Oakland Zoo is home to more than 850 native and exotic animals. Come visit us—see our animals, enjoy our attractions, experience our exciting programs, events, and more. We can't wait to see you!

The direct route to Oakland Zoo, Line 46, is temporarily suspended. Line 46L is available on weekdays only, which drops off right outside the Zoo on Mountain Blvd. & Golf Links Rd. This line stops outside Oakland Zoo hourly, roughly between 6:45am and 8:00pm.

Please note, as of January 17, 2024, Oakland Zoo Members and Friends of the Wild no longer need to make reservations to visit during regular daytime hours. If you have any questions about your general admission ticket please email [email protected] or call (510) 632-9525.

Oakland Zoo is home to more than 850 native and exotic animals. Learn about our birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and arthropods, and please come visit to see all of these animals in person!

Take a trip back to 1922 through Oakland Zoo’s history before you make it to your final destination of Wild Australia. View wallaroos, wallabies, and emu from the train and enjoy the stunning views of the Bay Area.

Oakland Zoo (510) 632-9525. Mail: P.O. Box 5238 Oakland, CA 94605 Visit: 9777 Golf Links Road Oakland, CA 4605 ©2025 Oakland Zoo. All rights reserved.

Feb 22, 2024 · Oakland Zoo, Golden Gate Audubon, and International Bird Rescue Team Up to Save Wild Baby Herons in Downtown Oakland

This wildly popular, family-friendly experience features hundreds of ALL new, larger-than-life animal lanterns throughout the Zoo. Each lantern tells the story of the ongoing journey of wildlife, the importance of every species on our planet, and Oakland Zoo's commitment to conservation.

Jun 2, 2017 · Campers do a wide variety of activities throughout the day at ZooCamp, including Zoo tours, animal close-ups, educational lessons, games, nature play, story times, song sessions, assemblies, and exclusive Behind-the-Scenes experiences with a zookeeper.

Jan 3, 2025 · On New Year’s Eve, Oakland Zoo was contacted by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) to assist in the rescue of a female spider monkey. This request followed a traffic stop by the California Highway Patrol (CHP) in Madera County on Monday night for a …