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Zoo and Museum

Explore the whole wild world at the Great Plains Zoo and Butterfly House & Aquarium. At the zoo campus, visit more than 100 species, including bears, rhinos, tigers. monkeys, and more! Enjoy a meal at the ROAR Cafe, ride the carousel, or participate in seasonal giraffe feedings. The Butterfly House & Museum features dozens of species of fish and corals, plus a coastal touch tank. Stroll through the butterfly conservatory and be sure to say hello to the bottom quail and pond turtles. Education programs include year-round Bookworms at the zoo, summer camps at each location, and a robust program schedule for all ages.

Location

805 S. Kiwanis Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57104

Hours

Current: 10:00am - 5:00pm (CT), last admission at 4:00pm Starting May 1 - September: 9:00am - 5:00pm (CT), last admission at 4:00pm

Application process

Online at www.greatzoo.org

Eligibility

Open to all

Agency info

Great Plains Zoo

A 45-acre zoo and museum located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.