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Zoo Knoxville is a Tennessee attraction in Knoxville, in our Knoxville Area region. Knoxville's zoo, which calls itself the Red Panda Capital of the World. Hours, prices and rules below were read from the official site on October 30, 2026; prices change, so confirm before you go.
- Prices$26.95 and upsee the list below
- HoursListed belowas the site prints them
- ParkingSee belowon-site details below
- DogsSee rulesbelow
Coming Up at Zoo Knoxville
None of the events on our checked calendar name Zoo Knoxville right now. The official site lists everything that is on. See every Tennessee event we have checked.
Also see Knoxville Area Events.
About Zoo Knoxville
Knoxville's zoo, which calls itself the Red Panda Capital of the World.
- Red panda conservation
- Animal encounters and kids' adventure zones
- Events such as Boo! at the Zoo, Dog Days, Touch a Truck and Smoky Night Lights
- Conservation programs including Monarch SAFE and Rat Snake Research
Zoo Knoxville Hours
Hours in a day
- OpenEvery day9 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
- Boo! at the Zoo: 5:30 PM to 9 PM on Oct 29 and 30, last gate entry 8 PM
Bars that fade start at sunrise or end at sunset or dark, which move with the season. The full hours, word for word, are in the list below.
- Open daily 9 AM to 4 PM; last tickets sold 1 hour before closing
- Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
- Boo! at the Zoo5:30 PM to 9 PM on Oct 29 and 30, last gate entry 8 PM
Source: official hours page, read October 30, 2026.
Admission and Prices
- Adults $26.95
- Children 3-12, seniors 65+ and college students $21.95
- Children 2 and under free; active military and veterans free; members free
- $2 per ticket service fee on in-person sales
Source: official prices page, read October 30, 2026. Prices change; confirm at checkout.
Parking
$5.00 for all guests, free for members; upper and lower lots with handicap and RV parking.
Dogs and Accessibility
- Dogs: Pets not allowed; service animals permitted.
- Accessibility: KultureCity Certified Sensory Inclusive Venue. Rentals first come first served (excl. tax): single stroller $14, double $16, wheelchair $14, electric scooter $34 (no scooters in rain).
Directions and Contact
- Address3500 Knoxville Zoo Drive, Knoxville, TN 37914
- Phone865.637.5331
- Map point35.99670,-83.89276. Directions in Google Maps
- Official sitezooknoxville.org
Places Near Zoo Knoxville
- 1Seven Islands State Birding ParkState Birding Parkabout 12 mi
- 2Museum of AppalachiaAttractionabout 16 mi
- 3Big Ridge State ParkState Parkabout 18 mi
- 4American Museum of Science and Energy (AMSE)Attractionabout 20 mi
- 5Norris Dam State ParkState Parkabout 21 mi
- 6Titanic Museum Attraction (Pigeon Forge)Attractionabout 21 mi
Straight-line distances between map points, not driving miles. Dots sit in their true compass direction; distance is stretched near the middle so close neighbors stay readable.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Zoo Knoxville cost?
Adults $26.95 Prices change; confirm on the official page.
What are the hours at Zoo Knoxville?
Open daily 9 AM to 4 PM; last tickets sold 1 hour before closing
Where do I park at Zoo Knoxville?
$5.00 for all guests, free for members; upper and lower lots with handicap and RV parking.
Are dogs allowed at Zoo Knoxville?
Pets not allowed; service animals permitted.
What We Could Not Verify
- Zoo acreage not stated
- Winter or later seasonal hours (page lists an early close on 10/25 only)
- Some figures differ from what we recorded on October 18, 2026; the figures above are the ones the official page shows now.
Sources
Last checked October 30, 2026 by the It’s Tennessee editor. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
Cite this page: It's Tennessee, “Zoo Knoxville”, itstennessee.com/places/zoo-knoxville/ (updated ). By the It's Tennessee editorial team. Free to quote with attribution and a link to this page; data and tables are licensed CC BY 4.0.