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Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Name: Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
Address: 3701 S 10th St, Omaha, NE 68107, Omaha, NE, US
Telephone: (402) 733-8400
Rating: 4.8

★★★★☆ 4.8 (34585 reviews)

📍 3701 S 10th St, Omaha, NE 68107

📞 (402) 733-8400

🌐 www.omahazoo.com

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🕐 Hours

Monday	9 AM–5 PM
Tuesday	9 AM–5 PM
Wednesday	9 AM–5 PM
Thursday	9 AM–5 PM
Friday	9 AM–5 PM
Saturday	9 AM–5 PM
Sunday	9 AM–5 PM

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About Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Animal exhibits plus a giant desert dome. Domed indoor habitats, including desert & rainforest ecosystems, plus open-air animal exhibits. Features a giant Desert Dome with indoor domed habitats including desert and rainforest ecosystems, representing a unique architectural approach to animal exhibits. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 34,585 visitors.

Quick Facts

Ranking: #1 Zoo in the Nation
Size: 160 acres
Best For: All ages
Admission: Adults $33.95, Children (3-11) $25.95
Highlights: Backstage experiences, tram rides, Giant Screen Theater, overnight safaris

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Features a giant Desert Dome with indoor domed habitats including desert and rainforest ecosystems, representing a unique architectural approach to animal exhibits
⭐Spans 160 acres with diverse exhibits including a Louisiana bayou-themed nocturnal animal section, desert dome, jungle habitat, and aquarium with sharks and sea life
⭐Membership provides reciprocal privileges to 100+ zoos nationwide, offering significant value beyond single-visit admission
⭐Offers unique adult-only programming with Late Nights at the Zoo (21+) events during June and July, plus Sleeping Bag Safaris for overnight experiences
⭐Provides Lozier Giant Screen Theater shows and backstage experiences available by reservation, extending beyond typical zoo viewing to interactive educational programs

💬 What Visitors Say

🕐Visit in warmer months (spring/summer/fall) rather than winter when many outdoor exhibits close due to cold weather. October is noted as having perfect weather. If visiting in winter, focus on indoor highlights like the Desert Dome, Lied Jungle, and Aquarium.
💬Plan for a full day visit—there's 160 acres to explore with multiple distinct buildings and exhibits. Bring comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, and consider using the tram rides to conserve energy, especially with young children.
💡The Aquarium is the standout exhibit that visitors consistently highlight as exceptional and unlike other zoo aquariums. Prioritize this along with the Desert Dome, Lied Jungle, and butterfly exhibit for the most memorable experience.
💡Parents with young children should bring layers and something to carry coats—the Desert Dome and Jungle habitats are warm indoor environments where kids will remove outerwear. The splash pad is a great cooling-off spot for active children during warm months.
💬Consider zoo membership for frequent visitors or those planning repeat visits. Membership includes reciprocal privileges to 100+ zoos nationwide, offering excellent value beyond just Omaha visits.