Tickets

PAY FOR A DAY, REST OF 2018 FREE

Simply pay for the price of a one-day adult or child ticket and come back to visit at your leisure, whenever you like, throughout 2018, FREE!

ADULTS: $34.95 YOUTH: (3-11): $25.95
Includes access to Creatures of the Night and Christmas in the Wild*.
Blockout dates apply*

The Pay For A Day, Come Back All Year deal is an offer you can’t afford to miss! Visit as often as you wish, any time you wish through Dec. 31, 2018 including our returning seasonal events. Some blockout dates apply. Not valid with any other discounts.

PAY FOR A DAY, COME BACK ALL YEAR TICKET FAQS

WHEN DOES IT EXPIRE?

Your Pay for a Day, Come Back All Year admission is valid from the day of purchase until Dec. 31, 2018.

WHAT ARE THE BLOCKOUT DAYS?

2018: 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31
After 4 p.m. on 10/13, 10/20, 10/27
11/23-11/25, 12/26-2/31

CAN I PURCHASE A PAY FOR A DAY, COME BACK ALL YEAR ADMISSION ON BLOCKOUT DATES?

Yes! You can purchase a Pay for a Day, Come Back All Year admission for first-time use on a listed blockout date and have full access to the park on that day. Blockout dates apply to repeat visitation.

CAN I USE MY PAY FOR A DAY, COME BACK ALL YEAR ON BLOCKOUT DATES?

If you already have your pay for a day, come back all year and wish to visit during a listed blockout date, please stop by the Zoo’s ticketing windows for alternate options:

During blockout periods, pay for a day, come back all year ticket holders have access to significantly discounted single-day tickets.
For a limited time from the date of purchase, pay for a day, come back all year tickets can be upgraded to Zoo Membership (with no blockout dates).

CAN I COME TO THE ZOO BEFORE 4 P.M. ON THOSE BLOCKOUT DATES IN OCTOBER?

Yes, guests who visit the Zoo before 4 p.m. on those dates are welcome to stay throughout the evening. Guests wanting to visit the Zoo after 4 p.m. can purchase a significantly discounted admission during this blockout period.

DOES THE PAY FOR A DAY, COME BACK ALL YEAR ADMISSION HAVE BENEFITS?

Pay for a Day, Come Back All Year admissions are valid for unlimited admission through 2018 with posted blockout dates. Pay for a Day, Come Back All Year admission include access to returning seasonal events like Creatures of the Night and Christmas in the Wild, as long as the event does not occur on a posted blockout date. For other benefits like preferred parking, reciprocal agreements, discounts on food, retail, fundraisers and no blockout dates, consider a Zoo Membership

I PURCHASED A PAY FOR A DAY TICKET ONLINE. HOW DO I GET MY ACTUAL TICKET?

Simply bring a copy of your confirmation (or show on your mobile device) to expedite entry into the Zoo. At your convenience during your visit, you can stop by the Tours & Guest Services kiosk inside the Zoo to print your physical pass. Please note you do not need to stand in line at the ticket windows. Walk right in!

STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?

Email GuestRelations@ZooTampa.org or call (813) 935-8552 ext. 0.

CITYPASS

Tampa Bay CityPASS is absolutely the best visitor deal with admission to all the must-see attractions in the Greater Tampa Bay area.

ADULTS: $107.00 YOUTH (3-9): $97.00

Includes admission to ZooTampa at Lowry Park, Busch Gardens Tampa, The Florida and Clearwater Aquariums, plus other options.
CityPASS saves 51% on admission to ZooTampa at Lowry Park, Busch Gardens Tampa, The Florida Aquarium, The Clearwater Aquarium, and Museum of Science & Industry OR Chihuly Glass Studio.

ARMED FORCES SALUTE

We are proud to serve those who serve! To honor our Active Duty service members, ZooTampa is happy to provide complimentary admission to those who serve and protect our families! Active Duty Service members are eligible for up to 4 tickets per year, or every 12 months for one-time use.

Must verify status online to receive tickets

ARMED FORCES SALUTE FAQ

WHAT IS THIS PROGRAM?

Armed Forces Salute is a way for us to thank the men and women of the U.S. armed forces including active duty military, reserve soldiers, airmen, Marines, sailors and Coast Guardsmen.

WHAT DOES IT INCLUDE?

Armed Forces Salute offers complimentary admission to any U.S. active duty military, activated or drilling reservist, or National Guardsman to one complimentary admission per year for military personnel and up to three direct dependents. This offer is valid for one visit only.

DO MILITARY RETIREES OR CIVILIANS WORKING FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE QUALIFY?

Only U.S. active duty military qualify for the Armed Forces Salute program.

DO RESERVISTS AND NATIONAL GUARDSMEN QUALIFY?

YES, all ready reservists and members of the National Guard, regardless of deployment status, qualify.

WHAT IF THERE ARE MORE PEOPLE IN MY FAMILY THAN THE 4 COMPLIMENTARY TICKETS?

You may purchase additional tickets to the Zoo by visiting the base MWR office at MacDill Air Force Base.

MY SPOUSE IS SERVING OVERSEAS. CAN DEPENDENTS VISIT THE PARK WITHOUT THEIR SERVICE MEMBER?

Yes, you simply need to verify the active duty members military status using Sheer ID online. While, spouses & family members of military personnel can create a Sheer ID, the complimentary/discounted tickets are only accessible to those accounts verified as a service member. Once verified you can print out up to three direct dependent single-day admission tickets.

I AM A SINGLE PARENT SERVING OVERSEAS AND MY CHILDREN ARE LIVING WITH A RELATIVE. HOW CAN MY KIDS VISIT?

The primary caregiver should contact the Guest Relations team at the Zoo. They will make accommodations for minor dependents. Proof of military status and deployment is required.

I AM SERVICE MEMBER FROM AN ALLIED COUNTRY, DOES THIS PROGRAM APPLY TO ME?

No, Armed Forces Salute is exclusive to U.S. military members.

WHAT IS SHEER ID?

Sheer ID is a credential issued that allows verified members of the military community (e.g. Active Duty, Veterans, Retirees, Military Spouses and Military Family Members) to access programs intended exclusively for members of the military community.