Nashville Zoo

About Nashville Zoo

Visit one of Nashville's finest attractions to witness monkeys swinging, birds chirping, and perhaps even some crocodiles swimming, all with Nashville Zoo tickets. The Nashville Zoo is one of the top family day outings in Tennessee since it is home to about 3,000 animals from over 350 different species. As you observe species like tigers, giraffes, bears, monkeys, rhinos, leopards, flamingos, turtles, and more thriving in stunningly natural outdoor habitats along shaded pathways, you may learn about many animal species from across the world. Discover more entertaining and educational activities, such as admission to the keeper talks, Critter Encounters, the Grassmere Historic Home, and animal presentations in the amphitheater. Leave the kids at the 66,000 square foot Jungle Gym where they can run, swing, and climb like animals.

Discover the Amphibians of Nashville Zoo

African Clawed Frog

The scavengers known as African clawed frogs will consume practically anything they come upon, including small fish, tadpoles, worms, snails, and aquatic insects and larvae. Discover one of the amphibians with your zoo tickets Nashville who are quite adaptive and can stay for about a year in dried-up ponds. Due to the quantity of eggs they may deposit, they are also very helpful in laboratory studies.

Axolotl

The axolotl was once the dominant predator in its ecosystem, but because to the rise of predatory fish and the extinction of Lake Chalco, it is now critically endangered. From March to June, female axolotls lay 100–300 eggs, which hatch 10–14 days later. Even as fully grown adult salamanders, the species still exhibits some traits from its larval stage which you can witness with your tickets for Nashville zoo.

Blue Poison Arrow Frog

Watch the blue poison arrow frog with the Nashville Zoo tickets which is one of the prime poison frogs among the 100 others that comes in various colors and patterns. The name "poison arrow frog" comes from the fact that various tribes in Central and South America used the frogs' venomous secretions to poison their hunting arrows.

Discover the Mammals of Nashville Zoo

Alpaca

You can see Nashville alpacas can have up to 22 different hues in Critter Encounters using your Nashville Zoo tickets. A dominant male alpaca will breed once a year, giving birth to one calf, and will have a group of up to ten females. Domesticated alpacas are well-liked on farms for their sheared, resembling-sheep fur.

American Milking Devon

American Milking Devon cattle are a multipurpose breed utilized not just for dairy production but also for meat and as a team of working oxen. This breed is one of the world's most endangered cattle species and is getting more and more rare as a result of modern farming methods and selective breeding which you can see with your Nashville Zoo tickets.

Andean Bear

See Andean Bears, also known as spectacled bears because of the bands of light-colored fur that around their eyes with your zoo tickets Nashville. After giant pandas, they are thought to be the most herbivorous and arboreal bear species, foraging for food in trees and creating leafy platforms to sleep and eat on. Due to their food, these bears are crucial to the ecology of forests because they disseminate seeds in their droppings when they roam, ensuring that fruit trees continue to grow in the forest.

Discover the Reptiles of Nashville Zoo

Aldabra Tortoise

One of the biggest tortoises in the world, Aldabra tortoises can only be found on the island of Aldabra which you can see with the zoo tickets Nashville. These tortoises are a keystone species in their habitat, and they provide a similar function to elephants in terms of clearing the way for lesser creatures. Aldabra tortoises have an uncertain lifespan because the researchers who study them outlive them.

Alligator Snapping Turtle

The largest freshwater turtles are alligator snapping turtles. They have three noticeable ridges along the back of their shell that set them apart from other snapping turtles. They also have a huge head and strong jaws. Most of the time, alligator snapping turtles spend their days in the water; only nesting females are typically observed on land.

American Alligator

After being listed as an endangered species in the 1970s, the alligator has made a stunning comeback. Examining the teeth of an alligator might help you tell it apart from a crocodile. An alligator's tooth is hidden when its mouth is closed, whereas a crocodile's tooth is visible from its upper jaw when its mouth is closed.

Explore the Attractions at Nashville Zoo

Adventure 4D Theater

With your zoo tickets Nashville enjoy a captivate 3D and multi-sensory 4D short film that will transport you to the action on the screen as you relax! Every fifteen minutes, two movies are screened in our 50-seat 4D theater. Depending on the movie, multi-sensory effects may include bubbles, mist, fragrance, snow, wind, and more.

Soaring Eagle Zip Line

Before releasing the seat for an adrenaline-pumping 28 mph journey back to earth, Soaring Eagle elevates passengers 110 feet in the air and several hundred yards back.The Soaring Eagle ride costs four attraction tickets, which are available nearby for $2 each.

Wilderness Express Train

Climb on and travel a short distance through uninhabited and forested areas with your tickets for Nashville Zoo. The train travels over a brief, round path surrounded by trees and other natural features, and is best suited for children up to the age of five. The young and the young at heart will both like it.

Plan Your Visit

Location & Timings
How to Reach
Know Before You Go

Location: 3777 Nolensville Pk, Nashville, TN 37211, United States

Timings; Nashville Zoo opens everyday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.

By Bus: The bus station nearest to the location is the Veritas Station Outbound which is just a 12 min walk. Take the bus line no. 52 in the direction of Ab - Hickory Plaza - Ezell.

By Car: You can either self drive a car or take a taxi from any location in Nashville, put the destination on a map, follow the directions and reach the zoo without any hussle.

  • It is advised that you allot 2 to 3 hours for your visit.

  • Pricing varies based on the day you choose

  • Ages 1 and younger do not require a ticket.

FAQs

How long does it take to visit Nashville Zoo?

It takes at least 2-3 hours to visit Nashville Zoo to explore all the attractions.

When’s the best time to visit the Nashville Zoo?

The best time to visit the Nashville Zoo is during the weekdays in the afternoon to avoid the crowd and spend some quality time with wildlife creatures.

Can I bring my pet with me on my visit?

No it is not allowed to take your pet to the Nashville Zoo. Pets are not permitted on zoo grounds, including the parking lot and inside parked automobiles, as they pose health, safety, and quarantine hazards.

Where Can I Book Nashville Zoo tickets?

You can book Nashville Zoo tickets online with us and can also avail amazing deals and discounts on the tickets.

Do I need to book Nashville Zoo tickets in advance?

It is highly recommended to book Nashville Zoo tickets in advance to ensure the guaranteed entry because only a limited number of people are allowed inside.

Are Nashville zoo tickets available online?

Yes, Nashville Zoo tickets are available online you can book them from our website to enjoy huge discounts.

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