictions, making it ideal for young children to get up close with animals like baby alligators, goats, and rabbits in a manageable space.
- Take advantage of the knowledgeable staff's expertise by asking questions during animal interactions—handlers are noted for providing detailed information about the animals, enhancing the educational value of your visit.
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