Houston Zoo
About
Houston Zoo
55-acre zoo in Hermann Park - one of top US zoos with 6000+ animals. Year-round children's programming spanning early childhood through teens.
Kids Nature Programs
- Zoo Camp - week-long summer programs by age band
- Toddler Programs - early-childhood animal encounters
- Junior Keeper experiences - older-kid behind-the-scenes tracks
- Family Programs - weekend keeper talks + interactive events
- School Tours + Field Trips - curriculum-aligned visits
What Parents Should Know
- 55-acre Hermann Park central Houston location
- Open daily 9am-6pm (summer extended)
- Adjacent to Houston Museum of Natural Science + Children's Museum
- 6000+ animals across 50+ exhibits