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Visitor Information > Hours, Admission, Discount Tickets

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo & The RainForest are open all year except January 1 and December 25.

Hours:

  • Daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • The main gate opens at 9:30 a.m.
  • The Zoo Box Office closes at 4 p.m.
  • Memorial Day through Labor Day, on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, the Zoo and The RainForest remain open until 7 p.m. and Zoo Box Office closes at 6 p.m.

For weekly exhibit updates, please see our online Virtual Tour.




Tickets & Fees:

  Nov 1, 2009 -
Apr 2, 2010
Apr 3, 2010 -
Oct 31, 2010
Adults (12 & older) $7.00 $10.00
Children (2-11) $5.00 $7.00
Children under 2 FREE FREE

On Mondays, the Zoo (not including The RainForest) is FREE for residents of Cuyahoga County and Hinckley Township.* From Memorial Day through Labor Day, if Monday is a holiday, discounts apply on Tuesday instead. If you qualify for free Zoo-only admission on Mondays, tickets for The RainForest may be purchased at the following rates: Adults (12 and older) are $5.00, Children (2-11) are $3.00, and Children under 2 are free.

*To confirm your residency, bring photo ID or utility bill with current Cuyahoga County address with another form of ID.

The following discounted admission is also available:

Important Admission Information:

  • Parking is FREE

  • Credit Cards: Visa, Mastercard and Discover are accepted at the Box Office, as well as cash or check. The Zoo's main gift shops (Machaba Curios in the Welcome Plaza and The Market in The RainForest) accept Visa, Master Card, American Express or cash (no checks). Food vendors only accept cash.

  • There are three ATM's available:
    • at the Ticket Plaza
    • in The RainForest
    • at the Roaring Lion Café

  • A playground is located near the Primate Cat & Aquatics Building.

  • Coolers and picnic baskets are allowed on Zoo grounds. Skateboards, roller skates, bicycles, pets and grills are prohibited. Smoking is permitted in designated areas only.

  • For the safety of the animals, the Zoo does not provide straws or drink lids. Help us maintain a healthy, positive environment - please do not feed or tease the animals. Keep our waterways clean and safe for the animals. Don't throw objects including coins in the water.

  • ZooTrams and wheelchair accessible trams run daily FREE of charge. Enclosed, heated ZooTrams run during the winter when it's really chilly.



The Cleveland Plus Pass

Save time and money. Experience as many Northeast Ohio attractions as your time and personal interests allow. Plus Passholders save at least 30% off of general admission ticket prices. Get your Cleveland Plus Pass TODAY!

Good Any Day coupons:

  • AAA (must purchase at AAA office). Coupons are for $1 off regular summer admission prices. Phone 216-606-6225 or 800-711-5370.
  • Cleveland Metroparks online store. Delivered in 2 weeks or less. Shipping charged.
  • Acme Fresh Market Cardholders. Visit your local Acme store for details. Must be purchased at Acme store when you show your card. Valid through 2008.
  • Discount Drug Mart. Coupons are for $1 off regular summer admission prices. Available at select locations. Visit your local Discount Drug Mart store for details. Valid through 2009.
  • Many companies offer Good Any Day coupons through their Human Resources department for $1 off regular admission prices. They must be purchased through your HR Dept. Call 216-635-3389 for more information.

Employee Benefits Clubs:

Public Transportation:

A public transportation (RTA) discount is available during summer months. Please check back for details in spring 2010.

 

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
3900 Wildlife Way
Cleveland, OH 44109
216-661-6500