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Code of Conduct

  • Respect for Animals:
    • Treat our animal residents with kindness. Avoid loud noises, teasing, throwing objects, and running
  • Stay Together, Stay Safe:
    • Stick with your chaperones at all times. No wandering off on solo expeditions!
    • Buddy up for restroom breaks. Safety first!
  • Hands Off Policy:
    • Admire the animals with your eyes and ears only. No touching, unless it's in an area specifically designated for it.
  • Feeding Time:
    • Save the snacks for yourself! Please don't feed the animals unless you're in a designated feeding area. It's for their health and yours.
  • Respect Fellow Visitors:
    • Keep voices low and footsteps soft. Let's ensure everyone can enjoy their Zoo experience.
    • Stay on marked paths and behind guardrails. Safety is our top priority!
  • Keep it Clean:
    • Trash belongs in bins. Let's keep our Zoo pristine for everyone to enjoy.
  • Remember: For the well-being of all guests and animals, the following items are not allowed:
    • Pets
    • Outside food and drinks
      • Please enjoy your food and drinks, including ice chests, coffees, and sack lunches, before entering the Zoo.
    • Styrofoam and balloons
    • Wheeled devices like bicycles, rollerblades, skateboards, hoverboards, and scooters (strollers and wagons are welcome; rentals are available in the Gift Shop)
    • Toys and sports equipment
    • Drones and firearms
    • Tobacco and marijuana products
      • Smoking and vaping are not permitted on Zoo grounds
    • Firearms—The City of Little Rock does not permit any person to carry a concealed weapon, a firearm, or a handgun on City property at any time.  Therefore guns are not permitted on the grounds of the Little Rock Zoo.

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Little Rock Zoo

1 Zoo Drive
Little Rock, AR 72205

501-661-7200

Hours of Operation
9 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Last admission 3:30 p.m.
Zoo grounds close at 4:00 pm

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