Peoria Zoo: Entry Ticket

About this experience

Peoria Zoo is a wildlife attraction in Peoria, within reach of Chicago, where resident animals from around the world are cared for by the venue's keepers across six regionally themed exhibits. The zoo covers Africa, Australia, Asia, and the tropics, alongside a Contact Barn and a Conservation Centre. The Africa exhibit, named Zambezi River Village, recreates the African grasslands and is home to lions, white rhinos, giraffes, and zebras, as well as forest-dwelling species including Red River Hogs and Colobus monkeys. Mandrills, among the largest monkey species in the world, are also encountered along this route. Amur tigers and a range of primate species are housed in the Asian and tropical sections of the zoo. This ticket is admission to Peoria Zoo, granting entry to all six themed exhibits and allowing visitors to move through them at their own pace. Daily keeper chats are included as part of the standard visit, during which the zoo's keepers discuss the animals in their care and the habitats on display. The playground area features a rock wall suitable for younger guests. Animal feedings and behind-the-scenes encounters are available at an additional charge and are not covered by general admission. The zoo is fully wheelchair accessible, with the main entrance located at 2320 North Prospect Road. Entry tickets cover general admission and all keeper chat sessions, and are a practical base for a wider trip to Chicago attractions in the region. Tickets can be cancelled before the selected date for a full refund. Live animals are not sold through this listing. Any animals encountered are part of the visit and none leaves with the guest.

Highlights

• Enter Peoria Zoo and explore six regionally themed exhibits
• See lions, white rhinos, giraffes, and zebras in Zambezi River Village
• Visit the Africa, Australia, Asia, and tropics wildlife zones
• Meet Amur tigers, mandrills, and Colobus monkeys on your visit
• Explore the Contact Barn and Conservation Center on site

What is included

• General admission to Peoria Zoo
• Daily keeper chats
• Playground with rock wall

Not included

• Animal feedings (available for an additional charge in the gift shop)
• Behind-the-scenes encounters (available for an additional charge when available)

Before you go

Arrival and getting around Plan to arrive at 2320 North Prospect Road in good time before you want to start exploring. The zoo covers several distinct exhibit areas, so comfortable footwear is recommended as you will be walking between zones throughout your visit. What is included and what costs extra Your ticket covers general admission to all six regional exhibits, daily keeper chats, and use of the playground and rock wall. Animal feedings are available for an additional charge and can be booked through the gift shop on the day. Behind-the-scenes encounters are offered at an additional charge when available, and are not guaranteed. During your visit Keep noise levels low near animal enclosures and follow any instructions from keepers during chats. Flash photography can startle animals, so check posted guidelines at each exhibit. Food and drink policies vary by area, so look out for signage around the enclosures.

Cancellation terms

Free cancellation up to 6 hours before the experience.