Potter Park Zoo is your ticket to get closer than you’ve ever been to more than 160 species of animals. Below is just a sampling. Check out the map to see everything we have to offer!
*Some exhibit availability is weather dependent and will close when temperatures are extreme or during storms.
AniMall Gift Shop
Open daily 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Located near the entrance of the zoo the AniMall gift shop offers something for everyone. Pick up your snacks and beverages before setting out into the zoo for the day and then return to pick up that special souvenir after your day in the zoo. Full of favorites like plush animals, toys, apparel, jewelry, gifts, home accents, and featuring eco-friendly items from a variety of vendors that provide conservation education and create jobs for local artisans from all over the world!
Food & Drink
Savanna Grill
Closed for the season. Will return for Wonderland of Lights.
*May close early in inclement weather. Please note that the grill closes 30 minutes before the restaurant. Certain freshly grilled items may not be available at this time.
As you make your way through the zoo plan a stop on the grill patio to enjoy your meal or a snack. The shaded seating area looks out over the zoo where a number of our animals can be seen while you enjoy a meal. You can find your choice of fresh salads, chicken tenders, ice cream, popcorn, refreshing beverages, and more.
Dippin’ Dots
Closed for the season.
Stop by the Dippin’ Dots kiosk and beat the heat with this fan-favorite confectionary! Dippin’ Dots will be available for purchase at the Savanna Grill and AniMall Gift Shop when the kiosk is not in operation.
Camel Rides
Closed for the season
One of the zoo’s most popular activities, the camel rides, is back at Potter Park Zoo! Camel rides are an extraordinary experience with this one-of-a-kind animal. Zoo guests are invited to meet the camels – Molly, Maple and Joy – at the camel ride area. Riders 2 and older are welcome. Ages 2 through 4 must have a paying adult rider with them. (The camel rides may close when the heat index reaches 95 degrees.)
- $8 per rider
- $8 for a souvenir photo
Keeper Talks
Closed for the season
Check the “Plan your day” board at the entrance of the zoo for today’s
keeper talks!
Farmyard EdVentures
Contact Yard is closed for the season
A family favorite! At Farmyard EdVentures you’ll find adorable pygmy goats, cattle, burros, chickens, and pigs. Take a break from your walk around the zoo and enjoy these fun farmyard animals!
Reptile House
Open Daily
The Reptile House includes dozens of animals. Rare and endangered species such as the cotton-topped tamarin, a Madagascar hognose snake, Puerto Rican crested toad and many others can also be seen up close.
Feline & Primate House
Open Daily
Animals can be viewed in their outdoor habitats weather permitting.
