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Accessibility
Service animals in accordance with ADA allowed; emotional support animals not permitted
Visitor tip
Don't miss the 3:00 PM African Penguin education talk and feeding — it's a highly engaging highlight that visitors consistently praise, and you can even meet Quinn, the beloved red panda, during special behind-the-scenes tours.
Best time
Visit during the ElectriCriters holiday display (seasonal) or plan regular visits year-round since some animals may be absent due to introductions, medical care, or breeding programs. Check ahead if specific animals like Momo the red panda are your must-see.
About Pueblo Zoo
Historic center for diverse wildlife. More than 400 animals, plus hands-on exhibits & a feeding area in a historic, year-round park.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Hours
- Daily 9 AM–5 PM (last admission 4 PM)
- Location
- Pueblo, CO
- Programs
- Zoo Camp for ages 6-13
What visitors say
Honestly it may be small but we love it, our old town had a zoo on a mountian side which wasnt ideal for walking however this zoo is perfect for that and I loved thier electricritters activity which is in the photos. The only thing I'd…
Electric critters is a vibe. We loved it! Great way to wrap up the holiday season with the family. The train ride was a really fun extra touch, perfect for a preschooler. We took advantage of the unseasonably warm weather before the…
We attended the ElectriCriters display at the Pueblo Zoo and we were pleasantly surprised. It was so well done: so many diverse displays, many were animated. For those of us who remember Monkey Mountain there is a display of monkeys…
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Did You Know?
- Pueblo Zoo was founded in the 1930s, making it a historic institution with nearly a century of operation and several original architectural sites still present
- The zoo houses over 400 animals and features a notable African penguin exhibit with a popular behind-the-scenes tour experience where visitors can interact with and pet penguins
- Momo the red panda is a standout resident who has become memorable enough to be specifically mentioned in multiple visitor reviews as an unforgettable attraction
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