Santa Barbara Zoo

Guests at the award-winning Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara receive a discount to the Santa Barbara Zoo, so please ask our Front Desk staff for your discount card to explore the exotic animal life. The little ones love the train ride around the park, which is a great way to tour the gorgeous grounds and bask in the ocean breezes. This kid-friendly attraction also has a play area with dinosaur egg shells to climb in, giant rope webs, and a hill where children sit on cardboard and slide down to the bottom. Don't miss the hundreds of animals in their natural habitats, with special feedings and live stage shows.

Details

Prices -

$25 for adult (13+) admission; $15 for children (2-12); Free for Children under 2; $11 parking

Hours -

The Santa Barbara Zoo is open daily 9:30 AM - 5 PM, and 10 AM - 3:30 PM on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas. The Zoo closes early for some special events.

Events

Boo at the Zoo

Family safaris

ZooLights

Activities

Train rides
Feed the giraffes

Walk to the beach
Onsite dining

Live stage shows
Australian Walkabout

FAQs

What are the admission fees for the zoo?

The cost of admission at the Santa Barbara Zoo is $25 for adult (13+) admission; $15 for children (2-12); Free for children under 2; $11 parking and ‘Convenient onsite parking is available for $11 per car.

Can I get here using public transportation?

You can take the $.50 Waterfront shuttle, or hop on an Amtrak train and depart at a station very close to the Zoo grounds. Talk to our friendly staff about our complimentary Amtrak shuttle service for the easiest access to the SB Zoo.