Houston Zoo458

Due to immense traffic congestion and safety concerns, the Houston Zoo has decided to alter the Free First Tuesday afternoon (2 p.m. to closing) policy, canceling the July 3 and August 7 Free First Tuesdays. During the June 5 free afternoon, nearly 12,000 people came to the Houston Zoo in a 3 hour period. Traffic on Cambridge Street was extremely congested to the point that Houston Fire Department ambulances and other emergency vehicles were in a potentially adverse atmosphere that could have impacted the health and safety of citizens. The Houston Zoo is committed to providing free and discounted admissions to our guests, but not at the risk of creating a potential hazard to health and safety of the people of Houston.

We apologize for any inconvenience that this may cause and encourage you to take advantage of the Free First Tuesday afternoons from September through May that will remain in effect. Thank you very much.

For more information:
http://www.houstonzoo.org/revisedfreedays/

The Houston Zoo is my 3 year old's favorite outdoor activity. Ever since she was 6 months old, we have had a membership and it has been well worth the 40 minute drive from our home. It has improved each and every year and looks like they are working on getting more beautiful exhibits opened soon. It's nice to be able to go whenever we want and take our time seeing all of the animals.

Our family practically lives at the Houston Zoo. It's a GREAT place where you can chill out with your kids, have some close encounters with exotic animals, and make some lasting memories. I personally don't mind that the prices have gone up a bit - it means that the exhibits are getting better for the animals and the Zoo's been able to make some improvements to make it even more enjoyable to visit.

Also, I've noticed a drop in the number of people wandering in the Zoo just to make trouble and tease the animals when Keepers aren't watching. It's not so cheap to just wander in and do that anymore - I'm happy with the changes! Considering other major Zoos around the country started charging $30 - $35 entrance fees many years ago, 10 bucks to get into this huge Zoo is nothing!

If you buy a family membership it completely pays for itself in a few visits and it so worth it to be able to go through the Members Entrance on those busy days when the tickets lines can get long. Highly recommend this Zoo to anyone!

I have four kids, and even though it's getting pricy-I love taking them. Where else can you see so many different animals and have an entire day of fun for $10 a person? Take a cooler with food and drinks, and it makes it VERY resonable. Stay OUT of the gift shop though!

The zoo is fantastic, and allows a close-up view of many large cats -- lions, cheetahs, etc. The tigers are still hard to see. The zoo's efforts to get the animals out of cages into more natural habitats is coming along nicely. The price is still less than most major attractions, and the experience is worth it. Don't shun based on the other comments -- if you haven't seen the Houston Zoo, you really must give it at least one full day of your attention!

Just a few years ago, I took my nephew to the zoo and it was about $2 for each of us to get in. Yes, the food was overpriced, but we didn't eat much and only got small souvenirs. In the years since, I haven't even been able to take my own kids because the prices keep going up!

I love the zoo and I want my kids to enjoy it also its just that It is to much 8.50 that is insane plus the food is expensive also at least they could lower the ticket down to about 4.50-5.00 for adults that would be better

Good for families and kids of all ages. Getting pricey, however; expect to pay extra for the merry-go-round in the children's zoo area.