At Evansville's Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden, you will see over 700 animals roaming freely in natural habitats surrounded by exotic plants, wildflowers, and trees.  Our beautiful 50-acre park also features a Children's Enchanted Forest, paddle boats, bumper boats, a narrated tram, and the Discovery Center.  Now open, AMAZONIA, Forest of Riches!

Admission Rates:

In recognition of the significant support they provide, Vanderburgh County residents receive a $1.00 off admission discount. Proof of residency is required.

Rates:
Adults: $8.50 Children: $7.50
Children 2 and under are free.

November - February Rates:
Adults: $6.50 / Children: $5.50
Children 2 and under are free.

November - February Tuesday Rates:
Adults: $5.50 / Children: $4.50
Children 2 and under are free.

Location:
1545 Mesker Park Drive
Evansville, IN 47720

Hours:
9am - 5pm
No Admittance After 4pm

Rainforest Grill: 9am – 5pm
Watering Hole: 10am – 4pm
Please call for verification of hours during off season or bad weather

Wild Rivers Trading Co.: 9am – 5pm

Daily Schedule:
Open 365 Days A Year!

Find a link to your questions below:

Click here for membership information.

For information on Summer Zoo Camp, click here.

Interested in becoming a ZooTeen? If so, click here.

Click here if you are an adult interested in volunteering in our docent program.