Zoos

Gulf Coast at Fort Worth Zoo

★★★★☆ 4.6 (31 reviews)

📍 McCart Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76109

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🕐 Hours

Monday	10 AM–5 PM
Tuesday	10 AM–5 PM
Wednesday	10 AM–5 PM
Thursday	10 AM–5 PM
Friday	10 AM–5 PM
Saturday	10 AM–5 PM
Sunday	10 AM–5 PM

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About Gulf Coast at Fort Worth Zoo

Gulf Coast at Fort Worth Zoo is a zoo in Fort Worth, TX. The Fort Worth Zoo offers a hands-on giraffe feeding experience where visitors can feed giraffes up close, described by visitors as an unforgettable interactive experience. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 31 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Zoo
Best For: All ages
Highlights: Giraffe feeding, baby elephant, themed exhibits with waterfalls
Admission: $6 per person on Wednesdays
Special Features: Interactive educational activities, membership programs available

💡 Did You Know?

⭐The Fort Worth Zoo offers a hands-on giraffe feeding experience where visitors can feed giraffes up close, described by visitors as an unforgettable interactive experience
⭐The zoo features discounted admission of only $6 per person on Wednesdays, significantly below standard pricing, combined with smaller crowds on those days
🏛️The Fort Worth Zoo has been operating for at least 55+ years, with one long-time visitor reporting enjoying the zoo for over 55 years and remembering it from childhood
🏛️The zoo has undergone recent major renovations and remodels that visitors describe as amazing, including updates to exhibit design and animal habitats
⭐The zoo offers membership programs with at least some members holding 9+ year memberships, indicating a substantial recurring visitor base

💬 What Visitors Say

🕐Visit on Wednesdays for $6 per person admission and noticeably smaller crowds, making it ideal for a more relaxed experience and easier viewing of popular exhibits like the giraffe habitat.
💡Don't miss the giraffe feeding experience — multiple reviews highlight this as an unforgettable interactive highlight that allows close encounters with these majestic animals.
💬Take advantage of the well-shaded pathways and misting stations throughout the zoo, which provide essential relief during hot Texas weather and make exploring comfortable even on sunny days.
💬A 9-year membership has proven valuable for repeat visitors based on reviews, suggesting strong ROI if you plan multiple visits throughout the year to see new additions and enjoy the recently remodeled exhibits.
💡Explore the interactive educational exhibits and informational areas about native animals and regional wildlife — reviewers specifically praised how these activities engage both children and adults with meaningful learning opportunities.