Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium
About
Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium - 202 Acres in Swope Park
202-acre zoo and aquarium in Swope Park, southeast Kansas City. The zoo houses 1,700+ animals across themed habitats including Africa, Australia, Discovery Barn, and the Sobela Ocean Aquarium that opened in 2024.
Programs for Kids
Education programs through the Kansas City Zoo. Programs include:
- Day Camps (full-day and half-day)
- 4-day summer camps (Mon-Thu)
- Single-day camps on select Fridays
- Indoor and Outdoor Overnights
- Summer Break Camp
- School field trips
What's Included
- 1,700+ animals across themed habitats
- Sobela Ocean Aquarium (opened 2024)
- Education staff with wildlife training
- Camps grouped by age band
Experience
Kansas City families use the Zoo as a year-round destination, with the new Sobela Aquarium providing indoor coverage. The Zoo Drive location is in Swope Park, reachable from I-435 and I-70.