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The Gladys Porter Zoo is an oasis nestled in the center of Brownsville, Texas. With 26 acres of lush tropical plants and some 1,600 animals, the Gladys Porter Zoo is known for its successes in breeding endangered species of wildlife.
::: South Texas Botanical Exhibit & Park :::

South Texas Botanical Exhibit & Park - Now Open!

Zoo staff is excited to invite the public to celebrate the Zoo’s newest attraction the South Texas Botanical Exhibit & Park. The park features an enchanted South Texas themed playground and is nestled in an area landscaped with native plants MORE


::: Giraffe Landing :::

Giraffe Landing Feeding Experience – Now Open!

The new Giraffe Landing Feeding Experience allows visitors to get up close and personal with the Gladys Porter Zoo’s giraffe herd Visitors stand on a specially built, platform to provide a safe and meaningful animal feeding opportunity. Giraffe Landing


::: Kids Day :::

Celebrate your child at the 7th Annual Kids Appreciation Day

Go on an adventure with your child around the Zoo! Every child receives a special passport which takes them on a scavenger hunt around the Zoo where they will visit themed activity stations focusing on health & animal conservation MORE


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Summer Safari - June - August 2010

What is your child doing this summer? Why not spend the summer learning at the zoo? Summer Safari is just the place for your little one. For kids starting at age 4. MORE

 

Adults: $9.50 Children (2-13) $6.50
Children under 2 free

Seniors (over 65): $8.00

Monday - Sunday 9:00 a.m. 5:30 p.m
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