 Hours and Fees
Hours REGULAR HOURS
(March 13 to November 5) Open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Last admission sold at 4 p.m. Members admitted until 4:30 p.m. (Subject to change based on serious weather conditions. Please call or check the Zoo's Website before your visit on stormy days.) Children's Zoo open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. except as noted:
Family Farm 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Insect Zoo 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Animal Resource Center 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Lion House is open from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. WINTER HOURS (November 6 to March 12) Open daily 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The last admission sold is at 3:30 p.m. (Subject to change based on holiday weekends or serious weather conditions. Please call or check our Web site before your visit on stormy days.) Children's Zoo open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. except as noted:
Family Farm 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Insect Zoo 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Animal Resource Center 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Fees and RentalsGeneral Admission| Persons | Age | Rate |
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| Adults | 15-64 | $15.00 | | Seniors | 65 and over | $12.00 | | Children | 4-14 | $9.00 | | Children | 3 and under | Free |
San Francisco Resident Discounted RateSan Francisco residents must show valid proof of residency. | Persons | Age | Rate |
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| Adults | 15-64 | $12.00 | | Seniors | 65 and over | $7.50 | | Children | 4-14 | $5.50 | | Children | 3 and under | Free |
MembersSan Francisco Zoological Society Members receive FREE admission with annual Membership. Free Days for San Francisco ResidentsThe first Wednesday of every month, admission to the Zoo is free for San Francisco residents only. Please show proof of residency through a valid driver license, identification card or utility, phone or other local bill, delivered to your home address. Group RatesGroup Policy and Requirements
Must register 2-3 weeks in advance. Admittance without reservation is not guaranteed. Groups must be 15 or more. Less than the required amount regular rates will be charged. 1:5 ratio chaperones. Payment must be made on the day of the visit by cash, check, credit card & purchase order. No prepayment is accepted. Non-Resident Group Rates| Persons | Age | Rate |
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| Adults | 15-64 | $14.00 | | Seniors | 65 and over | $11.00 | | Children | 4-14 | $8.00 | | Children | 3 and under | Free |
San Francisco School GroupsSF Unified school district, public, private, colleges, universities, DCYF (C.A.P.) funded organizations. (List provided by the Education Department) Admission: Free for children and chaperones within the 1:5 ratio. $12 for chaperones above the 1:5 ratio. Click HERE to complete a reservation request online or call (415) 753-7057. To add a docent-guided tour to your field trip, e-mail docent@sfzoo.org or call the Education Department at (415) 753-7122. Non-San Francisco School Groups| Persons | Age | Rate |
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| 9th to 12th grade | 15-19 | $12.00 | | 4 years old (pre-K) to 8th grade | 4-14 | $6.00 |
Teachers and ChaperonesAdmission: Teachers and chaperones $12.00. (Non-San Francisco school groups must be in a Unified School District only.) DisabledSan Francisco Resident Rates (free admission on SF Resident Free Days only applies to San Francisco residents with proof of residency). MilitarySan Francisco Resident Rates (free admission on SF Resident Free Days only applies to San Francisco residents with proof of residency). Transport RentalsWagons, Jeep strollers, wheelchairs, and electric scooters are available for daily rental at the Entry Village on a first come, first served basis. | Item | Rate |
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| Wagon/Jeep Stroller | $9.00 | | Wheelchair | $10.00 | | Electric Scooter | $30.00 |
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