The Santa Barbara Zoo is open daily 9:30 AM – 5 PM, and 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas. The Zoo closes early for some special events. Your reservation time is the earliest entry time, and has no late cut-off. Last admission at 4 PM. Ticket is non-refundable. You will save $7/ticket when you buy online!

 
Please note: some animals (such as the lions, gorillas, and otters) have early bedtimes and will not be out after 4:30 PM.

For Santa Barbara Zoo Members Only

The Santa Barbara Zoo is open daily 9 AM – 5 PM, and 9 AM – 3:30 PM on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas. The Zoo closes early for some special events. Your reservation time is the earliest entry time, and has no late cut-off. Last admission at 4:30 PM.

Please note: some animals (such as the lions, gorillas, and otters) have early bedtimes and will not be out after 4:30 PM.

Group rates apply to reservations for 20 or more people. The Santa Barbara Zoo is open daily 9:30 AM – 5 PM, and 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas. The Zoo closes early for some special events. Your reservation time is the earliest entry time, and has no late cut-off. Last admission at 4 PM. Ticket is non-refundable.

 
Please note: some animals (such as the lions, gorillas, and otters) have early bedtimes and will not be out after 4:30 PM.