Visitor Information & Tickets

Ticket Information

There's so much to see, so much to ZOO!  Knoxville Zoo offers great family fun for everyone.  Experience wildlife up close as you come face to face with more than 800 of the Earth's most fascinating animals.  You belong in the zoo!

2011 Admission Prices 

Knoxville Zoo becomes the coolest place in Knoxville to visit during Penguin Discount Days! Beginning December 1, 2011 and continuing through February 29, 2012, admission to Knoxville Zoo is half-off.

Zoo Tickets Available at Kroger! 

Penguin Discount Days tickets are available at Kroger. These tickets can be used through February 29, 2012! So visit to Kroger and SAVE!

How to Purchase Tickets

Online

Purchase your tickets through the zoo's webstore and avoid the wait at the ticket booth.  Online tickets can be printed at home for even faster entry to the zoo.  Click here to purchase your tickets today!

At the zoo

Zoo tickets and memberships are available at the entrance to the zoo.

At Kroger

Zoo admission tickets and memberships are available at all Knoxville area Kroger stores. 

Please note:  For the safety of our animals, please leave your pets at home.  Pets are not permitted in the zoo.  Please do not leave your pets in your car, they will be more comfortable at home.

Zoo Membership
You Belong in the Zoo!

Zoo members receive free admission every day.  For more information on becoming a zoo member, click here. 

Group Savings

Discounted rates are available for groups of 15 more.  For more information about purchasing group tickets, please click here or contact our Group Sales Department at (865) 637-5331 x307.

Zoo tickets are sponsored by Subway.  Redeem your zoo ticket stub for a free regular 6-inch sub when a 6-inch sub and a medium drink is purchased. Available at Knoxville area Subway locations only.