Verified Oct 2, 2026
Audubon Zoo
Zoo or aquarium · New Orleans · USA 🇺🇸
Only official site
audubonnatureinstitute.org
Tickets online or at the entrance
“Tickets can be purchased at the front gate upon arrival. You can purchase advance tickets here.” audubonnatureinstitute.org
From the official ticket site: “Tickets can be purchased at the front gate upon arrival. You can purchase advance tickets here.” audubonnatureinstitute.org
Admission prices
Adult
$30 – $40
$30–$40
Child
$25 – $35
$25–$35
Free
Children under 2 years old
Free entry
free
stated on audubonnatureinstitute.org/zoo-faqs · checked 2026-10-09
Zoo Admission Ticket Pricing Price Range Adult $30–$40 Child* / Senior $25–$35 * Children under 2 years old are free and do not need a ticket.
Practical
Audubon Zoo: address
6500 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70118Open in Google Maps →✓ audubonnatureinstitute.org/zoo · 2026-10-07Audubon Zoo: opening hours
Audubon Zoo : Open daily | 10 AM-5 PM. Last ticket sold at 4 PM. Last entry at 4:30 PM✓ audubonnatureinstitute.org/zoo-faqs · 2026-10-09Audubon Zoo: closing days
The Zoo operates year-round, but is closed on Mardi Gras, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.✓ audubonnatureinstitute.org/zoo-faqs · 2026-10-09Audubon Zoo: what should I know before visiting?
Guests may bring outside food and beverages into Audubon Zoo. Glass bottles and alcoholic beverages are not permitted. Suitcases, backpacks, and coolers (with or without wheels) must not exceed 28 quarts and each family may only bring one cooler.✓ audubonnatureinstitute.org/zoo-faqs · 2026-10-09Audubon Zoo: how to get there
Audubon Zoo can be accessed by the St. Charles Avenue Streetcar line, which stops in front of Audubon Park at the "St Charles at Tulane/Loyola" stop. You will see the formal entrance to Audubon Park on St. Charles Avenue across the street from Tulane University and Loyola University New Orleans.✓ audubonnatureinstitute.org/directions-parking-zoo · 2026-10-09Audubon Zoo: parking
Free parking is available in the Zoo's main parking lot. Accessible parking spaces are designated near the entrance for vehicles with valid ADA placards or plates.✓ audubonnatureinstitute.org/zoo-accessibility · 2026-10-09Audubon Zoo: is it wheelchair accessible?
The entire Zoo grounds—including pathways, exhibits, restrooms, restaurants, and water fountains—are ADA-compliant. Manual and electronic wheelchair rentals are available for rent at the Guest Services Information Booth. All major facilities are designed to be accessible for guests with disabilities.✓ audubonnatureinstitute.org/zoo-faqs · 2026-10-09Audubon Zoo: are dogs allowed?
Pets are not allowed. However, service animals specifically trained to aid a person with a disability are welcome.✓ audubonnatureinstitute.org/zoo-faqs · 2026-10-09Located in historic Uptown New Orleans, Audubon Zoo features exotic and endangered animals from around the globe.
Book official tickets →
You will be redirected to ticket.audubonnatureinstitute.org — This is the venue’s own ticketing page.