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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.

Pay One Price, Ride All Day Package:

Cost:  $10.00 for adults, $8.00 for children ages 3-11.  Children two and under ride free.
Enjoy a full day of fun for one price!  The Pay One Price, Ride All Day Package is for rides and attractions only; it does not include Zoo admission. The ticket includes all rides and the Sea Lion Shows, same day of purchase for a full day.  Tickets may be purchased at the ticket booth or ZooFriends entrance.


Safari Tram

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 cheetahs and at Great EscApe. 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

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! The Centennial Choo Choo will operate weather permitting.


Swan Paddleboats

Cost:  $6.00 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 Carousel

Cost:  $1.00 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).


Children's Train

Cost:  $1.00 per person, per ride
All aboard! Young children will enjoy this train of a smaller variety. This colorful and animal themed train is located east of the Herpetarium and across from the Endangered Species Carousel. The Children's Train will operate weather permitting. 


The Sea Lion Show

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 to create an exciting and educational show at the Noble Aquatic Center Performance Arena.  The Sea Lion Show runs weather permitting.  Show times are listed below:

Mid-March (Spring Break week) through August 31:

  • Wednesday-Friday: 10 a.m. and noon
  • Saturday: 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m.
  • Sunday: Noon and 2 p.m.

September 1 through October 31:

  • Friday: 10 a.m. and noon
  • Saturday: 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m.
  • Sunday: Noon and 2 p.m.

November 1st through Mid-March:

  • Saturday and Sunday: Free Training Sessions at noon and 2 p.m. 

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!


Face Painting:

Cost:  $3.00
Let our face painting artists give you a wild new look!  Our face painting booth is located just east of the Jungle Gym Playground.  Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday during peak season.



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