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Explore the Wild! Nature Play Area

Explore the Wild! Nature Play Area

Houston, TX 77030, USA

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Category:Zoos for Kids
Location:Houston, TX

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Kids' Birthday Parties

Membership required (exclusive benefit)

Exclusive access for Houston Zoo members to host a birthday party.

Ages: Up to 12 years old

Events & Schedule

Special Events(Last 2 months - Next 6 months)

Zoo Boo presented by King & Spalding

Costume event with fan favorites and new additions. Guests are encouraged to get their favorite costumes ready.

🍎Food Policy

  • Outside food, non-alcoholic beverages, and coolers are allowed.
  • Guests may NOT bring: Glass bottles, Alcoholic beverages, Plastic straws.
  • Food and beverages are available for purchase at multiple locations along the path. All food and beverage locations are credit card only.
  • Online food ordering available for quick pick-up at Cypress Circle Café.

🛡️Safety Policy

  • Children may get muddy, wet, and sandy during their unstructured play experience in the Nature Play Area. Recommended to bring a towel and change of clothing for quick clean up.
  • Free hand sanitizer stations are positioned along the path, at restrooms, and food locations.
  • Stay on visitor paths, observe posted signs, and do not reach into or climb on exhibits.
  • Do not throw things at animals, feed animals, or touch animals.
  • Avoid making loud noises as they may startle animals.
  • Do not pick flowers or plants, climb trees, or walk through flower beds.
  • The Houston Zoo is a smoke and vape free facility. Smoking is not allowed on Zoo grounds.
  • Prohibited items: Glass containers, weapons, alcohol, bikes, scooters (personal, not rental), skates and skateboards, rollerblades, radios/CD players, whistles, inflatable objects, toy weapons, balloons, motorcycle helmets, luggage, motorized toys.
  • For the comfort and safety of all guests, strollers, wagons, and coolers are not permitted in the Galápagos Islands exhibit.

📅Booking Policy

  • Online reservations for timed tickets are required for all non-member guests.
  • Tickets will NOT be sold on-site at the Zoo.
  • Entry is only allowed on the selected date of ticket purchase. Ticket holders can enter any time after their ticket’s listed arrival time.
  • Members do not need a reservation to visit the Zoo. They enter through the Member Entrance and present a digital membership card.
  • CityPASS® ticket holders do not need advanced reservations for Zoo entry.
  • General admission reservations are limited each day and are first come, first served.
  • Purchases for general admission are limited to 10 tickets.
  • Guests with general admission must have their reservation confirmation (printed or on phone) to check in.

🚗Parking Information

  • Free parking in Hermann Park is limited.
  • Houston Museum of Natural Science Parking Garage.
  • Medical Center + Museum District Parking.
  • Rideshare options.
  • METRORail access.
Information extracted from official website • Last updated: Oct 3, 2025

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