Memphis Zoo

About Memphis Zoo

Memphis Zoo is a wildlife facility where visitors explore animal exhibits and habitats organized by geographic region and theme. The zoo features elephants, tigers, and gorillas alongside the Herpetarium, which displays reptiles and amphibians. Other major exhibits include Animals of the Night, Dragon's Lair with Komodo dragons, a China section featuring pandas, an Aquarium, Northwest Passage, Once Upon a Farm, Penguin Rock, and Teton Trek with bears. Visitors walk through these exhibits at their own pace, viewing the animals and learning about wildlife from across the globe. The zoo operates daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with last admission one hour before closing. Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or older. The facility suits families, school groups, and individual animal enthusiasts seeking a full day of wildlife observation and education in Memphis, Tennessee.