Zoos

BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo

Name: BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo
Address: 3000 Zoo Circle, Baton Rouge, LA 70807, Baton Rouge, LA, US
Telephone: (225) 775-3877
Rating: 4.2

★★★★☆ 4.2 (3149 reviews)

📍 3000 Zoo Circle, Baton Rouge, LA 70807

📞 (225) 775-3877

🌐 www.brzoo.org

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About BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo

Standard, longtime zoo offering a selection of wild mammals, birds & other animals. The zoo offers an overnight Safari Night adventure experience, allowing visitors to stay overnight on zoo grounds for an immersive wildlife experience. Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,149 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Zoo
Best For: All ages
Highlights: Malayan Tiger, Galapagos Tortoise, animal encounters, interactive programs
Special Offer: Wednesdays 2-4pm: $3.00 + tax per person
Programs: Zoo camps, field trips, Zoo & Me for ages 3-5, volunteer opportunities

💡 Did You Know?

⭐The zoo offers an overnight Safari Night adventure experience, allowing visitors to stay overnight on zoo grounds for an immersive wildlife experience
⭐BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo offers a specialized Zoo & Me Morning program designed specifically for preschoolers ages 3-5, providing age-appropriate animal encounters and educational activities
⭐The zoo offers an exceptionally affordable Wednesday afternoon discount admission of $3.00 per person (2:00pm-4:00pm), making it one of the most budget-friendly zoo visits available
⭐The zoo is planning a Cruise to Ecuador & Galapagos Islands excursion in March 2026, directly connecting zoo visitors with the natural habitats of animals featured in the zoo's collection, including Galapagos Tortoises
⭐Visitors can hand-feed fish in zoo ponds using quarters to purchase fish food (25 cents), offering a direct interactive animal experience uncommon at many zoos

💬 What Visitors Say

💬Plan for 2 hours and wear comfortable shoes - the zoo is laid out like a forest with long walking distances between exhibits. Pace yourself accordingly to avoid fatigue.
🕐Visit Wednesday afternoons between 2:00pm-4:00pm for discounted admission ($3.00 + tax), and arrive by 4:00pm since last entry closes at that time and grounds close at 5:00pm.
💡Bring quarters to purchase fish food (25 cents) at the pond for an interactive feeding experience - a unique hands-on activity that visitors highlight as memorable.
💬Note that some exhibits may be closed seasonally (winter months may see the train ride, playground, and café closed) and popular animals like giraffes may not always be on display - call ahead during off-season visits.
💡For young children ages 3-5, consider enrolling in the 'Zoo & Me Morning' program (9:30am-11:00am) for an age-appropriate educational experience, or explore Zoo Camps offered seasonally.