Stretched across 202 acres in beautiful Swope Park, the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium has helped connect families to the natural world around us for more than 100 years. Thanks to continuous improvements and major openings, there’s always a new adventure at the Zoo.

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Featured Events

There’s always something going on at the Zoo! Get information about holiday-themed events, fundraisers, and much, much more.

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See What's New

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Take to the Skies

See the flamingo and elephant habitats from a completely different perspective: from above! Soar on the new Flying Flamingo zip line attraction that rises 100 feet off the ground and speeds up to a wind-whipping 30 miles per hour.

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Marine Life on Display

Explore ocean life in the heart of the country. The 650,000-gallon Sobela Ocean Aquarium is home to nearly 8,000 animals including sharks, sea otters and a giant Pacific octopus – and admission is always included with your zoo entry.

Start Making Plans

Save both time and money by purchasing your tickets online for quick and convenient access to the Zoo.