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Location
Visitor tip
Don't miss the underwater penguin viewing area - visitors highlight the cool underwater perspectives of penguins swimming as a must-see experience at the Plaza
Visitor tip
The penguin area is wheelchair accessible, making it a great starting point for visitors with mobility considerations
Visitor tip
Combine your penguin visit with nearby jellies and fish exhibits for a complete aquatic animal experience at the Plaza
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Featured Attraction
- Giraffe Crossing
- Notable Exhibit
- Helzberg Penguin Plaza
- Membership Available
- Yes — visit free year-round
What visitors say
An interesting area, if a bit stinky. The underwater views of the penguins are really cool, and the nearby jellies and fish are a neat show!
We love penguins! We spent a fair bit of time here just watching the penguins swim around. We enjoyed how wheelchair accessible it was!
The penguins seem so happy!
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Did You Know?
- Helzberg Penguin Plaza features underwater viewing areas that allow visitors to watch penguins swimming, providing a unique perspective of penguin behavior
- The exhibit is wheelchair accessible, making it an inclusive destination for visitors with mobility needs
- Friends of the Zoo membership provides free year-round access to the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium
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