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The Gladys Porter Zoo is an oasis nestled in the center of Brownsville, Texas. With 26 acres of lush tropical plants and some 1,600 animals, the Gladys Porter Zoo is known for its successes in breeding endangered species of wildlife.
::: Giraffe Info:::

Giraffe Landing – Open Starting March 12th

The new Giraffe Landing Feeding Experience allows visitors to get up close and personal with the Gladys Porter Zoo’s giraffe herd. Visitors stand on a specially built, ADA-accessible platform to provide a safe animal feeding opportunity. MORE


::: Butterflies, Bugs & Blooms :::

Butterflies, Bugs & Blooms – Re-opens March 12th

The Gladys Porter Zoo officially re-opens Butterflies, Bugs & Blooms on Friday, March 12th! Come experience a spectacle of sights, smells and sounds in this free-flight greenhouse exhibit. MORE


:::Egg-cellent Easter:::

Egg-cellent Easter Activities, Easter Bazaar and Bunny Corral- April 3rd & 4th

Everyone is invited to “hop” on over to the Zoo’s annual Easter event.Our Egg-cellent Easter activities include egg decorating, face painting, bunny mask making and more. Plus our Bunny Corral, a visitor’s favorite. MORE


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Saturday Safari - Saturday Morning Fun!

Enroll your child for Saturday Safari at the Zoo! You can join, too! You should pre-register to reserve your spots. Zoo tour is included in each class. MORE

 

Adults: $9.50 Children (2-13) $6.50
Children under 2 free

Seniors (over 65): $8.00

Monday - Sunday 9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m
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