





About ZooWorld
Zoo with exotic & endangered species. Zoo focusing on conservation with over 260 animals plus programs & shows in a tropical setting.
💬 What Parents Say
- Arrive early to minimize entry lines—visitors report 20-30 minute waits even on weekdays in March. Since last admission is 3:00pm and the zoo closes at 4:00pm, arriving before 10:00am gives you maximum time to explore the compact layout.
- Budget extra time and money for animal encounters beyond basic admission. The sloth encounter and animal feeding experiences (giraffes, goats, deer, parakeets, alligators) are available for additional charges and highly rated by visitors as the standout experience.
- Secure loose bags and avoid wearing neck purses—budgies in the bird exhibit are known to be mischievous and have damaged visitor belongings. Keep valuables and bags close to your body or in secure pockets.
- Plan for 2-3 hours total visit time. Most visitors spend just over 2 hours comfortably seeing all exhibits and interacting with animals. The zoo is compact and not overwhelming, making it ideal for younger children or those with limited mobility.
- Take advantage of the animal feeding program—it's a signature experience at ZooWorld. Purchase food at entry counters for petting zoo animals and birds; the interactive feeding (especially with parakeets and budgies) is consistently praised as the highlight by visitors.
Hours
| Monday | 9:30 AM–4 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM–4 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 9:30 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | 9:30 AM–4 PM |
ZooWorld
📍 9008 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407Type
Zoo
Best For
All ages, especially children
Highlights
Giraffe feeding, animal encounters, lemur interactions, petting zoo
Hours
9:30am-4:00pm daily (last admission 3:00pm)
Special Offerings
Birthday parties, interactive animal experiences
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