A little plan for your visit.
Buy online
Online tickets cost less than gate prices.
Arrive by 3:30 p.m.
Last admission is 3:30 p.m.; the zoo closes at 4 p.m.
Pair it with Sanford
Downtown Sanford and the RiverWalk are a short drive away.
Good for
Families staying north of Orlando or pairing a visit with historic downtown Sanford.
Getting there, without the guesswork.
3755 West Seminole Boulevard, Sanford, FL 32771
Official hours (opens in a new tab)Parking
Free parking. The parking lot is accessible daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Admission
Adults $21.95–$28.95; ages 3–12 $16.95–$22.95; seniors 55+ $17.95–$24.95; 2 and under free.
Online tickets cost less than at the gate. Weekends and select holidays are peak days. No refunds or rain checks on online tickets. Ticket orders carry a $3 transaction fee per order, not per ticket.
Before you go
The Asian Lantern Festival runs on select nights Nov 13, 2026 – Jan 17, 2027, 6–10 p.m., with timed entry and online-only tickets. The zoo currently reports that the Herpetarium is closed for unexpected maintenance; check for updates before visiting.
Drive times from your staying area
Disney area: 51–90 min · I-Drive / Universal: 44–80 min · Kissimmee: 56–100 min · ChampionsGate: 62–110 min
Estimated drive each way from each staying area, from a routing check on Oct 25, 2026 plus a traffic allowance. Live traffic can make the trip longer, and routes can include toll roads.