Chattanooga Zoo

About Chattanooga Zoo

Through thrilling encounters with wildlife from around the world, the nonprofit Chattanooga Zoo aims to educate visitors about its wildlife rehabilitation work and inspire them to join its conservation efforts. The zoo houses more than 500 animals from over 150 species, including several endangered ones. Guests have the opportunity to observe a jaguar or chimpanzee, feed a towering giraffe, or meet a variety of reptiles. Keeper Chats are conducted throughout the day at different exhibits, where zookeepers offer 15-minute talks and answer questions about various animals. Kids can also explore the Nature Play area, featuring a jungle gym with a dig pit, tunnel, and climbable giant insects, or take a ride on the Zoo Choo Train ($5 per person) or the carousel ($3 per person).

Visitor Experiences

Recent visitors have noted that while the zoo is relatively small, it still offers plenty of engaging animals to see and activities to enjoy. The red panda was a favorite for many zoo-goers. Additionally, some visitors mentioned that arriving in the morning provides the chance to see animals being fed breakfast by zookeepers.

Location

The Chattanooga Zoo is situated approximately 2 miles east of downtown, in close proximity to the Chattanooga National Cemetery.

Hours

The zoo is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., except on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day when it remains closed. The last entry is at 4:30 p.m.

Tickets

Adult ticket prices range from $13.95 to $19.95, depending on the date, while tickets for children ages 3 to 12 cost between $10.95 and $16.95. You can save $2 per ticket by purchasing them online in advance, so be sure to check the zoo's website for more details.