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Location
Visitor tip
The Kansas City Zoo is fully wheelchair accessible with no barriers to navigation, making it an excellent choice for visitors with mobility needs or those traveling with young children in strollers.
Visitor tip
The zoo offers diverse special events throughout the year including World Penguin Day, Penguin March, and after-hours HABITAT dance events. Check the calendar for these unique experiences that enhance your visit beyond standard zoo hours.
Visitor tip
Visitors consistently note the animals are well-cared for and the staff is friendly and helpful. The dense variety of species and excellent exhibit design make this one of the top-tier zoos in the United States—worth the admission cost.
About Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium
Zoo in Swope Park with zookeepers offering animal interaction & informative chats.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo & Aquarium
- Highlights
- Giraffe habitat, green sea turtles, penguins
- Membership
- Yes - visit free year-round
What visitors say
You said: Visited the KC Zoo and Aquarium on 12/26. It was wheelchair accessible with no problems. My 12 year old son and 3 year old nephew had a blast. I have been to a lot of zoos in the United States and this is one of my top 3. Can…
The place is worth every single penny spent. The whole place is massive and there is plenty to see. It took us roughly 4 hours to explore and see everything. Even with a lot of people, there is still a lot of room to walk. Animals seem…
This is less a review of the zoo itself and more a review of the GloWild experience. Very cool experience. Especially if you have kids. It’s not some gimmicky Christmas lights show that you walk around for 10 minutes and want to leave.…
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Did You Know?
- Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium is located in Swope Park and features dedicated zookeepers who offer animal interaction experiences and informative educational chats throughout the venue
- The zoo hosts multiple penguin-focused special events including World Penguin Day, Penguin March, and dedicated penguin exhibits, indicating a significant penguin collection and conservation focus
- GloWild is a seasonal experience at the zoo featuring elaborate holiday light displays with rides, scooters, and drink stations that extends beyond typical Christmas light attractions
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