Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance

Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance - 80 Acres in City Park

Denver's flagship zoo, home to more than 3,000 animals across diverse continents and ecosystems. Located inside City Park alongside the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, the zoo runs year-round education programs alongside its general admission visits.

Programs for Kids

Education programs span camps, scouts, school groups, and family visits. Programs include:
- Kids Safari Camp (school-age weekly sessions)
- Scout Programs for Cub, Brownie, and older troops
- Family Nature Play drop-in programming
- School Field Trips and curriculum-aligned programs
- Camp Conservation professional development for teachers

What's Included

• Education staff with wildlife and conservation training
• Themed weekly camp curricula by age band
• Daily general admission 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Member early entry from 8 a.m. (Memorial Day through Labor Day)

Experience

Denver families use the zoo as both a weekend family destination and a structured camp option through summer and school breaks. The City Park location keeps the zoo close to central Denver and accessible alongside the nature & science museum next door.