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Rides and Amusements

Adventurers of all ages can discover a variety of exciting activities throughout the Zoo's grounds. All rides operate weather permitting and if forecast high temperature is 55 degrees or higher.

 

*Please note that the stream and the splash pad in the Children's Zoo are closed for the season as of November 1.*

 

Safari TramSafari Tram 


Operates daily from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Cost:  $3.50 adults, $2.50 children ages 3-11.  Children two and under ride free.
Enjoy a narrated ride through the south and western halves of the Zoo with stops in the southwest corner across from the Mexican gray wolves and at Lion Overlook. The main tram station is located west of the main entrance. Guests may embark and disembark at the station located at the main entrance with a total ride time of approximately 25 minutes. The Safari Tram will operate weather permitting.


Centennial Choo-Choo TrainCentennial Choo Choo

Closed for the Season

Cost:  $2.00 for adults, $1.00 for children ages 3-11.  Children two and under ride free.  Prices are per person, per ride.
This 1863 replica locomotive driven train tours guests though the hoofed stock in the southwest portion of the Zoo. A matching grant from the Oklahoma Centennial Commission put this exciting attraction in motion! 


Swan PaddleboatsSwan Paddleboats

Closed for the Season

Cost:  $8.00 per boat, per 30-minute ride.
Guests can paddle their way along Zoo Lake in these two person Swan Paddleboats. Tickets can be purchased at the Lakeside Café next to the dock. The paddleboats will operate weather permitting when wind speed is under 15 MPH.  Guests under the age of 16 must ride the Swan Paddleboats with an adult.


Endangered Species CarouselEndangered Species Carousel

Operates daily from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Cost:  $2.00 per person, per ride.
Kids and adults alike will enjoy taking a spin on this handcrafted, one-of-a-kind carousel. Made from basswood, the carousel displays 42 exotic animals. Overlooking Zoo Lake, the Endangered Species Carousel is in the Adventure Zone on the east side of the Zoo. Guests must be 42 inches in height to ride alone (weather permitting).



The Sea Lion Show - Closed for the Season

Cost:  $2.00 for adults, $1.00 for children ages 3-11.  Children ages two and under are admitted free.
The Sea Lion Show features California sea lions in an exciting and educational show at the Noble Aquatic Center Performance Arena.  

April-Labor Day

  • Thursday & Friday: 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. 
  • Saturday: 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. 
  • Sunday: 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.  

 


 

Leapin' Lizard

Closed for the Season

Cost: $4.00 per person

The newest ride at the Zoo allows guests the chance to leap into the sky in a bouncy harness! 

*Please note that this ride has weight restrictions for safety purposes. The minimum weight to ride is 45 lbs. The maximum weight to ride is 250 lbs. 

 

 

 

Face Painting

Closed for the Season

Face painting is available on Grandma's Porch in the Children's Zoo on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Prices are $3 for a small design and $7 for a large design. Tickets for face painting may be purchased at the Nectaurant by the lorikeet exhibit. Face painting designs are easily removed with soap and water. All paints and glitters are professional cosmetic grade and are FDA approved and compliant for use on human skin. 

ZooKeys

Cost:  $4.00 for commemorative, $2.50 for regular
ZooKeys provide an interactive opportunity to learn fun and fascinating facts about the animal kingdom.  Place your ZooKey in any ZooKey box around grounds and learn more about your favorite animals!





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