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Zoo | Great Plains Zoo

805 S. Kiwanis Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57104

Eligibility

Open to all

Hours

October - April: 10:00am - 5:00pm (CT), last admission at 4:00pm May - September: 9:00am - 5:00pm (CT), last admission at 4:00pm Closed New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve Day and Christmas Day.

Application process

Fees

An additional $2.00 charge for walk-up costs. Online pricing: Adults (Ages 13 - 59) $15.50 + tax Youth (Ages 2 - 12) $11.50 + tax Infant (Under age 2) Free Seniors (Ages 60+)/Military/Student (with valid student ID) $14.50 + tax All who participate in programs such as SNAP, TANF, WIC, and Medicaid are eligible to receive a reduced regular admission rate.

Service area

Lincoln County, SD
Mccook County, SD
Minnehaha County, SD
Turner County, SD

Other Information

Payment Options

EBT/WIC accepted
Private Pay
Medicaid

Age Group

Older Adults (65+)
Children (0-17)
Young Adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)

Description

Explore the whole wild world at the Great Plains Zoo. At the zoo campus, visit more than 100 species, including bears, rhinos, tigers, monkeys, and other animals! Enjoy a meal at the ROAR Cafe, ride the carousel, or participate in seasonal giraffe feedings. Education programs include year-round Bookworms at the zoo, summer camps, and a robust program schedule for all ages.

Providing organization

Great Plains Zoo

A 45-acre zoo and museum located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Also houses the Butterfly House & Aquarium.