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Monday 10am - 5pm Tuesday 10am - 5pm Wednesday 10am - 5pm Thursday 10am - 5pm Friday 10am - 5pm Saturday 10am - 5pm Sunday 10am - 5pm

Zoo Boise

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Located in beautiful Julia Davis Park, Zoo Boise is one of the most popular attractions in Idaho.
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Located in beautiful Julia Davis Park, Zoo Boise is home to over 300 animals from more than 100 species. Zoo Boise connects guests with animals to inspire and involve our community in the conservation of wildlife worldwide. Zoo Boise: where the act of visiting the zoo is a conservation action.

11/02/2026

Starting this week, $3 Thursdays are back at Zoo Boise!

Every Thursday from Nov. 5, 2026, through Feb. 25, 2027, we are offering an inexpensive way to have a wild adventure with $3 admission per person. 🥤🍿 Plus get medium fountain drinks and snacks for only $3.33 each.

📷: Cotton-top tamarins by zoo volunteer Chantel

11/01/2026

🐅 Akasha is enjoying her reTIGERment at Zoo Boise!

At 16 years old and well into her golden years, Akasha has a private residence, pool, enrichment, training, health care, and a whole team dedicated to keeping her comfortable.

Her retirement also supports tiger conservation by freeing up space at another zoo for tigers matched through the Species Survival Plan.

10/31/2026

🎃 Happy Halloween from Zoo Boise!

We hope your day is filled with plenty of treats, fun, and adventure. 🐾👻

Have a safe and happy Halloween!

📸: Goat Ross by zookeeper Elsa

10/30/2026

🐾 Get closer to your favorite Zoo Boise animals!

Private Animal Encounters give you the chance to meet, feed, and/or observe a training session with select animals in a more intimate setting. Learn more at https://zooboise.org/visit-the-zoo/private-animal-experiences/

With several experiences to choose from, there’s something for every animal lover.

📸: Zoo Boise meerkats by zookeeper Brooke

10/29/2026

They are classified as carnivores, but red pandas aren't big meat eaters. They have adapted to almost completely eat bamboo leaves and shoots. (Here at Zoo Boise, they also receive biscuits and fruit as treats.)

📷: Chinese red panda Rylan by lead zookeeper Taylor S

10/27/2026

Warthog Makena redecorating her den and testing out the new digs.

📹: Zookeeper Kailynn

10/26/2026

Male sand cat Simba got a box lunch... and a cozy new place to relax.

Daily enrichment items and activities like this encourage natural behaviors and come in many shapes, sizes, and scents.

📷: Zoo Operations Coordinator Mackenzie

10/25/2026

It's time for day two of Boo at the Zoo!

Trick or treat candy stations, Halloween treats for the animals, costume contests, face painting, vendors, and more from 10AM - 5PM! 🎃

📷: Aldabra tortoise Mr. Mac

10/24/2026

🎃🦒🐅🍬Boo at the Zoo is happening!

Join us Saturday, October 24 and Sunday, October 25 from 10AM-5PM. Last admission at 4PM.
🍬 Trick-or-treat candy stations
👻 Costume contests for all ages
🎪 Vendors throughout the zoo
🐾 Animals enjoying special Halloween treats
🎃 And much more!
Regular zoo admission prices and free for zoo members.

10/23/2026

Trick or treat candy stations, Halloween treats for the animals, costume contests, face painting, vendor activities, and more await the whole family on Saturday AND Sunday for Boo at the Zoo, presented by Delta Dental of Idaho! 🎃

The fun starts tomorrow at 10AM.

📷: Wolverine Laura 'carves' a pumpkin!

Address

355 E Julia Davis Drive
Boise, ID
83702

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 5pm
Tuesday	10am - 5pm
Wednesday	10am - 5pm
Thursday	10am - 5pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 5pm
Sunday	10am - 5pm

Telephone

+12086087760

Website

http://www.zooboise.org/

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